Linux Engineer

A client of Innova Solutions is immediately hiring for a Linux Engineer:

• Position type: Full Time - Contract
• Duration: 12+ Months
• Location: Addison, TX (3 days onsite)

Be responsible for installing and monitoring Unix/Linux open‑source operating systems and cater to clients’ needs in this environment. The individual also resolves user issues, addresses change management requests, and identifies potential issues by implementing protective measures. As an ideal candidate, you have proven experience designing, implementing, and monitoring Linux infrastructure, maintaining Linux systems, and collaborating with other IT professionals in developing automation strategies and deployment processes.

• 5+ years experience working with Linux operating systems
• Java Application Support
• Install, configure, and maintain servers in a Linux environment
• Develop and implement backup and disaster recovery strategies
• Monitor the health of the Linux servers through both automated and manual processes
• Design, develop, and implement infrastructure monitoring and reporting tools through scripts such as BASH and Power Shell
• Perform server hardware maintenance and upgrades
• Create test automation frameworks in collaboration with team members or other IT departments
• Develop tools to help increase functionality and efficiency of available infrastructure
• Maintain software repositories and apply software updates
• Maintain documentation for procedures, configurations, and programs
• Bachelors degree in computer sciences, engineering, or its equivalent
• Strong scripting skills in Python, Ruby, Perl, or a related language
• Knowledge of automation technologies
• Experience with Linux servers in virtualized environments
• Strong knowledge of Linux scripting languages
• Experience installing, configuring, and maintaining services such as Bind, Apache, MySQL, Nginx, etc.
• Solid understanding of configuration management tools, such as Puppet and Chef
• Strong problem‑solving and analytical skills
• Knowledge of databases such as MS SQL, Oracle, or DB2
• Experience with application support, web technologies, APIs, and microservices
• Have a passion for problem solving and automation and a willingness to continue growing your skills in this area.
• Self‑motivated and a self‑starter. If you have a question, be pro‑active in finding the answer and communicate your learnings with teammates

• Experience with cloud computing
• Experience with open‑source application suites, such as Word Press or Drupal
• Masters degree in computer science, information technology, or a related field.

Pay Range*: $65/hr to $68/hr

• Pay range offered to a successful candidate will be based on several factors, including the candidate’s education, work experience, work location, specific job duties, certifications, etc.

Benefits: Innova Solutions offers benefits (based on eligibility) that include the following:
Medical & pharmacy coverage, Dental/vision insurance, 401(k), Health saving account (HSA) and Flexible spending account (FSA), Life Insurance, Pet Insurance, Short term and Long term Disability, Accident & Critical illness coverage, Pre‑paid legal &  protection, Sick time, and other types of paid leaves (as required by law), Employee Assistance Program (EAP).

Founded in 1998 and headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia, Innova Solutions employs approximately 50,000 professionals worldwide and reports an annual revenue approaching $3 Billion. Through our global delivery centers across North America, Asia, and Europe, we deliver strategic technology and business transformation solutions to our clients, enabling them to operate as leaders within their fields.

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