System Administrator

About Position:

This role is for a System Admin – Cloud Operations based in Pune, focusing on Linux and AWS production environments. The position requires 5–8 years of experience in Linux system administration, with strong expertise in troubleshooting performance issues related to CPU, memory, disk, and networking. The candidate will handle real-time production incidents, perform root cause analysis (RCA), and ensure system stability. Additionally, the role involves managing AWS services like EC2, EBS, VPC, and CloudWatch, along with datacenter and virtualization support. Scripting in Bash or Python is expected for automation, log analysis, and improving operational efficiency.

• Role: System Admin
• Location: Pune
• Experience: 5 to 8 Years
• Job Type: Full Time Employment

What You'll Do:

• Provide advanced Linux troubleshooting (CPU, memory, disk, network, boot issues) in production environments
• Handle real-time production incidents, resolve issues, and conduct root cause analysis (RCA)
• Troubleshoot and manage AWS services (EC2, EBS, VPC, CloudWatch, IAM)
• Analyze logs and system metrics using tools like top, vmstat, iostat, journalctl
• Support datacenter and infrastructure operations (hardware, VMware, patching, recovery)
• Develop automation scripts (Bash/Python) and create runbooks for recurring issues

Expertise You'll Bring:

• Strong Linux expertise in troubleshooting, performance tuning, and system internals
• Hands-on experience in AWS cloud operations (EC2, EBS, VPC, CloudWatch, IAM)
• Deep knowledge of production support & incident management with RCA ownership
• Expertise log analysis & debugging using tools like journalctl, top, vmstat, iostat
• Solid understanding of networking fundamentals and OS-level troubleshooting
• Proficiency in automation scripting (Bash/Python) for operational efficiency

Benefits:

• Competitive salary and benefits package
• Culture focused on talent development with quarterly growth opportunities and company-sponsored higher education and certifications
• Opportunity to work with cutting-edge technologies
• Employee engagement initiatives such as project parties, flexible work hours, and Long Service awards
• Annual health check-ups
• Insurance coverage: group term life, personal accident, and Mediclaim hospitalization for self, spouse, two children, and parents

Values-Driven, People-Centric & Inclusive Work Environment:

Persistent is dedicated to fostering diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We invite applications from all qualified individuals, including those with disabilities, and regardless of gender or gender preference. We welcome diverse candidates from all backgrounds.

• We support hybrid work and flexible hours to fit diverse lifestyles.
• Our office is accessibility-friendly, with ergonomic setups and assistive technologies to support employees with physical disabilities.
• If you are a person with disabilities and have specific requirements, please inform us during the application process or at any time during your employment

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