For a utilities customer in Brussels, I am searching for a freelance Linux System Engineer to help optimize performance and ensure the resilience of their infrastructure.
Responsibilities
* Deploy, configure, and maintain Linux servers and related infrastructure to ensure high availability and performance.
* Perform system administration tasks, including monitoring, troubleshooting, and performance tuning, to maintain a stable and efficient environment.
* Implement and manage automation tools such as Ansible to streamline system provisioning and configuration management.
* Enhance system security by applying best practices, security controls, and proactive threat mitigation measures.
* Manage and optimize an in-house Kubernetes cluster for container orchestration and workload scalability.
* Oversee and fine-tune on-premises environments running CentOS and RedHat to ensure optimal performance and reliability.
* Develop and maintain shell scripts and automation scripts to simplify and improve system management processes.
* Collaborate closely with development and operations teams to enhance system reliability, scalability, and efficiency.
* Implement and maintain robust backup and disaster recovery strategies to ensure business continuity.
* Stay ahead of industry trends by continuously learning and applying the latest best practices and emerging technologies.
Profile
* Proficiency in Linux distributions such as CentOS and RedHat.
* Experience with Bash, Python, Perl, or other scripting languages.
* Strong knowledge of Ansible.
* Solid understanding of TCP/IP, DNS, firewalls, and load balancers.
* Familiarity with Linux security hardening techniques and compliance standards.
* Experience with Kubernetes cluster management.
* Knowledge of RAID, LVM, SAN, NAS, and backup solutions.
* Experience with tools like Nagios, Zabbix, Prometheus, or ELK stack.
* Experience with Git, Jenkins, and CI/CD pipelines is a plus.
Additional Details
SENIORITY: Medior/Senior
START DATE: April
DURATION: 6 Months+
EXTENSION: Yes
CONTRACT: Freelance
LOCATION: Brussels
ONSITE POLICY: 2 days per week
HOURS PER WEEK: 40
LANGUAGES: Fluent English, Duch/French a bonus
INTERVIEW PROCESS: 1 stage
If you are interested, please forward your updated resume to jay.kukoyi@vividresourcing.com to be considered.