Infrastructure Engineer- Linux + Python
Linux Systems Engineer to support the engineering, hardening, automation, and distribution of machine images within a large-scale AWS environment. This is primarily a systems engineering role requiring strong operating system knowledge combined with cloud and automation skills.
Responsibilities:
- Engineer and harden Linux/Red Hat machine images.
- Automate image builds, patching, releases, and distribution in AWS.Troubleshoot complex Unix/Linux, OS, security, and configuration issues.
- Maintain and enhance an existing Python automation codebase.
- Use Ansible and shell scripting for configuration and automation.
- Work with EC2, AMIs, Lambda, Step Functions, Cloud
- Formation, and AWS APIs.
- Independently investigate problems and own solutions through implementation and support.
Key Requirements:
- Strong Unix/Linux systems engineering, ideally Red HatAWS infrastructure experience
- Python scripting/automation
- Ansible and shell scriptingEC2 / AMI experienceOS hardening, security, patching, and troubleshooting
- Strong automation and independent problem-solving skills
Nice to Have:
- Windows or macOS engineering
- PowerShellTerraformAzure or GCP experience
- Ideal ProfileA Unix/Linux Systems Engineer who has evolved into cloud and automation engineering. This is not a full-stack development role. The strongest candidates will combine deep OS knowledge with AWS, Python, automation, and strong troubleshooting skills.
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Unix/Linux Systems Engineer Industry: FinTech Pay: $55-65/hr Location: Jersey City, NJ About Korn Ferry Korn Ferry unleashes potential in people, teams, and organizations. We work with our clients to design optimal organization structures, roles, and responsibilities. We help them hire the right people and advise them on how to reward and motivate their workforce while developing professionals as they navigate and advance their careers. To learn more, please visit Korn Ferry at www.Kornferry.com