Systems Engineer

Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates

• Manage, configure, and maintain Windows and Linux servers (including CentOS, Ubuntu, Red Hat, and others).
• Perform daily system monitoring, backups, and server health checks to ensure optimal performance.
• Troubleshoot and resolve server-related issues (hardware, OS, applications, etc.).
• Administer Active Directory (AD), Group Policy, and other Windows services.
• Provide support for user account management, including creating, modifying, and deleting user accounts.

• Administer and manage virtualization platforms (e.g., VMware vSphere, Hyper‑V).
• Deploy, manage, and optimize virtual machines (VMs) in a highly available and fault‑tolerant environment.
• Work with cloud platforms like AWS, Azure, or GCP (optional, if applicable).

• Implement and manage a regular patching process for both Windows and Linux systems.
• Use patch management tools to deploy operating system and application updates.
• Ensure all systems comply with internal security policies and external regulatory requirements (e.g., PCI‑DSS, HIPAA).

• Administer and maintain Microsoft Exchange Server environment (on‑premises or hybrid).
• Manage email routing, mailboxes, distribution groups, and public folders.
• Monitor and resolve Exchange‑related issues, such as connectivity, performance, and mail delivery.
• Implement backup and recovery processes for Exchange databases.
• Deploy and manage Docker containers for development, staging, and production environments.
• Work with container orchestration platforms such as Kubernetes to manage large‑scale containerized applications.
• Integrate containerized applications into the CI/CD pipeline and work closely with Dev Ops teams.

• Develop and maintain scripts (Bash, Power Shell, Python, etc.) to automate routine tasks, including system deployments, configurations, and monitoring.
• Work with configuration management tools (e.g., Ansible, Chef, Puppet) for system automation.

• Monitor system health and performance using tools like Nagios, Zabbix, Prometheus, or similar monitoring tools.
• Investigate and resolve system issues and performance bottlenecks.
• Create alerts and dashboards to monitor server uptime, resource utilization, and application performance.

• Create and maintain system documentation, including configuration guides, operational procedures, and troubleshooting tips.
• Generate and maintain regular status reports on system performance, patch compliance, and incidents.
• Work closely with the network team, security teams, and Dev Ops teams to implement infrastructure solutions.
• Provide support and guidance to junior engineers and other team members.
• Participate in on‑call rotation and provide after‑hours support as needed.

• 5-7 years of hands‑on experience in managing both Windows and Linux server environments.
• Solid experience with virtualization technologies (e.g., VMware, Hyper‑V, or similar).
• Experience managing Microsoft Exchange Server (on‑premises or hybrid).
• Strong experience with Linux containers, especially with Docker and Kubernetes.
• Practical experience with patch management tools and processes.
• Practical experience with Azure Intune management.
• Experience scripting in Bash, Power Shell, or Python for automation.

• In‑depth understanding of system administration on both Windows (Windows Server 2016/2019/2022) and Linux (Ubuntu, CentOS, RHEL, etc.).
• Familiarity with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, or GCP) is a plus.
• Strong understanding of Active Directory and Group Policy management.
• Knowledge of Exchange Server administration, including mail flow, database management, and backup strategies.
• Experien…