Linux Endpoint Administrator

Linux Endpoint Administrator San Mateo Metro Area, CA Posted:

08/22/2025

Job Number:

JN -082025-4884

Job Description Our client is looking for an experienced Linux Endpoint Administrator to join their Endpoint Engineering team. This team manages the company s physical and virtual desktops to ensure security, reliability, and consistency at scale. You ll be responsible for deploying and maintaining Linux desktops, automating configurations, and supporting fleet operations across a large environment. Responsibilities Install, configure, patch, and maintain Linux desktops (physical and virtual). Implement and manage SaltStack configurations for system baselines and automation. Work on sprint-based engineering projects related to endpoint reliability and compliance. Troubleshoot issues and perform root cause analysis across the Linux fleet. Run operational tasks like OS/software updates, re-imaging, and repairs. Participate in change management and maintain up-to-date documentation. Collaborate with engineers and IT support to ensure endpoints remain compliant and functional. Requirements 6+ years supporting large-scale Linux desktop environments. Strong experience with Ubuntu/Debian Linux (imaging, patching, troubleshooting). Proficient with configuration management tools (SaltStack, Chef, Puppet, or Ansible). Skilled in Bash and/or Python scripting for automation. Familiar with agile/sprint-based work. Experience using Jira for task and incident tracking. Clear communicator with strong attention to detail. Local to the Bay Area and able to work onsite in Foster City 3 days/week. Nice to Have Experience with virtual desktop infrastructure (VDI). Familiarity with VMware-based VDI platforms and tools. About Vivo Having been in business since 2006, Vivo is a full-service recruiting and consulting company, specializing in mid to senior level technology resources.

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