Job Description

About the Role:

We are seeking an experienced Senior Linux Administrator with expertise in Splunk, OpenShift, Ansible, DevOps practices, and VMware virtualization technologies. This role involves managing and optimizing Linux-based systems, automating infrastructure tasks, and supporting enterprise-level applications within VMware and cloud environments. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record of managing large-scale IT infrastructure while driving automation and best practices across a range of technologies.

Key Responsibilities:

Linux System Administration:

Manage and maintain Linux systems (RedHat, CentOS, Ubuntu) in a production environment. Ensure system security, perform patching, and implement performance tuning and optimization. Troubleshoot and resolve complex system-level issues across various environments. Implement high availability, disaster recovery, and backup solutions for Linux servers.

Splunk Administration:

Deploy, configure, and maintain Splunk instances, including forwarders, indexers, and search heads. Develop custom Splunk dashboards, reports, and alerts to monitor and analyze system performance and logs. Optimize data indexing, searching, and troubleshooting Splunk-related issues.

OpenShift Administration:

Administer and manage OpenShift container platforms, ensuring optimal performance and availability. Support application deployments, scaling, monitoring, and troubleshooting of OpenShift environments. Ensure timely updates, security patches, and upgrades of OpenShift environments.

Ansible Automation:

Develop, deploy, and maintain Ansible playbooks for automating system provisioning, configuration management, and patching. Work closely with development and operations teams to implement infrastructure as code (IaC) practices. Implement best practices for automation in large-scale environments.

DevOps Practices:

Design, implement, and manage CI/CD pipelines using tools like Jenkins, Git, and other DevOps technologies. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure smooth integration of development and operations practices. Leverage containerization (Docker, Kubernetes) to improve scalability and deployment efficiency.

VMware Administration:

Administer VMware environments, including vSphere, ESXi hosts, and vCenter servers. Manage and monitor virtualized environments to ensure performance, resource optimization, and fault tolerance. Work with VMware tools to manage clusters, virtual machines, storage, and networking. Perform VMware upgrades, patching, and backup procedures.

Monitoring & Troubleshooting:

Implement and manage monitoring systems for Linux, VMware, OpenShift, and Splunk to ensure system health and performance. Troubleshoot performance bottlenecks and system failures, providing timely resolutions. Create proactive monitoring solutions to avoid system outages.

Collaboration & Documentation:

Collaborate with various teams to design, implement, and maintain infrastructure solutions. Document system configurations, processes, and best practices to ensure knowledge sharing within the team. Contribute to post-mortem analyses and root cause investigations to prevent future issues.
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Required Skills & Qualifications:

Experience:

7-8 years of experience in Linux system administration, VMware, Splunk administration, OpenShift management, Ansible, and DevOps practices. Proven expertise in Linux server management (RHEL, CentOS, Ubuntu). Hands-on experience with Splunk architecture, deployment, and administration. Strong experience in containerization and Kubernetes/Openshift environments. Extensive knowledge of VMware infrastructure, including ESXi, vSphere, and vCenter.

DevOps Tools & Practices:

Experience with CI/CD pipelines and DevOps tools (e.g., Jenkins, Git, Docker, Kubernetes). Solid understanding of infrastructure automation using Ansible, Terraform, or similar tools. Familiarity with cloud technologies and hybrid environments (AWS, Azure, GCP).

Scripting & Automation:

Proficiency in scripting languages (Bash, Python) to automate tasks and improve operational efficiency. Experience writing and maintaining Ansible playbooks for large-scale environments.

System Monitoring & Performance Tuning:

Experience with monitoring tools and performance tuning for Linux, VMware, OpenShift, and Splunk. Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills across infrastructure and application layers.

Soft Skills:

Excellent communication skills to effectively collaborate with cross-functional teams. Ability to manage multiple priorities and work in a fast-paced environment. Strong attention to detail with a focus on system reliability and performance.

Preferred Qualifications:

Certifications in Red Hat Linux, VMware (VCP), OpenShift, or DevOps-related technologies (e.g., Docker, Kubernetes, Ansible). Knowledge of cloud infrastructure management (AWS, Azure, GCP). Familiarity with container orchestration and infrastructure-as-code practices
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: AED12,000.00 - AED20,000.00 per month

Application Question(s):

What is your total IT experience? How much experience do you have in Linux Administration? How much experience do you have in Splunk, Openshift, Ansible, Devops, VMware & Cloud(Please mention each skill experinece seperately)? Current Salary(in AED)? Expected Salary(in AED)? Are you currently working? What is your Notice Period/LWD(if serving mention remaining days)? What is your current location? Are you open for Dubai? What is your Nationality? * What is your visa status?