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L2 Linux System Engineer

L2 Linux System Engineer

Swits Digital

6 - 10 years

5 - 9 Lacs

chennai

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Skills Required

computer science san administration ticketing automation linux analytical incident management operations technical support

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Job Type

Full Time

Job Description

We are seeking a skilled and proactive

L2 Linux Administrator / System Engineer

to join our IT team. The candidate will provide intermediate-level technical support for servers, storage, and operating systems, handle escalated incidents from L1 teams, and assist in implementation, maintenance, and optimization of enterprise IT infrastructure.

The role requires strong knowledge of

Linux administration

virtualization

hardware troubleshooting

, and enterprise system environments to ensure high reliability, security, and performance.

Key Responsibilities:

Monitoring and Performance Tuning:

Monitor system health and performance using tools like
SolarWinds
,
Nagios
, or similar platforms.
Tune system performance to ensure optimal operation.

Incident Management and Troubleshooting:

Handle escalated issues from L1 support and provide timely resolutions.
Perform advanced troubleshooting for
Linux servers
, storage systems, and operating systems.
Identify root causes of recurring issues and implement corrective measures.

System Maintenance and Administration:

Perform routine maintenance tasks including patching, firmware updates, and backups.
Manage users, groups, system start-up, services, and file systems.
Ensure systems are secure, stable, and fully operational.

Configuration, Deployment, and Hardware Support:

Install and configure application software.
Build servers using
PXE boot
, RAID configuration, and perform OS upgrades.
Troubleshoot and maintain
HP & Dell hardware
, coordinating with vendors for replacements.
Familiarity with Linux scripting for automation and administrative tasks.

Documentation and Reporting:

Maintain accurate documentation of system configurations, troubleshooting steps, and resolutions.
Generate reports on system performance, incidents, and changes for management review.

Collaboration:

Work closely with L3 engineers to escalate complex issues and implement advanced solutions.
Coordinate with vendors and service providers for hardware replacements and support.

Qualifications and Skills:

Education:

Bachelor s degree in
Computer Science, IT
, or related field (preferred).

Experience:

6 10 years in
system engineering, Linux administration, or IT support roles
.
Hands-on experience with
server hardware
, storage systems, and operating systems.

Technical Skills:

Strong knowledge of
Linux administration
, patch management, and vulnerability fixing.
Server builds using PXE boot, RAID configuration, and OS upgrades.
Familiarity with
SAN/NAS storage technologies
and backup solutions.
Experience with
monitoring tools
(SolarWinds, Nagios) and ticketing systems (ServiceNow, Jira).
Basic
Linux scripting
for automation and system administration.

Certifications (Preferred):

RHEL Certification or equivalent.
ITIL Foundation Certification.

Soft Skills:

Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
Ability to work in fast-paced environments and under pressure.

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