Linux Administrator

Reports to:  Linux Team Lead

Position Title:  Linux Administrator

Location: Calgary, AB, or London, ON or Remote 

The Role: 

This role will participate in the ongoing development/deployment and support of multiple data centers and hybrid cloud environments. As a Linux application-centric, automation/DevOps subject matter expert the position encompasses responsibilities for configuring, automating and testing the technology components of system solutions and includes the preparation of technical documentation. This role is a member of a collaborative team of developers/technical experts specializing in the delivery of services to Autodata’s customers.

Responsibilities:

• Installing and maintain Autodata custom solution software
• Operational triage, problem identification, handling requests/incidents queue
• Scripting, automating tasks, OS patching, migrations and security
• Monitoring, service management, system optimization
• Support Highly available and resilient system providing proactive Disaster Recovery
• Participate in on call rotation

Qualifications:

Requirements:

• 5+ years relevant experience
• Solid understanding of Linux-based operating systems (CentOS, Ubuntu)
• Ability to install, upgrade and patch operating systems
• Experience with Web servers (Apache, Tomcat, HTTP, SSL…)
• Experience with highly available web services in load balanced configurations

Strongly Recommended:

• Containers technologies (Docker, Kubernetes…)
• Experience with public cloud providers (Azure, AWS…)
• Configuration management, Infrastructure as code (Ansible, GIT, Terraform…)
• Experience with auto scale technologies (Kubernetes, Elastic Beanstalk…)
• Ability to write scripts in some administrative language (Python, Shell…)

Nice to Have:

• Ability to collaborate with developers and other technical experts in a fast-paced environment
• Academic training (Degree/Diploma in a relevant field) and ongoing education/learning, technical development
• One or more certifications relevant to Linux, cloud technologies, security
• Mentoring others, taking initiative, provides technical leadership
• Experience integrating Linux/Windows environments (CIFS, Samba, Kerberos, LDAP…)
• Experience with host security (credentials, file permissions, ACLs, use of security tools…)
• Demonstrated performance management and application/OS tuning
• Focused troubleshooting and problem-solving skills
• Demonstrated experience troubleshooting TCP/IP network connectivity problems and host-based firewalls
• Ability to create procedural and process documentation

The Career Opportunity: 

Engage in the process of transitioning from a monolithic software stack to an automated dev/ops environment.

The Team / The Business: 

You would be joining a tight knit team of Linux professionals dedicated to supporting one another, supporting the business, and growing technically.

Our Hiring Manager says:

I am looking for a Senior Linux team member who is passionate about automation, friendly and outgoing, and able to thrive in a fast paced environment.  I am looking for someone able to confidently execute and demonstrate poise and agility overcoming obstacles. 

J.D. Power is a global leader in consumer insights, data, analytics, and advisory services that helps clients drive growth and profitability. The company’s industry benchmarks and reputation for independence and integrity have established it as one of the world’s most well-known and trusted brands.

Truth that Transforms: At J.D. Power, we amplify the voice of the consumer, and help brands improve the value of their products and services. Our capabilities empower everyone in the global commerce ecosystem, enabling better purchase decisions – and better business results. We understand that the customer experience is vital and that simply measuring it is not enough. Our analysts focus on driving results that improve customer loyalty and advocacy. Our success is driven by how much we help companies improve the customer experience. But data is only as powerful as the analysis and insights tied to it—and we put that power in the hands of our clients through our interactive reporting platforms. The data, analytics, insights, best practices, and action plans clients need are available whenever and wherever they need them, to help them make data-driven decisions that will improve their customer experience and drive positive financial results.

J.D. Power’s recruitment efforts are aligned with the company's commitment to provide opportunities rooted in diversity, inclusion, and equality.

Our Vision: To be the leader in providing advanced data solutions that empower industry transformation.

Our Mission: We unite industry leading data and insights with world-class technology to solve our clients’ toughest challenges.

Our Values: We are Truth Finders, Change Makers and Team Driven.

We are dedicated to leveraging comprehensive and equitable practices which contribute to the overall success of the company and its employees. We invite you to learn more about our DE&I efforts.

J.D. Power is an equal opportunity employer and compliant with AODA/ADA legislation.  If you require accommodations during the recruitment and selection process, please specify.

To all recruitment agencies: J.D. Power does not accept unsolicited agency resumes and we are not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes.

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