Job Description
Are you a technical expert ready to lead infrastructure at scale?
CloudScale Technologies is seeking a highly skilled Senior System Administrator to join our dynamic team in the heart of Seattle. In this pivotal role, you will be responsible for the stability, security, and scalability of our hybrid cloud environment, ensuring seamless operations for our growing portfolio of enterprise clients.
We pride ourselves on a culture of innovation and continuous improvement. If you thrive in a fast-paced environment and have a passion for optimizing complex systems, we want to hear from you.
Why Join Us?
- Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package.
- Work with cutting-edge technologies including Kubernetes and AWS.
- Flexible remote work options and professional development stipends.
What You Will Do:
Responsibilities
- Manage and maintain on-premise servers, virtualization platforms (VMware/KVM), and cloud infrastructure (AWS/Azure).
- Design and implement robust network architecture, including firewalls, VPNs, and load balancers.
- Automate deployment pipelines and infrastructure provisioning using tools like Terraform and Ansible.
- Monitor system health and performance, proactively identifying and resolving bottlenecks or security vulnerabilities.
- Lead disaster recovery planning and execute regular backup and restore procedures.
- Collaborate with DevOps and development teams to refine CI/CD workflows.
- Ensure strict compliance with organizational security policies and industry standards.
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or equivalent practical experience.
- 5+ years of professional experience in System Administration or DevOps Engineering.
- Deep expertise in Linux (Red Hat/CentOS) and Windows Server environments.
- Strong proficiency in scripting languages such as Python, Bash, or PowerShell.
- Certifications such as AWS Solutions Architect or CompTIA Security+ are highly preferred.
- Experience with containerization technologies (Docker, Kubernetes) is a major plus.