Linux Support Administrator/Engineer

Linux Support Administrator/Engineer

Our client, a prestigious Federal contractor, is seeking a Mid-Level Linux Support Administrator/Engineer to support the design, development, configuration, and maintenance of Linux-based embedded platforms supporting mission-critical environments. This is a highly hands-on role focused on building, configuring, and troubleshooting Linux systems that support software engineering and operational teams.

This opportunity is ideal for an engineer who has moved beyond entry-level support responsibilities and is ready to take ownership of subsystems, solve complex technical challenges, and contribute to system-level design and support activities. The selected candidate will assume much of the day-to-day Linux support work currently handled by the manager, allowing leadership to focus on strategic initiatives.
This role also offers a strong growth path into a future leadership position.

Key Responsibilities
- Build, configure, and support Linux-based systems using Red Hat and Ubuntu environments, with a primary focus on Red Hat.
- Assemble hardware and software components into fully operational development systems.
- Install operating systems, load ISOs, configure environments, and bring systems to a production-ready state for software developers.
- Configure networking components and resolve connectivity, performance, and system integration issues.
- Troubleshoot hardware/software integration problems across embedded and Linux platforms.
- Document system configurations, troubleshooting procedures, and support processes.
- Provide diagnostics, root cause analysis, and operational support for field and lab environments.
- Work collaboratively with cross-functional engineering teams while also operating independently when needed.

Required Skills

- U.S. Citizenship required due to government contract requirements.
- Ability to obtain and maintain a DHS Public Trust clearance.
- Bachelor-s degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or related field (or equivalent experience).
- 3-5 years of professional experience supporting Linux or embedded Linux environments.
- Hands-on experience bringing up Linux systems, preferably Red Hat-based environments.
- Experience with Linux administration, system configuration, diagnostics, and troubleshooting.
- Familiarity with Ubuntu Linux environments.
- Experience configuring networking and resolving connectivity issues.
- Strong troubleshooting skills with the ability to work through complex technical issues independently.
- Naturally curious mindset with a willingness to ask questions, learn new technologies, and take initiative.
- Experience with scripting languages such as Python or Bash is a plus
- Understanding of hardware interfaces and embedded system environments is a plus.

Preferred Qualifications
- Experience supporting embedded systems or hardware/software integration environments.
- Familiarity with real-time operating systems (RTOS).
- Experience with hardware bring-up and board-level debugging.
- Knowledge of secure or safety-critical systems.
- Previous experience supporting development environments for software engineering teams.

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