Senior Lead UNIX/Linux Architect (Open)

Job description

Tasks

• Architecture and Design:
  • Develop and maintain a long-term architectural vision for the UNIX/Linux infrastructure and services
  • Creating detailed designs for UNIX/Linux systems and services
  • Ensure designs meet industry best practices, security standards and compliance requirements
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to align the UNIX/Linux architecture with the overall IT strategy
• Strategic planning:
  • Developing long-term roadmaps for the evolution of the UNIX/Linux infrastructure
  • Identifying emerging technologies and evaluating their potential impact on the company
  • Conduct quarterly skill/roadmap reviews to improve efficiency, scalability and cost savings
• Roadmap development:
  • Creating and maintaining a multi-year roadmap for the evolution of the UNIX/Linux infrastructure and services
  • Identify emerging technologies that have a potential impact on the company's infrastructure
  • Planning hardware refresh cycles, software upgrades and migration projects
  • Alignment with short-term goals and budget restrictions
• Standards and best practices:
  • Establish and enforce standards for UNIX/Linux system configuration, security and management
  • Develop and maintain best practices for system deployment, monitoring and maintenance
  • Creating and updating skill/roadmap documentation for all UNIX/Linux systems and processes
• Security and compliance:
  • Designing and implementing robust security measures for UNIX/Linux systems
  • Develop and maintain security policies and procedures
• Automation and DevOps:
  • Developing and maintaining comprehensive documentation for all UNIX/Linux systems and processes
  • Creating and updating architecture specifications, standards and operating procedures
  • Establishing a knowledge base for troubleshooting and best practices
  • Other automation initiatives to improve efficiency and reduce manual tasks
  • Implement Infrastructure as Code (IaC) practices
  • Integrating UNIX/Linux systems with CICD pipelines and DevOps tools
• Availability and resilience:
  • Designing and developing high-availability solutions for critical systems
  • Developing and maintaining disaster recovery plans and procedures
  • Carry out regular DR tests to ensure readiness
• Monitoring and support:
  • Develop comprehensive monitoring solutions for UNIX/Linux systems and services
  • Establish proactive processes to ensure system health and stability
  • Provide expert-level support for complex UNIX/Linux issues
• Vendor management:
  • Evaluate, install, configure and support UNIX/Linux hardware and software vendors
  • Managing manufacturer relationships
  • Stay informed about manufacturer roadmaps and upcoming product releases
• Team management and mentoring:
  • Provide technical leadership and mentoring for junior team members
  • Collaboration with other IT teams,