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Job Summary: We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated Technical Lead with deep expertise in enterprise Linux environments. This role will focus on the design, implementation, and support of mission-critical Linux infrastructure while providing technical leadership to a team of systems engineers. The ideal candidate possesses strong technical acumen, leadership qualities, and the ability to drive high-impact projects in a fast-paced enterprise environment. Key Responsibilities: Design, deploy, and manage enterprise-grade Linux systems (RHEL and SLES). Implement and support Linux High Availability (HA) solutions using Pacemaker/Corosync, HA-LVM, GFS2, and SUSE HAE. Manage virtualization infrastructure using KVM, libvirt, virsh, and qemu-kvm. Experience with RHV/oVirt is a strong plus. Administer and maintain Red Hat Satellite for system provisioning, patch management, and content lifecycle. Design and support Identity & Access Management integrations using Red Hat IdM/FreeIPA, Kerberos, LDAP, and Active Directory. Develop and maintain scripts in Bash and Python to automate routine tasks and streamline operations. Troubleshoot complex networking issues and manage TCP/IP networking, routing, and firewall configurations. Serve as a technical leader and mentor to junior engineers; promote best practices and continuous improvement. Collaborate cross-functionally to ensure alignment between infrastructure, security, and application teams. Communicate technical concepts clearly to a range of stakeholders, from engineers to executives. Required Qualifications: Technical Expertise: Deep knowledge of Red Hat Enterprise Linux (RHEL) and SUSE Linux Enterprise Server (SLES) . Hands-on experience with Linux High Availability tools: Pacemaker, Corosync, HA-LVM, GFS2, SUSE HAE. Strong proficiency with KVM virtualization , including libvirt , virsh , qemu-kvm ; RHV/oVirt experience is advantageous. Practical experience using Red Hat Satellite for patching, provisioning, and content management. In-depth understanding of SSO and IAM tools such as FreeIPA, Kerberos, LDAP, and AD integration. Advanced scripting skills in Bash and Python . Solid grasp of networking fundamentals , including TCP/IP, routing, firewalls, and diagnostics. Leadership & Soft Skills: Proven leadership in managing and mentoring technical teams. Ability to motivate and inspire teams to achieve high performance. Excellent analytical and troubleshooting skills. Strong communication skills with the ability to simplify complex ideas. Capable of managing multiple priorities and deadlines in a dynamic environment. Self-starter with a proactive, ownership-driven mindset. Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to work effectively with cross-functional teams. Preferred Qualifications: Red Hat Certified Engineer (RHCE), SUSE Certified Engineer, or equivalent certifications. Experience working in large-scale enterprise or cloud environments. Exposure to DevOps practices and tools (e.g., Ansible, Git, Jenkins)
