Job Description
Join our dynamic Austin-based team as a Senior System Administrator and become the backbone of our cloud infrastructure! We're seeking a tech-savvy professional to architect, deploy, and maintain cutting-edge systems that power our rapidly growing SaaS platform. Enjoy competitive compensation, flexible work arrangements, and the opportunity to work with AWS, Kubernetes, and automation tools in a collaborative startup environment. If you're passionate about optimizing system performance and security while mentoring junior engineers, this is your chance to make a significant impact.
Responsibilities
- Design, implement, and maintain scalable cloud infrastructure on AWS and Azure
- Automate deployment and monitoring using Terraform, Ansible, and CI/CD pipelines
- Ensure 99.9% system uptime through proactive monitoring and incident response
- Manage security protocols including firewalls, encryption, and access controls
- Optimize system performance and troubleshoot complex technical issues
- Document infrastructure architecture and create disaster recovery plans
- Mentor junior administrators and conduct regular system audits
Qualifications
- 5+ years of experience with Linux/Windows system administration
- Expertise in cloud platforms (AWS/Azure) and container orchestration
- Strong scripting skills (Python/Bash/PowerShell)
- Certifications in CompTIA Server+, AWS SysOps, or Azure Administrator
- Experience with infrastructure-as-code tools (Terraform/CloudFormation)
- Knowledge of network security principles and compliance frameworks
- Ability to collaborate effectively with DevOps and development teams
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field