Infrastructure Team Lead || Linux Sys. Administration & DevOps
Horizons is seeking a highly skilled Infrastructure Team Lead with expertise in Linux System Administration and DevOps to join our international client, an innovative Austrian-based FinTech company specialising in Big Data and Pattern Recognition.
In this pivotal role, you will oversee infrastructure operations, champion automation initiatives, and lead a talented team of engineers. You’ll ensure system stability, security, and top-tier performance while collaborating with cross-functional teams to optimize infrastructure. Reporting directly to the CEO, you'll have a direct impact on the company’s tech strategy and success.
Contract & Location
- Permanent, Full-time
- Open to candidates based in Austria or Slovakia, ideally near Vienna or Bratislava
- If you are based in other country within European Union, company provides relocation package to Vienna or Bratislava
Key Responsabilities
- Team Leadership: Lead, mentor, and inspire a team of Linux System Administrators and DevOps engineers, fostering professional growth and high performance.
- Linux System Administration: Manage installation, configuration, and maintenance of Linux-based servers (Red Hat, Ubuntu, CentOS) to ensure system reliability and peak performance.
- Automation & DevOps: Champion DevOps best practices, utilizing tools like Ansible, Terraform, Jenkins, and Docker to automate tasks and enhance CI/CD pipelines.
- Infrastructure as Code (IaC): Implement scalable IaC practices for both on-premise and cloud infrastructures (AWS, Azure, GCP), driving efficiency and consistency.
- System Monitoring & Troubleshooting: Leverage tools like Prometheus, Grafana, and Nagios to monitor system health and swiftly address complex infrastructure challenges.
- Security & Compliance: Maintain robust system security through effective patch management, continuous monitoring, and regular vulnerability assessments.
- Cross-functional Collaboration: Partner with development teams to support smooth CI/CD pipelines and deployment strategies.
- Disaster Recovery & Backup: Design and implement comprehensive disaster recovery plans and backup strategies to safeguard critical infrastructure.
Qualifications & Experience
- Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field
- 3+ years of experience in Linux System Administration and DevOps, with 2+ years in a leadership role
- Strong expertise in Linux operating systems (Red Hat, Ubuntu, CentOS) and DevOps tools like Ansible, Terraform, Docker, Kubernetes
- Experience with system monitoring tools (Zabbix, Prometheus, Grafana)
- Proficiency in scripting languages (Python, Bash, or similar)
- Demonstrated leadership and project management skills
- Relevant certifications (RHCE, AWS Solutions Architect, CKA) are a plus
- German language skills are also a plus
Compensation & Benefits
- Salary: EUR 85,000 - 90,000 (gross, yearly)
- Full flexibility with the option to attend the office at your convenience
- Flexible working hours to support work-life balance
- Opportunity to thrive in a fast-paced, innovative environment
- Collaborate with international teams and stakeholders on cutting-edge projects
- Department
- Information Technology
- Locations
- Vienna, Bratislava
- Remote status
- Fully Remote
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Infrastructure Team Lead || Linux Sys. Administration & DevOps
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