Linux Administrator

Job Title:
Linux Admin/Engineer

Duration: 18+ Months

Location:
Charlotte, NC

Rate
: $62-$65/hour W2

We are seeking a hands‑on Linux Platform Engineer to support and maintain enterprise Linux platforms and the underlying No

SQL database technologies. This is an operations-focused role, not an architecture or design position. The ideal candidate will spend the majority of their time working directly on the platform—logging into servers, troubleshooting issues, maintaining systems, coordinating with vendors, and resolving production issues.

• Strong, recent Linux engineering experience in an enterprise environment.
• Hands‑on experience supporting No
  
  SQL databases, preferably:
  • Cassandra — preferred
  • Single Store
  • MongoDB
• Experience logging into Linux servers, troubleshooting system/platform issues, and implementing fixes.
• Experience supporting and maintaining production platforms and underlying database technologies.
• Experience working directly with vendors to troubleshoot issues, identify root causes, and implement solutions.
• Experience supporting similar enterprise infrastructure/platform environments.
• Experience using Jira for ticketing, issue tracking, and operational support.

• Provide hands‑on operational support and maintenance for Linux‑based platforms.
• Support the underlying No
  
  SQL database infrastructure and troubleshoot database/platform issues.
• Investigate production incidents by reviewing system behavior, logs, configurations, and infrastructure.
• Log into servers directly to diagnose and resolve technical issues.
• Partner with database, infrastructure, application, and vendor teams to resolve complex problems.
• Work with vendors to identify root causes and implement recommended solutions.
• Perform platform maintenance, upgrades, enhancements, and operational changes.
• Manage incidents, service requests, and technical tasks through Jira.
• Help maintain platform stability, availability, and performance.
• Contribute to automation and operational improvements where applicable.

• Ansible
• CI/CD pipelines
• Automation and scripting
• Experience with infrastructure/platform automation
• Experience applying AI tools to engineering or operational workflows

Experience Matters. Let your experience be driven by our experience. For more than 40 years, Matlen Silver has delivered solutions for complex talent and technology needs to Fortune 500 companies and industry leaders. Led by hard work, honesty, and a trusted team of experts, we can say that Matlen Silver technology has created a solutions experience and legacy of success that is the difference in the way the world works.

Matlen Silver is an Equal Opportunity Employer and considers all applicants for all positions without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, sexual orientation, veteran status, the presence of a non‑job‑related medical condition or disability, or any other legally protected status.

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• Health, vision, and dental insurance (single and family coverage)
• 401(k) plan (employee contributions only)