Unix System Engineer (Remote - US)

This position is posted by Jobgether on behalf of a partner company. We are currently looking for a Unix System Engineer in the United States.

This role offers the opportunity to manage, maintain, and optimize a large-scale Unix/Linux infrastructure across cloud and on-premises environments. The Unix System Engineer will ensure the security, reliability, and performance of enterprise systems while supporting critical operations and customer-facing services. You will work on automation, vulnerability mitigation, patching, and monitoring, collaborating closely with cross-functional teams to implement best practices and streamline workflows. The role provides exposure to cloud platforms like AWS, enterprise monitoring systems, and a variety of scripting languages, within a dynamic and mission-driven environment. Flexibility, technical problem-solving, and operational excellence are key aspects of this position.

Accountabilities

• Support and maintain over 600 Unix/Linux servers across multiple on-premises and cloud environments.
• Install, configure, patch, and optimize RHEL/CentOS systems on physical and virtual platforms.
• Develop, debug, and maintain scripts using shell, Perl, Python, and related languages to automate tasks and workflows.
• Monitor systems using enterprise monitoring tools and Splunk, responding to incidents and performing root cause analysis.
• Perform vulnerability mitigation, OS hardening, and implement security best practices across infrastructure.
• Manage file systems, logical volumes, and storage solutions including NFS and CIFS.
• Produce and maintain detailed technical documentation for systems, processes, and support activities.
• Participate in on-call rotations and provide after-hours support as needed, ensuring high availability of critical systems.

Requirements

• Minimum 5 years of experience supporting RHEL/CentOS systems.
• Red Hat Certified System Administrator (RHCSA6/7/8).
• Intermediate experience with Satellite Server and Ansible Tower.
• Proven experience with Linux hosting in AWS and cloud environments.
• Proficiency in vulnerability mitigation, OS hardening, and enterprise monitoring systems.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to work independently.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Time management and organizational aptitude.
• Preferred: Red Hat Certified Engineer (RHCE6/7/8), Terraform, VMware administration, Oracle Linux experience, NOC/SOC exposure, and government contract experience.

Benefits

• Competitive salary range: $114,750 – $155,250.
• Fully remote work option.
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans, plus Health Savings Accounts.
• 401(k) plan with company match.
• Generous paid time off including vacation, sick leave, personal days, holidays, and parental leave.
• Short- and long-term disability, life, and accidental death coverage.
• Paid Family Leave and other income protection options.
• Professional development support and training opportunities.
• Flexible work arrangements and supportive work-life balance programs.

Jobgether is a Talent Matching Platform that partners with companies worldwide to efficiently connect top talent with the right opportunities through AI-driven job matching.
When you apply, your profile goes through our AI-powered screening process designed to identify top talent efficiently and fairly.
🔍 Our AI evaluates your CV and LinkedIn profile thoroughly, analyzing your skills, experience, and achievements.
📊 It compares your profile to the job’s core requirements and past success factors to determine your match score.
🎯 Based on this analysis, we automatically shortlist the three candidates with the highest match to the role.
🧠 When necessary, our human team may perform an additional manual review to ensure no strong profile is missed.
The process is transparent, skills-based, and free of bias — focusing solely on your fit for the role.
Once the shortlist is completed, it is shared directly with the company that owns the job opening. Their internal hiring team then manages interviews and further steps.

Thank you for your interest!