Unix/Linux Administrator Senior (Shell)

This position is a hybrid position to work from Mexico for US clients. You will be working as a consultant directly with US Clients. Monday and Fridays are remote from home; Tuesday, Wednesday, & and Thursday are on-site at client location in Guadalajara, Mexico.

We offer:

100% payroll salary (Nónima)

Health Insurance and Law Benefits Covered

Opportunity to work for US Fortune 500 clients

Remote work on Mondays and Fridays

Free coffee and drinks in when on-site

Client : Verizon

Our office is located in Av. Naciones Unidas 5573 Vallarta Universidad Zapopan, Guadajalara, Jal. CP 45110

Title: Senior Unix Systems Administrator – Scripting Specialist

We are seeking a highly skilled Senior Unix Systems Administrator with a strong focus on scripting. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience managing Unix systems and automating processes using PowerBash, Shell, and other scripting languages.

Key Responsibilities:

System Administration:

• Manage and maintain Unix/Linux servers, including installation, configuration, and upgrades.
• Monitor system performance and optimize resource usage.
• Ensure system reliability, availability, and security.

Scripting & Automation:

• Develop and maintain scripts (using Bash, Shell, Python etc.) to automate routine tasks and processes.
• Implement configuration management tools (e.g., Ansible, Puppet) for automated deployment.

Troubleshooting & Support:

• Diagnose and resolve system issues, providing timely support to users and other IT staff.
• Perform regular backups and disaster recovery procedures.

Documentation & Reporting:

• Maintain documentation for system configurations, processes, and procedures.
• Prepare reports on system performance, uptime, and incidents.

Collaboration:

• Work closely with development and operations teams to support applications and services.
• Participate in on-call rotation and provide after-hours support as needed.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field.
• 5+ years of experience as a Unix/Linux Administrator or similar role.
• Strong knowledge of Unix/Linux operating systems (e.g., Solaris, Red Hat).
• Proficient in scripting languages (Bash, Shell, Python,) for automation tasks.
• Experience with monitoring tools (e.g., newrelic and catchpoint) and performance tuning.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
• Strong communication and teamwork abilities.
• Experience with Monitoring tools like New Relic or Catchpoint