Junior Linux Systems Engineer

Samsung SDS America (SDSA) supports Samsung’s global technology ecosystem by delivering secure, high‑performance IT infrastructure and enterprise solutions across cloud, mobility, analytics, and advanced manufacturing environments.

Samsung’s Taylor, Texas semiconductor fabrication facility represents one of the largest and most advanced manufacturing investments in the United States, backed by an initial $17 billion commitment to build a cutting‑edge chip production hub. The site is designed to become a cornerstone of Samsung’s U.S. semiconductor strategy. As part of a long‑term vision to expand U.S. chip production capacity, the Taylor facility positions top engineering talent at the center of a rapidly growing technology cluster with global impact.

Position Summary:

Samsung SDSA is seeking an associate level Linux Systems Engineer to design, deploy, and maintain high‑availability Linux‑based servers and appliances across our enterprise environment. The ideal candidate will drive upgrades, implement disaster‑recovery solutions, and continually refine operational processes while providing hands‑on support on a 24 × 7 × 365 basis.

Responsibilities:

• Platform Management – Administer and optimize UNIX and Enterprise‑Fedora Linux platforms (Red Hat, CentOS, Oracle Linux, Rocky, etc.).
• Patch & Upgrade Lifecycle – Plan, test, and apply OS patches, upgrades, migrations, and virtualization initiatives.
• Server Operations – Monitor, configure, troubleshoot, and enhance physical and virtual UNIX/Linux servers.
• Environment Support – Assist with Production, Development, QA, Test, and Disaster‑Recovery system installs and configurations.
• Performance Monitoring – Operate monitoring tools to detect performance issues, respond to alerts, and manage change requests.
• Asset Management – Track hardware and software assets; maintain accurate inventory records.
• On‑Call Duty – Provide 24 × 7 × 365 support for all assigned UNIX/Linux servers, both physical and virtual.

Requirements

• 2+ years of hands‑on experience administering Linux systems (or equivalent professional role).
• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field or equivalent professional experience.
• Hands‑on work with bare‑metal servers; familiarity with Dell PowerEdge and Oracle x86 hardware.
• Proven experience operating in a 24 × 7 data‑center environment.
• Advanced troubleshooting including analysis of Linux system logs, diagnosing performance or reliability issues, and driving root‑cause resolution.
• Deep knowledge of Red Hat, Oracle Linux, CentOS, Rocky, and related ecosystems.
• Strong Bash scripting skills for automation and troubleshooting.
• Ability to diagnose issues via Linux log analysis and system metrics.
• Experience configuring storage at the OS level on Linux platforms.
• Demonstrated success deploying Linux open‑source applications in production.
• Thrives in high‑availability, fast‑paced environments and responds effectively to urgent or after‑hours support needs.
• Must be eligible to work in the US for any employer without restrictions.
• Must be willing and able to work full time onsite in Taylor, TX

Preferred Qualifications

• UNIX Background – Experience as a UNIX Engineer or with other UNIX flavors.
• Clustering Expertise – Hands‑on work with Red Hat clustering (Pacemaker/Corosync) or comparable UNIX/Linux clustering technologies.
• Oracle Exadata – Exposure to Oracle Exadata appliance management.
• Education & Certifications – College degree in Computer Science/Engineering  or equivalent professional certifications (e.g., RHCE, RHCA, Linux+).

Benefits

Samsung SDSA offers a competitive salary, and a comprehensive suite of programs to support our employees:

• Top-notch medical, dental, vision and prescription coverage
• Wellness program
• Parental leave
• 401K match and savings plan
• Flexible spending accounts
• Life insurance
• Paid Holidays
• Paid Time off
• Additional benefits

Samsung SDS America, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, marital status, genetic information, medical condition, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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