Object Computing, Inc. ยท 4 months ago
Onsite DevOps Engineer (Linux Admin Focus)
Saint Louis, Missouri
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
5+ years expObject Computing, Inc. is seeking a highly skilled DevOps Engineer with a focus on Linux systems administration. This role involves automating infrastructure, migrating on-prem Linux environments to the cloud, and maintaining development and production environments, with a strong emphasis on the tools and applications used in the software development process.
Information Technology & Services
Responsibilities
Design, implement, and maintain scalable and secure Linux-based infrastructure using Infrastructure as Code (IaC) tools like Terraform or Ansible
Automate repetitive tasks, manage configuration, and ensure systems are reliable and efficient
Download the Red Hat ISO, create templates for new VMs, and make modifications for standard server needs, such as creating an Ansible user and setting nameservers
Manage configuration and hardware resources after VM deployment
Use Ansible for most tasks, connecting to managed hosts via SSH keys and grouping them in an inventory file based on their role
Run standard playbooks for base build tasks and customized playbooks based on server roles, utilizing GitLab for code updates when needed
Use Red Hat Satellite to manage repositories
Administer, install, and upgrade servers and the applications that software engineers need to use, specifically those that are part of the software development process
Stand up and tear down complete development, testing, and production environments, provisioning servers, configuring network settings, and deploying applications and services
Lead the migration of existing on-prem Linux servers and applications to a cloud platform (e.g., AWS, Azure, or GCP)
Plan, execute, and validate the migration to minimize downtime and ensure data integrity
Collaborate with development teams to build and maintain robust Continuous Integration/Continuous Deployment (CI/CD) pipelines
Work with tools like Jenkins, GitLab CI, or CircleCI to automate software build, test, and deployment processes
Implement and manage monitoring and logging solutions (e.g., Prometheus, Grafana, ELK stack) to proactively identify and resolve performance issues, system failures, and security vulnerabilities
Ensure Linux systems and infrastructure are secure by implementing best practices, managing user access, and conducting regular audits
Qualification
Required
Minimum of 5 years of professional experience as a Linux Administrator or in a similar role
Expert in the Linux command line, scripting (Bash, Python), and system-level troubleshooting
Experience with Red Hat Enterprise Linux and its associated activities, such as creating VM templates and managing OS-level infrastructure
Hands-on experience with key DevOps tools, including version control systems (Git), IaC tools such as Ansible and Terraform, and CI/CD platforms
Proficiency with Ansible for server configuration and management, including playbook development and managing updates via GitLab
Practical experience with at least one major cloud provider (AWS, Azure, or GCP), including a solid understanding of compute, storage, networking, and database services
Experience managing virtual/cloud environments
Proven experience in installing, upgrading, and administrating specific software development tools and applications, including GitLab, Confluence, Jira, Subversion, Bitbucket, or Smartbear
Proven ability to automate complex tasks and workflows
Strong understanding of TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP, and firewalls
Excellent communication and collaboration skills to work effectively with development, QA, and operations teams
This is an on-site position requiring a presence in the St. Louis Office
Preferred
Experience with containerization technologies like Docker and orchestration platforms like Kubernetes
Knowledge of scripting languages beyond Bash, such as Python or Ruby
Familiarity with container security best practices
Experience with configuration management tools like Ansible, Chef or Puppet
Company
Object Computing, Inc.
We engineer the systems that power your business.
201-500 employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageLeadership Team
Gina M Bremehr
President and (Interim) Chief Executive Officer
Kianna Reed
Chief Operating Officer
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