Systems Engineer

We are seeking a hands-on Systems Engineer with solid experience in managing Linux environments and virtual infrastructure using VMware. This mid-level position is ideal for professionals looking to enhance their current skills and expand into cloud technologies such as OpenStack or CloudStack. The role involves working collaboratively within a dynamic team to support and evolve our infrastructure, providing opportunities for growth and learning in cloud platforms.

Key Responsibilities
- Deploy, configure, and maintain VMware ESXi hosts and vCenter environments.
- Administer and troubleshoot Linux systems, including RHEL, CentOS, and Ubuntu distributions.
- Monitor system health and resolve issues related to operating systems, virtualization, and basic networking.
- Apply updates, security patches, and conduct scheduled maintenance to ensure system stability.
- Maintain and regularly test system backups and recovery procedures to guarantee data integrity.
- Implement security best practices across Linux servers and virtual infrastructure.
- Automate routine operational tasks using Bash scripting and command-line interface tools.
- Document procedures, configurations, and system standards to support knowledge sharing and compliance.
- Collaborate with IT teams on performance tuning, capacity planning, and technical support activities.

Required Qualifications
- Minimum of 2 years’ experience working with VMware vSphere, including ESXi and vCenter management.
- Strong Linux system administration skills across multiple distributions (RHEL, CentOS, Ubuntu).
- Familiarity with storage technologies such as SAN and NAS, as well as backup solutions like Veeam.
- Proficiency in shell scripting, particularly Bash, for task automation.
- Basic understanding of virtualization networking concepts and high availability configurations.
- Demonstrated willingness to learn cloud platforms and actively contribute to migration or cloud adoption projects.

Preferred Qualifications and Benefits
- Exposure to Infrastructure as a Service (IaaS) platforms like OpenStack or CloudStack is highly desirable.
- Experience with automation and configuration management tools such as Ansible or scripting languages like Python.
- Relevant certifications such as Red Hat Certified System Administrator (RHCSA) or VMware Certified Professional (VCP) are advantageous.
- Awareness of Windows Server administration is a plus.

Soft Skills
- Strong troubleshooting abilities combined with meticulous documentation practices.
- Excellent interpersonal skills with a collaborative and team-oriented mindset.
- Effective communication skills, capable of engaging with both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
- Self-motivated and eager to explore and adopt new tools and technologies.

This role offers a valuable opportunity to work in a supportive environment where continuous learning and professional development are encouraged. Candidates interested in advancing their careers in systems engineering and virtualization technologies will find this position rewarding and challenging.