Linux/Unix Systems Engineer

Samsung
Taylor, United States of America
4 days ago

Role details

Contract type
Temporary to permanent
Employment type
Full-time (> 32 hours)
Working hours
Regular working hours
Languages
English
Experience level
Junior
Compensation
$ 89K

Job location

Taylor, United States of America

Tech stack

Server Applications
Systems Engineering
Bash
Unix
Server Message Block
Computer Programming
Linux
Perl
Information Technology Operations
Internet Small Computer System Interface (ISCSI)
Python
Korn Shell
Kernel-Based Virtual Machine
NetApp Applications
Open Source Technology
Red Hat Enterprise Linux - RHEL
Oracle Linux
VCloud
Virtual Machines
Scripting (Bash/Python/Go/Ruby)
Virtual Environment
Kubernetes
Hardware Infrastructure
Docker
VMware

Job description

The Linux Systems Engineer is responsible for the implementation, maintenance, and continuous improvement of Samsung SDSA's Linux-based datacenter and state of the art FAB production environment. Working closely with senior engineers and IT operations, this individual ensures that all systems are reliable, secure, and aligned with business needs, while supporting disaster-recovery readiness and high-availability standards., * Maintain Red Hat and Oracle Linux platforms - perform routine administration, health checks, and security hardening across all production servers.

  • Execute patching, upgrades, and migrations - apply OS updates, migrate workloads between hardware or virtual environments, and provide Tier-3 support for complex incidents.
  • Support virtualization infrastructure - create, configure, and manage virtual machines (KVM/VMware) to meet application capacity and performance requirements.
  • Monitor and maintain MIS, MOS, and NES systems - ensure continuous operation of application servers in the Austin and Taylor datacenters, responding to alerts and performing corrective actions.
  • Participate in disaster-recovery planning and testing - assist in designing DR procedures, conduct scheduled fail-over drills, and verify recovery time and point objectives.
  • Assist with new system design and implementation projects - contribute to project planning, hardware/software provisioning, and documentation for roll-outs in FAB/CUB environments.
  • Manage asset inventory and configuration records - keep accurate documentation of server hardware, software licenses, and configuration baselines in alignment with ITIL practices.
  • Provide on-call support - be ready to respond to critical incidents affecting FAB production lines and facility systems, ensuring minimal downtime.

Requirements

  • 4+ years of hands-on experience administering Linux systems in enterprise or manufacturing environments.
  • Bachelor's degree in a relevant field or equivalent professional experience; industry certifications (e.g., RHCSA/RHCE, Linux+, Red Hat Certified Engineer) are a plus.
  • Ability to design, implement, and maintain VMware-based solutions; experience with VMware Cloud Foundation (VCF) is highly desirable.
  • Strong working knowledge of NetApp and EMC storage platforms, including LUN creation, provisioning (iSCSI & Fibre Channel), disk-pool and staging management, and file-share services such as CIFS/SMB, NFS, FC, and NDMP.
  • Advanced troubleshooting including analysis of Linux system logs, diagnosing performance or reliability issues, and driving root-cause resolution.
  • Possesses excellent communication skills and ability to partner with technical and non-technical stakeholders.
  • Provides effective knowledge transfer to peers.
  • Maintains meticulous documentation habits and proactively shares insights that strengthen team capability.
  • 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, * Practical experience building, deploying, and managing containers with Docker and orchestrating workloads with Kubernetes.
  • Proficiency with Bash/KornShell scripting tools combined with programming in Perl and Python for automation, tooling, and process improvement.
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Benefits & conditions

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
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About the company

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., © 2026 Careerjet All rights reserved

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