Linux System Administrator (Networking & Storage)

Job description
Base Location: Bangalore
Experience: 8+ years
Industry: Semiconductor / Fabless
Job Type: Contract
Mode of Work – Remote

About the Role:

We are seeking a skilled and experienced Linux System Administrator with a solid background in networking and storage to join our dynamic IT Infrastructure team in the semiconductor industry. The role requires hands-on expertise in managing complex Linux environments, optimising system performance, and ensuring infrastructure security and stability.

Key Responsibilities:

• • Install, configure, and maintain Linux servers (RHEL, CentOS, Ubuntu) in production environments.
  • Manage and support storage systems (NFS, CIFS, iSCSI, SAN, NAS) tailored for EDA tools and semiconductor workloads.
  • Collaborate with engineering teams for storage provisioning, performance optimization, and capacity planning.
  • Administer IP networks, DNS, DHCP, VLANs, VPNS, and routing for both on-premises and hybrid cloud environments.
  • Troubleshoot and resolve hardware, software, and network issues across infrastructure layers.
  • Automate system tasks using Bash, Perl, or Python.
  • Perform performance tuning, log analysis, and environment testing.
  • Ensure high availability, security, and compliance through proper patching, user access control, and vulnerability management.

Required Skills & Qualifications:

• • Bachelor’s degree in computer science, IT, or related field.
  • 8+ years of Linux system administration experience.
  • Expertise in RHEL, CentOS, Ubuntu, or SUSE distributions.
  • Strong knowledge of NetApp, EMC, LVM, ZFS, or equivalent storage technologies.
  • Advanced understanding of IP networking, firewalls, routing protocols, and VLAN configuration.
  • Scripting experience with Bash, Python, or Perl.
  • Hands-on experience with Kubernetes, Docker, and container orchestration.
  • Familiarity with managing cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP) and hybrid environments.
  • Experience supporting databases (Mysql, Postgresql, MongoDB, Oracle) in Linux-based systems.
  • Experience in data centres or high-performance computing environments, especially for EDA tools.
  • Proficient in Linux security hardening, SELinux, and compliance practices.

Strong problem-solving.