Linux Systems Administrator

About the role

Vultr is seeking a Linux Systems Administrator to design, administer, and optimize Linux-based infrastructure supporting our global customer base and data center operations.

Responsibilities

• Design, configure, and implement Linux system upgrades, enhancements, and infrastructure changes to support scalability and reliability
• Administer and maintain Linux servers and services, applying systems analysis to diagnose and resolve complex performance, stability, or security issues
• Serve as a technical escalation point for Linux-related issues, analyzing root cause and determining appropriate remediation strategies
• Partner with engineering and operations teams to design and support new data center deployments, including system configuration and application readiness
• Perform application and system migrations, evaluating dependencies, risks, and optimal execution approaches
• Monitor system performance and security posture, identifying risks and implementing corrective actions to maintain compliance with security standards
• Develop and maintain automation, scripts, and tooling to improve operational efficiency and reduce manual effort
• Produce and maintain technical documentation, system diagrams, and operational standards to support consistent administration and future scaling
• Collaborate cross-functionally to align systems administration efforts with platform reliability, scalability, and business objectives

Qualifications

• Strong proficiency administering Linux systems (CentOS, Debian, Ubuntu)
• Experience applying systems-level troubleshooting and analysis to resolve non-routine technical issues
• Familiarity with scripting languages such as Bash, Python, or similar
• Experience with virtualization, networking, or software development is a plus
• Hands-on experience configuring and supporting: Web servers, Databases and caching solutions, Firewalls
• Demonstrated understanding of: Common Linux utilities and system tooling, Server and application architecture, including security hardening, Distributed storage solutions (e.g., Ceph), Virtualization technologies, Load balancing concepts, Core networking concepts
• Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to collaborate across teams

Compensation

$60,000 - $75,000 Final compensation will vary depending on years of experience, background/skill set, location, and applicable laws.

Benefits

• 11 Holidays + Paid Time Off Accrual + Rollover Plan
• Increase PTO at 3 year and 10 year anniversary + 1 month paid sabbatical every 5 years + Anniversary Bonus each year
• $500 stipend for remote office setup in first year + $400 each following year
• Internet reimbursement up to $75 per month
• Company paid Wellable subscription