Linux Server Administrator

Job Title: Linux Server AdministratorJob Summary:

We are seeking a highly skilled Linux System Administrator with 3+ years of hands-on experience in managing Linux-based server environments. The ideal candidate will be responsible for system setup, maintenance, monitoring, and ensuring optimal performance of Linux servers (Ubuntu/RHEL), along with managing applications, services, storage, and backup processes.

Key Responsibilities:

• Install and configure Linux servers (Ubuntu, RHEL) for production, development, and backup environments.

• Configure and manage RAID levels for data redundancy and performance.

• Create and maintain virtual machines (VMs) using virtualization tools like KVM, VirtualBox, or VMware.

• Monitor system health, resource usage, and uptime; respond to incidents and performance alerts.

• Maintain and manage SAMBA servers for file sharing across platforms.

• Configure and manage Squid/Proxy servers for secure and optimized internet access.

• Install, configure, and maintain web servers such as Apache, Tomcat, and Nginx for hosting applications.

• Install and maintain PostgreSQL databases, including performance tuning, backup, and replication.

• Handle SSL certificate installation and renewal; link SSL to appropriate web services.

• Manage back-up servers, perform scheduled backups, and implement disaster recovery procedures.

• Implement and monitor data replication strategies for critical systems.

• Perform regular system tasks such as user creation, deletion, password resets, and permission management.

• Carry out data cleaning and disk space management to maintain optimal storage use.

• Collaborate with application and development teams to support deployments and integrations.

Required Skills:

• Strong expertise in Linux server administration (Ubuntu, RHEL).

• Hands-on experience with RAID configuration and storage management.

• Proficient in VM creation, cloning, and maintenance.

• Practical knowledge of SAMBA, Squid/Proxy, and web servers (Apache, Tomcat, Nginx).

• Experience in PostgreSQL installation, backup, and replication.

• Working knowledge of SSL certificates (installation, renewal, and linking).

• Familiarity with backup tools and server disaster recovery planning.

• Good understanding of replication and monitoring tools.

• Experience with shell scripting for automation is a plus.

Education Requirements:

• B.Tech / MCA (Master of Computer Applications)

Preferred Skills (Good to Have):

• Experience with cloud infrastructure (AWS, Azure, GCP).

• Familiarity with Docker, Kubernetes, and DevOps practices.

• Exposure to monitoring tools (Nagios, Zabbix, Prometheus, etc.).

• Basic knowledge of networking concepts and firewall rules.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: ₹300,000.00 - ₹400,000.00 per year

Work Location: In person