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TEKsystems
Linux Engineer
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What they do
A Unix Administrator or Engineer installs, configures, and maintains UNIX operating systems operating within a business. Analyzes and resolves problems associated with the operating system's servers, hardware, applications, and software. Detects, diagnoses, and reports UNIX related problems on servers.
$118,984 / year median in Kentucky
-25% projected decline
Job Description
Description The ideal candidate is a hands-on Linux engineer who enjoys solving problems in a highly collaborative, fast-paced environment. They have a passion for automation and operational excellence, leveraging tools such as Python, Git, Grafana, and modern observability platforms to improve system reliability and reduce manual effort. They are eager to embrace SRE methodologies and continuously improve infrastructure through monitoring, automation, and data-driven decision making. Strong Linux administration experience, preferably within Red Hat Enterprise Linux (RHEL) environments. Proficiency with Python and shell scripting (Bash) for automation, operational tooling, and system administration. Experience developing and maintaining automation workflows to improve system reliability, scalability, and operational efficiency. Hands-on experience with Git-based source control and modern software development practices. Ability to create, modify, and maintain YAML-based configurations used across infrastructure, automation, CI/CD, containerization, and monitoring platforms. Strong troubleshooting skills across Linux operating systems, networking, storage, and compute infrastructure. Experience managing enterprise environments with a focus on reliability, performance, and operational excellence.
Preferred:
Experience implementing and supporting modern observability platforms such as Grafana, Prometheus, OpenTelemetry, Splunk, or ELK. Familiarity with SRE concepts including monitoring, alerting, incident management, service-level objectives (SLOs), and error budgets. Experience building dashboards, alerts, and operational reporting within Grafana. Knowledge of Infrastructure as Code (IaC) and automation tools such as Ansible and Terraform. Experience supporting Kubernetes, OpenShift, Docker, or other container platforms. Exposure to CI/CD pipelines and DevOps methodologies. Experience working within Git-based workflows including pull requests, code reviews, branching strategies, and release management. Familiarity with APIs, JSON, YAML, and automation integrations across enterprise platforms. Experience Level Expert Level Job Type & Location This is a Contract position based out of Louisville, KY. Pay and Benefits The pay range for this position is $55.00 - $65.00/hr. Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors. Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:- Medical, dental & vision
- Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
- 401(k) Retirement Plan - Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
- Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
- Short and long-term disability
- Health Spending Account (HSA)
- Transportation benefits
- Employee Assistance Program
- Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave) Workplace Type This is a hybrid position in Louisville,KY.
San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance:
Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.Massachusetts Lie Detector:
It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability. Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI): We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.Benefits
- Paid Time Off (PTO)
- Sick Leave
- 401(k) Plans
- Other Retirement and Savings