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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Senior Systems Administrator - **Company:** Quanta Manufacturing Fremont - **Location:** Fremont, CA, United States - **Experience:** Expert - **Salary:** $110,000.0 - $150,000.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Microsoft Windows, Backup Devices, Bash Shell, Ubuntu (Operating System), Cloud Computing, Cyber Security, Information Systems, System Configuration, Cron, Software Debugging, Linux, File Systems, Domain Name System (DNS), Hard Disk Drives, Monitoring of Systems, Identity and Access Management, Python (Programming Language), Network Troubleshooting, Linux Distribution, Linux Servers, Windows Servers, Network Service, Open Source Technology, Ansible, Service Pack, Virtual Local Area Networks, Virtual Machines, Sysadmin, System Availability, Information Technology, Performance Monitor, Hardware Infrastructure, Docker, User Administration, Jenkins, User Accounts - **Published:** June 13, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=12bf969af53bb879 ## About the Role Do you have experience in Windows support?, Do you have a Bachelor's degree?, * Proven ability to manage large scale Linux and Windows servers systems * Strong understanding of server hardware architecture, system-level validation, and the product lifecycle * Experience coordinating across multi-functional teams such as engineering, manufacturing, quality, and customer-facing groups * Strong leadership, organizational, and communication skills in a dynamic environment, * Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Information Systems, Computer Science, or an equivalent discipline * 3+ years of hands-on Linux server systems administration experience * Certification such as Linux system admin, networking and/or cyber security strongly preferred Physical requirements: * Ability to walk and stand on cement floors for long periods * Ability to stand, stoop, bend and performing repetitive tasks * Must be able to lift to 30 pounds at a time * Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer Please note: Our company does not guarantee immigration sponsorship. We may offer immigration sponsorship for employees in select critical roles. Any sponsorship will be subject to internal review and approval based on employee performance, current immigration law and business needs., * Linux: 3 years (Required) Ability to Commute: * Fremont, CA 94538 (Required) ## Description The Systems administrator - level 2, coordinates cross-functional efforts to set up and manage the Linux and Windows systems in the production lines ensuring system security, high availability, and performance. This position works closely with Testing Engineers (TE), Debug Engineers (PE), Quality Engineers (QE), IT Engineers (ITE), IT department, Electrical Engineers (EE), Software Engineers (SW), Engineering Product Managers (EPM), Manufacturing Program Managers (MPMs), and customers to manage Pre-executable Environment (PXE) servers and infrastructure for various projects at Quanta Manufacturing Fremont (QMF), and mitigate risks, and deliver initial setup on time and monitor the health of the infrastructure and take proper actions to resolve incidents or issues. This position is part of the Engineering Services team, which works across departments to support the engineering and operation teams with technical expertise in Linux and Windows system admin., Linux and Windows system administration: * Installing, configuring, and upgrading Linux distributions (e.g., Ubuntu) Boot image (virtual image and ISO image), iPXE, Disk drive formatting and cloning, filesystem partitioning, virtual filesystem * Security hardening: Implementing security protocols, managing firewall settings, and applying security patches to protect sensitive data * User management: Creating, updating, and managing user accounts, groups, and permissions. Hands-on with IAM. * Server storage and networking: Managing disk storage and configuring network services (NFS, DNS, SSH), VLAN and switch routing at lever2 and lever 3. * System monitoring: Using tools to monitor performance and uptime to guarantee system availability. * Software services installation and automation. Developing and maintaining scripts (Bash, Python) to automate routine tasks. CRON jobs, Ansible/Jenkins scripting. * Back-up & Recovery. Implementing backup solutions and creating disaster recovery plans. * Cloud - major public clouds and private open-source clouds solutions. Cluster technologies include lifecycle management of Virtual Machines (VM), Docker and Product Lines Support: * Install and set up physical servers as PXE servers. * Configure and set up OS, networking, disk filesystems and software and services on the PXE servers. * 24x7 monitoring PXE infrastructure and responding to incidents * Identifying and resolving hardware, software, and networking issues Cross-Functional Communication: * Serve as the central point of contact for all PXE lines * Collaborate with internal customers to align on requirements, schedules, and deliverables. ## Related Videos - [Docker network without Docker](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1418-docker-network-without-docker) - [The Quantum Computing Future](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1145-the-quantum-computing-future) - [Docker Compose: Rediscovered](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1978-docker-compose-rediscovered) - [From clicks to cribs - How to find your dream home with web scraping](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/767-from-clicks-to-cribs-how-to-find-your-dream-home-with-web-scraping) - [Docker exec without Docker](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1094-docker-exec-without-docker) - [Docker build without Docker](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/100114-docker-build-without-docker) ## Related Articles - [Top-Paying Tech Jobs (with Salaries)](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/372-top-paying-tech-jobs-with-salaries) - [The Best Job Search Websites of 2025](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/368-the-best-job-search-websites-of-2025) - [Fully Remote Software Engineer Jobs](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/447-fully-remote-software-engineer-jobs) - [Find a Developer Job: 12 Best Job Sites For Developers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/165-find-a-developer-job-12-best-job-sites-for-developers) - [System change: restart as developer?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/39-system-change-restart-as-developer) - [Highest Paying Tech Companies for Developers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/220-highest-paying-tech-companies-for-developers)