Senior Linux Engineer

Responsibilities

Kforce is immediately seeking an experienced Senior Linux Engineer in support of our enterprise telecommunications and mass media client based in Englewood, CO. The Senior Linux Engineer will lead in the planning, design, development, implementation, and execution Linux systems engineering for the company datacenter. This role drives identification and adoption of best-in-class development, and also designs, develops and implements platform enhancements and makes recommendations for improvements. Responsibilities:

• Define and maintain and be responsible for the Linux -golden image- initiative across charter.
  
  

Actively and consistently support all efforts to simplify and enhance the customer experience

• Designs, implements, monitors, enhances and troubleshoots systems in assigned areas
• Analyzes and revises existing system logic difficulties and documentation as necessary
• Tests and reviews system designs
• Provides Engineering Technical support and guidance to regional personnel and ensure all technical integration, changes, standards and documentation are met
• Mentors and guides the work of technical staff
• Reviews work plans and designs and advises on improvements
• Adheres to industry specific local, state, and federal regulations, as applicable
• Knows, understands and follows company policy
• Need to be able to multi-task and juggle between priorities as needed
• Performs other duties as requested by manager
  
  

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering or related field, and / or equivalent work experience
• Extensive experience in UNIX/Linux engineering
• Act as Linux subject matter expert
• Solid Linux engineering, troubleshooting, testing, hardening and performance tuning experience
• In depth understanding of Linux Kernel
• Solid experience with package management using antifactory and satellite server
• Experience using RPM tools like ip, dnf, nmcli
• Experience using apt, ubiquity, debian installer, ufw
• Solid experience writing, reading and understanding yaml, and json files
• Solid Automation/Scripting skills: perl, bash and python or related languages
• Solid understanding of configuration management tools, such as Puppet and Chef
• Hands-on experience designing, implementing and optimizing Linux file-systems
• Working DevOps experience utilizing Ansible and Terraforms
• Experience with vcenter, vmware ovftool, and hashicorp vault and packer tools
• Knowledge of CIS Workbench hardening, Linux Test Project and eliciting test cases
• Working experience with TestRail to streamline testing processes
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills
• Experienced in creating technical drawings and schematics using Lucid chart or visio
• Gitlab experience creating workflows, CI/CD pipelines, setting variables
• Experience working in a SAFe/Agile environment utilizing Jira Portfolio/Jira Align to manage projects and daily tasks
  
  

Certifications Including

• Red Hatx Certified System Administrator (RHCSAx)
• Red Hatx Certified Engineer (RHCEx)
• The Linux Professional Institute (LPI) Certifications
• Linux Foundation Certified Engineer (LFCE)
  
  

The pay range is the lowest to highest compensation we reasonably in good faith believe we would pay at posting for this role. We may ultimately pay more or less than this range. Employee pay is based on factors like relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, location, performance, union contract and business needs. This range may be modified in the future.

We offer comprehensive benefits including medical/dental/vision insurance, HSA, FSA, 401(k), and life, disability & ADD insurance to eligible employees. Salaried personnel receive paid time off. Hourly employees are not eligible for paid time off unless required by law. Hourly employees on a Service Contract Act project are eligible for paid sick leave.

Note: Pay is not considered compensation until it is earned, vested and determinable. The amount and availability of any compensation remains in Kforce's sole discretion unless and until paid and may be modified in its discretion consistent with the law.

This job is not eligible for bonuses, incentives or commissions.

Kforce is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status.

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