TechOps System Administrator

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About the Role

We’re looking for a Linux-proficient Systems Administrator to join our Production Operations team. In this role, you’ll support Sony’s infrastructure-as-a-service platform and manage its large-scale Linux-based hardware fleet. The ideal candidate is proficient in Linux CLI troubleshooting, understands cloud technologies, and can deliver effective, user-friendly support to internal teams across varying technical levels.

What you’ll be doing

• Respond to support tickets and inquiries in a 24/5 environment, adhering to SLAs and prioritizing requests from internal customers and cross functional groups.
• Maintain, configure, and troubleshoot Linux-based hardware systems, proactively identifying recurring issues and collaborating with Service Reliability Engineers to deploy fixes in a fast-paced environment.
• Build and maintain internal documentation and knowledge bases to improve operational efficiency and reduce resolution time.

Core Knowledge - Candidates must demonstrate at-least 2 of the following (Practical Linux Experience Required):

• IT Customer Support and Networking knowledge (Network+ level)

What we’re looking for

• Minimum 2 years of experience in Linux systems administration and 3 years in a technical support or IT service delivery role.
• Proficiency with Linux CLI, Bash scripting, automation tools (e.g., Ansible), and familiarity with container orchestration (Kubernetes).
• Familiarity with public cloud infrastructure concepts (e.g., compute, storage) and foundational networking knowledge (Network+ level)
• Experience using Service Now or Jira in a support operations context.
• Strong communication skills with a knack for breaking down technical concepts into clear, actionable information while ensuring a high-quality customer experience.

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The estimated base pay range for this role is listed below, this is an hourly rate.

$40 - $45 USD

Equal Opportunity Statement:

Sony is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All persons will receive consideration for employment without regard to gender (including gender identity, gender expression and gender reassignment), race (including colour, nationality, ethnic or national origin), religion or belief, marital or civil partnership status, disability, age, sexual orientation, pregnancy, maternity or parental status, trade union membership or membership in any other legally protected category.

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