Senior System Administrator (SSA)
Job Description
We are looking for a highly skilled Senior System Administrator (SSA) with strong expertise in Linux, High Availability (HA), Virtualization, Database Replication, and Networking. You will own production infrastructure end to end — from KVM virtualization and HA clustering to database replication, iSCSI storage, and load balancing — keeping enterprise hosting platforms fast, resilient, and always on.
Key Responsibilities
- Manage and maintain Linux-based production environments
- Configure, monitor, and troubleshoot High Availability (HA) solutions
- Deploy and manage KVM virtualization environments
- Configure and maintain MySQL Database Replication
- Implement and manage file replication using Lsyncd and OCFS2
- Configure and support Pacemaker, Heartbeat, and HA clustering solutions
- Deploy and maintain Managed High Availability solutions for KVM, databases, and iSCSI storage
- Administer Load Balancers and ensure high service availability
- Manage VMware environments (Managed VMware - i1)
- Configure and troubleshoot Acronis Backup solutions
- Diagnose database replication, storage, and networking issues
- Perform root cause analysis and provide permanent solutions for production incidents
- Work closely with internal teams to deliver reliable and scalable infrastructure solutions
Requirements
- Linux Administration (RHEL, CentOS, Ubuntu)
- KVM Virtualization
- High Availability (HA) Clustering with Pacemaker and Heartbeat
- MySQL and Database Replication
- OCFS2 Cluster File System and Lsyncd File Replication
- Managed High Availability Infrastructure, Databases, and iSCSI
- Load Balancers
- VMware Administration
- Acronis Backup and Disaster Recovery
- Strong Networking Fundamentals (TCP/IP, DNS, Routing, Firewall, VLANs)
- Storage Administration
- Shell Scripting (Preferred)
Preferred Qualifications
- Excellent troubleshooting and analytical skills
- Experience working in enterprise hosting or managed service environments
- Strong communication and documentation skills
- Ability to work independently in a fast-paced production environment
- Customer-focused mindset with a proactive approach to problem-solving
Why Join Us?
Work on enterprise-grade infrastructure and high-availability platforms with exposure to modern virtualization and cloud technologies. You will collaborate with a highly experienced technical team in an innovation-driven environment, with continuous learning and clear career growth. You can also reach us directly at [email protected].
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