Sr Devops Engineer

We are seeking a skilled Linux Administrator with experience in configuration management tools like Chef and infrastructure automation tools such as Terraform. The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of Linux environments, automation, and troubleshooting, with a focus on providing support for maintaining and optimizing systems in production.

Primary Responsibilities:

Linux Administration:

• Install, configure, and maintain Linux-based systems (e.g., RHEL, CentOS, Ubuntu).
• Monitor system performance, ensure uptime, and troubleshoot hardware and software issues.
• Apply kernel updates, security patches, and system enhancements following best practices.
• Manage file systems, user permissions, and system backups.
• Configuration Management with Chef:

Develop and maintain Chef cookbooks, recipes, and roles for configuration management.

• Deploy and manage applications using Chef for automated provisioning.
• Troubleshoot issues in the Chef environment, ensuring scalability and reliability.
• Collaborate with developers to define infrastructure as code and automate deployment pipelines.

Infrastructure as Code with Terraform:

• Use Terraform to provision and manage infrastructure across cloud providers (AWS, Azure, GCP).
• Create reusable and scalable Terraform modules to simplify deployments.
• Troubleshoot infrastructure-related issues and maintain Terraform state files.
• Optimize cloud resource utilization and automate routine tasks using Terraform.

System Monitoring and Support:

• Implement monitoring solutions for system health, performance, and availability (e.g., Nagios, Prometheus, or equivalent).
• Respond to support tickets, analyze logs, and provide solutions for critical incidents.
• Ensure proper documentation of all troubleshooting steps and solutions.

Collaboration and Documentation:

• Work with cross-functional teams to improve deployment processes and system reliability.
• Maintain comprehensive documentation for system configurations, processes, and infrastructure.
• Provide training and knowledge sharing to other team members.

Key Requirements:

Technical Skills:

• Linux Expertise: Strong experience with Linux server environments (e.g., RHEL, CentOS, Ubuntu).
• Chef: Proven experience in writing Chef recipes, cookbooks, and managing Chef servers.
• Terraform: Proficient in using Terraform to define and deploy infrastructure as code.
• Cloud Platforms: Hands-on experience with cloud platforms like AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud.
• Scripting: Proficiency in Bash, Python, or similar scripting languages for automation.
• Version Control: Familiarity with Git for code collaboration and versioning.

Preferred Skills:

• Experience with Docker and Kubernetes for containerization.
• Knowledge of CI/CD pipelines using Jenkins, GitLab CI, or similar tools.
• Basic understanding of networking and security principles.
• Familiarity with Ansible or Puppet as complementary configuration tools.