Senior Unix/Linux System Administrator - Remote with Occasional Onsite Support
Manage Unix/Linux systems in a production environment. Troubleshoot issues, monitor systems, and perform upgrades. Occasional onsite support required in Arlington, TX. Contract role until 2026 with potential extension.
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Job Description
Job Title: System Administrator (Unix/Linux)
Client: Optum / UHC
Location: Remote (with occasional onsite requirement in Arlington, TX)
Duration: Contract ASAP until 12/31/2026 (with potential extension based on performance and client requirements)
Work Setup
Fully remote role
Candidate must be able to travel to the client data center in Arlington, TX within 2 hours if required
Data center support is not on-call and only required during business hours
Visits are ad hoc, only if issues arise
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Standard Hours: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM CST
Key Skills Required
Strong Unix/Linux System Administration experience
Hands-on experience with:
Shell scripting (Unix scripting)
Cron job scheduling and troubleshooting
Experience in production environment support and monitoring
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Candidate Profile
We are targeting true System Administrators, not candidates focused on DBA or development work.
Candidates should have:
Proven experience supporting production environments
Hands-on experience with:
System upgrades and patching
Environment monitoring and alert handling
Incident management and resolution
Strong ability to analyze system issues and proactively take corrective action
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