Job Description
Linux System Support Engineer
If you have DevOps Automation and (Bash/Python basic script it would be a plus)
(Freelance, Remote - EU based Candidates Only)
We are seeking x2 System Support Engineers focus with strong Linux systems administration.
The role will be 70% focus on Troubleshooting at the beginning and shift gradually to 70% DevOps to work on CI CD pipelines and build the architecture BUT Linux Sys Admin and Support is the big priority.
Key Details:
- Positions: x2 System Support Engineer (Linux)
- Contract Type: Freelance
- Duration: 12+ months (Long term project)
- Location: Fully remote (EU based citizens only)
This role requires troubleshooting complex issues, managing critical incidents, and ensuring the availability and performance of our infrastructure.
Key Responsibilities & Requirements:
- Linux Expertise: Strong Linux system administration skills, including troubleshooting, root-level directories, and bash/python scripting.
- Tool Proficiency: Experience with monitoring tools (Icinga2, Nagios, Grafana, Prometheus) and incident management platforms (PagerDuty).
- Networking Basics: Knowledge of networking concepts and protocols.
- Documentation: Ability to create clear, concise documentation in English for knowledge transfer and operational continuity.
- SSL/TLS Certificates: Basic understanding of certificate management and deployment.
- On-Call Support: Comfortable with after-hours and weekend shifts, responding to incidents and alerts on huge servers.
- Scripting: Basics in Bash and Python is a plus
- Security: Experience with root access and adherence to security best practices.
- Communication: Strong collaboration and communication skills.
Preferred Qualifications:
- 4+ years of experience with Linux command line.
- Familiarity with server orchestration tools like Foreman.
- Hands-on experience with monitoring/alerting systems like Icinga and Grafana.
Work Schedule
- Days off: 3 days Week
- Work days: Weekends + 2 days of the week so total of 4 days (Covering 40h).
- Shifts: 2 days (8 hours) + 2 days (12 hours)
Please APPLY here or via email at:
menna.chikhi@lafosse.com