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Sr Associate IS Engineer - Linux Operations

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JOB ID: R-216372 ADDITIONAL LOCATIONS: India - Hyderabad DATE POSTED: Jan. 07, 2026 CATEGORY: Information Systems

Role Description: This role supports the day-to-day operation and maintenance of server systems and infrastructure. The engineer will perform tasks such as system monitoring, security patching, automation, and troubleshooting under guidance from senior team members, contributing to uptime and compliance.

The ideal candidate will have a proven track record in Linux Server Operations and have a passion for fostering innovation and excellence in the biotechnology industry.  Additionally, collaboration with cross-functional and global teams is required to ensure seamless integration and operational excellence. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in Linux Servers service delivery and operations. This role demands the ability to drive and deliver against key organizational strategic initiatives, foster a collaborative environment, and deliver high-quality results in a matrixed organizational structure. Please note, this is an on-site role based in Hyderabad.

Roles & Responsibilities:

  • Administer, monitor, and support Linux based Servers
  • Maintain and monitor server security and compliance standards
  • Monitor server health and generate routine reports
  • Perform patching, updates and backups to ensure compliance
  • Support in incident resolution and troubleshooting
  • Document changes and follow standard operating procedures
  • Recommend process improvements and automation opportunities

Basic Qualifications and Experience:

  • Bachelor's degree with 2–4 years of experience OR
  • Master’s degree with 1–2 years of experience OR
  • Diploma with 5+ years of relevant experience

Functional Skills:


Must-Have Skills:

  • Experience with Linux server operations
  • Experience with virtualization (VMware, Nutanix)
  • Basic scripting knowledge (Shell scripts, Python, Ansible)
  • Familiarity with ITIL or incident management workflows
  • Change management expertise
  • Excellent troubleshooting and problem-solving skills


Good-to-Have Skills:

  • Exposure to cloud environments (AWS, Azure)
  • Interest in automation tools and infrastructure-as-code
  • Exposure to monitoring tools (Dynatrace)
  • Knowledge of configuration management tools (Red Hat Satellite Server, Ansible)

Professional Certifications:

  • Red Hat Certified System Administrator (RHCSA) (preferred)

Soft Skills:

  • Excellent troubleshooting and analytical abilities
  • Strong communication skills, both written and verbal
  • Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
  • Strong organizational and time management skills
  • Problem-solving and critical thinking capabilities
  • Team collaboration and knowledge sharing
  • Adaptability to changing priorities and technologies
  • Ability to follow procedures accurately
  • Willingness to learn and grow

Shift Information:
This position requires you to be onsite and participate in 24/5 and weekend on call in rotation fashion and may require you to work a later shift. Candidates must be willing and able to work off hours, as required based on business requirements.

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