Linux Engineer

Linux Engineer

We are seeking a Linux Engineer for a strategic platform engineering role focused on enterprise Red Hat Enterprise Linux (RHEL) environments. This position involves the design, implementation, and operation of shared cloud and on-premise platforms to enable engineering teams to deliver software safely and reliably. The role emphasizes platform evolution and ownership within a hybrid infrastructure, with minimal day-to-day incident support.

Location: Wayne, Pennsylvania, Charlotte, NC & Plano, TX (Hybrid)

Employment Type: 6-month Contract-to-Perm

Key Responsibilities

• Take ownership of the enterprise Linux platform, including RHEL 7, 8, and 9 environments.
• Design, build, and evolve enterprise Linux platforms to meet business needs.
• Manage the platform lifecycle, including vulnerability remediation and risk mitigation.
• Contribute to the platform roadmap and overall engineering strategy.
• Deploy, configure, and support Linux server environments and core services.
• Develop technical standards and evaluate new technologies.
• Collaborate with senior engineers, architects, and cross-functional teams, including networking and security.

Required Qualifications

Education: An undergraduate degree in a related field or an equivalent combination of training and experience is required.

Experience: A minimum of five years of related work experience is required, including specific experience supporting Linux server and virtualization platforms.

Technical Skills:

• Strong engineering experience with Red Hat Enterprise Linux (RHEL 7/8/9).
• Experience with automation tools such as Puppet, Ansible and/or Github.
• Proficiency with AWS infrastructure, particularly EC2-based environments.
• A working knowledge of Infrastructure as Code (IaC) principles and tools like Terraform.
• Familiarity with industry security principles and practices.
• Strong troubleshooting and operational support skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience handling enterprise security findings and compliance requirements.
• Exposure to large-scale enterprise governance environments.

Work Environment

This is a hybrid role requiring on-site presence three days per week (Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday). The position operates within a tiered support model, where this role focuses on engineering and platform ownership, while a separate tier handles incident support. The environment is automation-heavy and involves high interaction with security and risk teams.

Compensation & Benefits

This is a 6-month contract-to-hire opportunity. The salary range upon conversion is from $90,000 to $180,000, dependent on experience and level. The compensation package includes a yearly performance bonus, a partner bonus, and a 401(k) plan with a company contribution.

This employer is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.