Remote Linux Systems Administrator

Position Overview

We’re hiring a Remote Linux Systems Administrator who brings both technical expertise and a proactive mindset to strengthen our global infrastructure operations. In this fully remote role, you’ll take charge of ensuring our Linux environments operate securely, efficiently, and with minimal downtime. This position offers an exciting pathway for experienced individuals who thrive in Linux-based environments, value operational excellence, and want to help shape secure, scalable systems from anywhere in the world. Your work will influence how we support global teams and scale mission-critical Linux systems with reliability and precision. By emphasizing automation, tuning, and evolution, you'll help shape our modern infrastructure practices and streamline backend efficiency. Beyond maintenance, your efforts will help modernize our architecture and guide future innovations that support business scalability.

Core Responsibilities

System Administration and Support

Key Duties

• Configure, monitor, and maintain production-grade Linux servers in physical, virtual, and cloud environments.
• Proactively troubleshoot system issues, conduct root cause analyses, and deploy permanent solutions.
• Manage user access, implement permissions, and enforce security protocols across systems.

Automation and Scripting

Key Duties

• Design, write, and maintain shell scripts and automation tools using Bash, Python, or Ansible
• Streamline configuration management and deployment processes using tools such as Puppet, Chef, or Terraform.

Performance and Reliability

Key Duties

• Monitor infrastructure performance using metrics and logs via tools like Prometheus, Grafana, and the ELK stack.
• Conduct system audits to ensure high availability and disaster recovery readiness
• Optimize system parameters and kernel tuning for best-in-class performance

Security and Compliance

Key Duties

• Maintain and enforce security best practices, including patch management, firewall configuration, and access control.
• Collaborate with security teams to implement hardened configurations and audit trails.

Work Environment and Culture

Our remote structure is built on transparency, accountability, and effective communication. You’ll be part of a collaborative technical team that values reliability and clarity while working on projects that drive impact.

Tools and Technology Stack

Operating Systems and Containers

• Ubuntu, CentOS, Red Hat Enterprise Linux
• Docker and Kubernetes for containerization and orchestration

Infrastructure and Monitoring Tools

• AWS EC2, S3, CloudWatch; GCP Compute Engine
• Prometheus, Zabbix, Nagios, and Grafana for performance monitoring
• Terraform, Ansible, and Git for Infrastructure as Code (IaC) practices

Scripting and Automation Languages

• Bash scripting, Python automation, PowerShell (for hybrid environments)
• Cron jobs and systemd timers for task scheduling

Skills and Qualifications

Essential Qualifications

• 5+ years of hands-on experience managing Linux-based environments remotely
• Advanced knowledge of system administration, networking protocols (TCP/IP, DNS, VPN), and performance tuning
• Strong scripting abilities with Bash, Python, or related automation tools
• Experience with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, or GCP) and containerized deployments

Preferred Credentials

• Industry certifications such as RHCSA, RHCE, or LFCS
• Prior experience in DevOps/SRE workflows, including CI/CD and Infrastructure as Code
• Familiarity with compliance standards such as ISO 27001, HIPAA, or SOC2

Career Growth and Impact

As a Remote Linux Systems Administrator, you’ll play a pivotal role in keeping our infrastructure robust and efficient. From strengthening uptime to developing automation tools, your work ensures essential systems perform reliably every day. You’ll collaborate with a skilled team deeply engaged in open-source development and technical growth. You can shape your own career path—whether deepening expertise in Linux security, advancing into cloud architecture, or mentoring peers. We recognize initiative and innovation, offering internal mobility and sponsored certifications to encourage career progression.

Compensation and Benefits

This full-time position is accompanied by an annual salary of $108,079. Alongside a strong compensation plan, we offer a well-rounded suite of employee benefits that includes:

• Health, dental, and vision coverage (globally inclusive options)
• Generous paid time off and flexible work hours
• Home office setup reimbursement
• Annual learning and development budget
• Remote wellness programs and ergonomic support

Why Join Us

Join a team that prioritizes infrastructure excellence and progressive thinking. Our systems manage substantial workloads and are built to power meaningful digital experiences. Collaboration, ownership, and clear communication are core to how we create and scale. If you're a Linux enthusiast ready to make a meaningful impact and own your craft from anywhere, this is the role for you.

Call to Action

Are you ready to push the boundaries of what’s possible in Linux systems engineering? If you’re passionate about scalable infrastructure, thrive in remote environments, and want to lead from the terminal outward, then we want to hear from you. Take the next step in your systems career—help us design efficient infrastructure, grow alongside talented engineers, and do work that truly counts.