Hearst Health

Linux Systems Engineer

Hearst Health

full-time

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Location Type: Hybrid

Location: IndianapolisUnited States

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Salary

💰 $110,000 - $120,000 per year

About the role

  • Install, configure, maintain, and support Linux-based servers and systems
  • Monitor system performance and availability, and troubleshoot OS-level issues
  • Perform system patching, updates, and routine maintenance
  • Manage users, permissions, services, and system configurations
  • Support system reliability, security, and operational best practices
  • Work with storage solutions, including SAN-connected systems
  • Participate in documentation, runbooks, and operational procedures
  • Support Linux systems running in AWS and/or Azure environments
  • Use and maintain existing automation tools and scripts
  • Write or update basic automation scripts (Bash, Python) for routine tasks
  • Assist with Linux system builds, image updates, and deployment processes
  • Collaborate with senior engineers to learn and adopt cloud and automation best practices

Requirements

  • 3+ years of experience administering Linux systems in a production environment
  • Experience supporting and maintaining Linux-based infrastructure
  • Strong experience with Linux operating systems, command-line tools, and core OS concepts
  • Hands-on experience with distributions such as RHEL, CentOS, or Ubuntu
  • Experience installing, configuring, and maintaining Linux servers
  • Familiarity with system monitoring, patching, O/S Upgrades, and troubleshooting
  • Basic to intermediate scripting skills using Bash and/or Python
  • Ability to automate routine operational tasks
  • Understanding of networking fundamentals (TCP/IP, DNS, firewalls)
  • Experience using Git or similar version control systems
Benefits
  • medical
  • dental
  • vision
  • long term disability
  • life insurance
  • matching 401k
Applicant Tracking System Keywords

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Hard Skills & Tools
Linux systems administrationBash scriptingPython scriptingSystem patchingTroubleshootingSystem configurationNetworking fundamentalsVersion control (Git)Storage solutions (SAN)Cloud environments (AWS, Azure)
Soft Skills
CollaborationProblem-solvingDocumentationOperational best practicesCommunication