Linux Engineer

About Client:

Our client is a global digital solutions and technology consulting company headquartered in Mumbai, India. The company generates annual revenue of over $4.29 billion (₹35,517 crore), reflecting a 4.4% year-over-year growth in USD terms. It has a workforce of around 86,000 professionals operating in more than 40 countries and serves a global client base of over 700 organizations.

Our client operates across several major industry sectors, including Banking, Financial Services & Insurance (BFSI), Technology, Media & Telecommunications (TMT), Healthcare & Life Sciences, and Manufacturing & Consumer. In the past year, the company achieved a net profit of $553.4 million (₹4,584.6 crore), marking a 1.4% increase from the previous year. It also recorded a strong order inflow of $5.6 billion, up 15.7% year-over-year, highlighting growing demand across its service lines.

Key focus areas include Digital Transformation, Enterprise AI, Data & Analytics, and Product Engineering—reflecting its strategic commitment to driving innovation and value for clients across industries.

Job Title: Senior Java Developer

Location: Bangalore

Experience: 8+ yrs

Job Type: Contract to hire(Min 1+ yr)

Notice Period: Immediate joiners

Job Description:

Senior Linux Platform Engineer (Embedded & Ubuntu))

Overview

We are looking for a highly experienced Senior Linux Systems Engineer with a strong background in Ubuntu/Debian administration, embedded/ARM platforms, configuration management, and IT security. In this role, you will maintain and enhance an Ubuntu-based Raspberry Pi image, automate infrastructure, integrate enterprise authentication services, and support global development and operations teams.

This position requires hands-on expertise, strong problem solving skills, and the ability to collaborate in an international environment.

Key Responsibilities

Linux & Embedded Systems

• Maintain, improve, and further develop an Ubuntu-based Raspberry Pi system image.

• Work with ARM/embedded platforms, including troubleshooting and optimization.

Automation & Configuration Management

• Automate and orchestrate systems using Salt Stack, with active involvement in the migration to Ansible.

• Develop and improve scripts (Bash/Python) to optimize system operations.

Directory Services, Identity & PKI

• Integrate and operate Active Directory services using SSSD, LDAP, and Kerberos.

• Manage internal PKI and certificate infrastructures, including TLS configuration and key rotation.

Security, Monitoring & Operations

• Perform system hardening and implement security best practices.

• Ensure comprehensive monitoring, logging, and performance tuning.

• Manage daily operational tasks and incidents across 1st, 2nd, and 3rd level support, including troubleshooting and root cause analysis.

• Create, optimize, and maintain operational workflows for stable and efficient system operations.

Collaboration & Documentation

• Work closely with developers, providing consulting and support for deploying and operating applications.

• Maintain high quality documentation aligned with enterprise standards.

• Collaborate with international teams across functions and regions.

Required Qualifications

Technical Background

• Completed degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a comparable qualification.

• 8+ years of professional experience in Linux system administration (Ubuntu/Debian).

• Experience with ARM systems or embedded devices (e.g., Raspberry Pi).

• Strong knowledge of configuration management (Salt Stack, Ansible).

• Experience integrating Linux systems with Active Directory.

• Experience with virtualization and ARM emulation setups.

• Strong networking knowledge (DNS, DHCP, Proxy).

• Solid scripting skills in Bash and/or Python.

• Hands-on experience with Git and CI/CD environments (e.g., Jenkins, GitHub).

• Strong understanding of IT security, system hardening, and secure operations.

Soft Skills

• Excellent English communication skills in a global business environment.

• Strong analytical and troubleshooting abilities.

• Ability to work effectively across international, cross functional teams.

• Structured, proactive, and solution oriented working approach.

Work Model Requirements

• Willingness to work on-site during the initial onboarding phase.

• Availability to work from the office several days per week after onboarding.