Sr. Linux/Automation Engineer

Job Title: Sr. Linux/Automation Engineer

Location: Englewood CO 80112

Duration: 6 Months (High possibility of extension)

Pay range: $75 - $85/hr.

Job Summary:

An ideal candidate will lead in the planning, design, development, implementation, and execution Linux systems engineering for the Client's Datacenter. Drives identification and adoption of best-in-class development. Designs, develops and implements platform enhancements and makes recommendations for improvements.

Major Duties And Responsibilities

• Define and maintain and be responsible for the Linux golden image initiative across Client.
• Actively and consistently support all efforts to simplify and enhance 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 ensures all technical integration, changes, standards and documentation are met.
• Mentors and guides the work of technical staff.
• Reviews work plans and designs and advise 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.

Basic / Minimum Qualifications

• 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 servers.
• 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 filesystems.
• 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 include:

• Red Hat Certified System Administrator (RHCSA)
• Red Hat Certified Engineer (RHCE)
• The Linux Professional Institute (LPI) Certifications
• Linux Foundation Certified Engineer (LFCE)

Dexian is a leading provider of staffing, IT, and workforce solutions with over 12,000 employees and 70 locations worldwide. As one of the largest IT staffing companies and the 2nd largest minority-owned staffing company in the U.S., Dexian was formed in 2023 through the merger of DISYS and Signature Consultants. Combining the best elements of its core companies, Dexian's platform connects talent, technology, and organizations to produce game-changing results that help everyone achieve their ambitions and goals.

Dexian's brands include Dexian DISYS, Dexian Signature Consultants, Dexian Government Solutions, Dexian Talent Development and Dexian IT Solutions. Visit https://dexian.com/ to learn more.

Dexian is an Equal Opportunity Employer that recruits and hires qualified candidates without regard to race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, disability, or veteran status.