Linux System Administrator

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Location: Akron, OH ( onsite 2 days / week)

NO Sponsorship or Relocation

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Position Description

The Linux Systems Administrator will be a member of the Global IT Infrastructure Services organization, responsible for professional and technical work related to hosting services. This is an advanced service supporting role, primarily responsible for both the transitional and operational tasks and duties in support of our Linux environment as well as providing automation to the environment using tools such as, Ansible / Terraform. Additionally, you will work with scripting languages (bash, perl, python) to perform more advanced tasks.

Principal Responsibilities

• Regularly monitor the performance of Linux/Unix systems using various monitoring tools. Perform system maintenance tasks such as patching, upgrades, and backups to ensure data integrity and system security.
• Perform Automation tasks using tools such as Ansible / Terraform.
• Provide technical support for system-related issues to other teams and users. Troubleshoot and resolve complex problems to ensure minimal downtime and loss of productivity.
• Implement security tools. Apply necessary updates and fixes.
• Develop scripts to automate routine system administration tasks to improve efficiency and accuracy.
  
  

Required Experience And Education

• Bachelor' Degree, In lieu of degree, 8 years of relevant experience.
• 3 years of experience of technical experience preferably in support of a Linux Server environment.
• In Lieu of Degree, 8 years of technical experience.
  
  

Desired Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Manages and maintains Linux Server environment including monitoring, maintenance, and troubleshooting in large environments
• Advanced knowledge of Linux operating systems
• Automation or scripting languages (ex: Ansible, Bash, Python, Perl, etc.)
• Demonstrated successful experience in developing efficient and effective solutions to business problems
• Good understanding of networking technologies and protocols
  
  

Goodyear is one of the world's largest tire companies. It employs about 71,000 people and manufactures its products in 55 facilities in 22 countries around the world. Its two Innovation Centers in Akron, Ohio, and Colmar-Berg, Luxembourg, strive to develop state-of-the-art products and services that set the technology and performance standard for the industry. For more information about Goodyear and its products, go to .

Goodyear is an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to that individual's race, color, religion or creed, national origin or ancestry, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, veteran status, genetic information, ethnicity, citizenship, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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