Embedded Linux Support Engineer II

Description

SAIC 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. This role is 100% on-site at SAIC's Sterling, VA office.

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.

Qualifications

Required Qualifications:

• U.S. Citizenship with the 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.

REQNUMBER: 2613156

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