Senior Linux System Engineer
osapiens
Mannheim, Germany
4 days ago
Role details
Contract type
Permanent contract Employment type
Full-time (> 32 hours) Working hours
Regular working hours Languages
English Experience level
SeniorJob location
Mannheim, Germany
Tech stack
Bash
Ubuntu (Operating System)
Cloud Computing
Configuration Management
Databases
Shard (Database Architecture)
Linux
DevOps
Distributed Data Store
Distributed Systems
Elasticsearch
Linux Servers
NoSQL
Open Source Technology
Performance Tuning
Ansible
Prometheus
DataOps
SQL Databases
Transport Layer Security
Load Balancing
System Availability
Grafana
Database Performance
Firewalls (Computer Science)
Data Layers
Cassandra
Performance Monitor
Job description
- Manage Infrastructure & Databases: Manage and optimize Linux servers in public cloud environments while operating and improving distributed database systems (e.g., ScyllaDB, Cassandra, Elasticsearch/OpenSearch). Ensure high availability, reliability, and performance across both compute and data layers.
- Proactive Monitoring & Performance Optimization: Continuously monitor system and database performance, identify bottlenecks, and implement tuning measures across distributed data clusters and Linux environments.
- Troubleshoot Distributed Systems: Diagnose and resolve complex issues within distributed databases, Linux servers, and cloud infrastructure-ensuring stable, scalable, and resilient operations.
- Automate with IaC: Increase efficiency through Infrastructure-as-Code (IaC) using tools like Ansible, automating database operations, cluster provisioning, and configuration management.
- Collaborate Across Teams: Work closely with cross-functional teams to optimize, scale, and evolve infrastructure and database systems for internal services and customer-facing platforms.
- Guide & Support: Provide expert guidance to colleagues and customers on database best practices, system performance, and scalable architecture patterns-ensuring smooth cloud and data operations internationally., * A purpose-driven mission tackling complex sustainability challenges while working alongside global industry pioneers at a fast-growing unicorn company
- Room for creativity through collaborative teamwork and an open communication culture
- Flexibility and team bonding with our hybrid work options
- Fuel for your growth journey, both personally and professionally
- Sustainable mobility options, promoting eco-friendly commuting solutions
- Fun team events and outings with our global teams
- Inspiring workspaces in Mannheim and beyond
Requirements
Do you have experience in Ubuntu?, * Passion for Linux, Automation & Databases: You're enthusiastic about Linux, open-source technologies, distributed databases, and automation-driven infrastructure.
- Strong Linux & DB Expertise: Extensive experience managing Linux (Ubuntu) systems as well as operating SQL/NoSQL databases in distributed environments. Experience with ScyllaDB, Cassandra, and/or Elasticsearch/OpenSearch is highly desirable.
- Monitoring & Optimization Skills: Hands-on experience with monitoring and performance tooling such as Grafana, Prometheus, and Bash scripting. Ability to analyze database and system metrics to drive improvements.
- Distributed Systems Know-How: Understanding of replication, sharding, consistency levels, failover strategies, and capacity planning for distributed data platforms.
- Networking & Security Proficiency: Solid understanding of networking and security principles (firewalls, load balancing, TLS, performance tuning).
- DevOps Knowledge: Familiarity with the DevOps lifecycle and IaC tools (Ansible, puppet, chef, etc.) is a plus-especially for automating database & deployment lifecycle tasks.
About the company
At osapiens, more than 550 talented minds unite around one mission: enabling sustainable growth for businesses worldwide. Founded in 2018 and headquartered in Mannheim, Germany, we have built the AI-driven osapiens HUB - a multi-tenant platform hosting 26 enterprise-grade solutions designed for cross-company collaboration, automation, and compliance. With offices across Europe and the US, we are shaping the future of scalable and secure business technology.
Your Team
Our System Administration & Operations Team (Hybrid in Mannheim - 3 days/week on-site) keeps the osapiens technology platform running smoothly, securely, and at scale. They manage and optimize Linux servers, ensure stability, automate operational workflows, design high-availability architectures, and push performance monitoring and troubleshooting to the next level., Founded in 2018 and headquartered in Mannheim, Germany, osapiens works with around 2,000 companies in over 50 countries across industries such as consumer goods, automotive, fashion, pharmaceuticals, and medical products. The company is backed by Goldman Sachs and Decarbonization Partners, reinforcing its commitment to responsible, sustainable growth.
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