Principal Linux Engineer

Email: [email protected] ID: JPC 6922Title: Principal Linux EngineerRequired exp: 8+ yearsLocation: RemoteRate: $55/hr on C2CClient: KForce1. Enterprise LinuxExperience: 7-10 years managing 50 Linux servers in production (Red Hat, Ubuntu, or similar), preferably in enterprise environments2. Hands-On Execution: Proven track record of executing infrastructure improvements, not just designing them3. Automation Proficiency: Deep experience with Terraform, Ansible, and custom scripting (Bash required; Python is a plus)4.Cloud Exposure: Required experience managing Linux in cloud environments. Azure preferred, AWS considered5. Security and Patching: Strong understanding of Linux system hardening, vulnerability remediation, and patch management tools6. Self-Starter Mentality: Must be able to work independently, identify gaps, take initiative, and drive improvements with minimal supervision7. Collaboration Skills: Comfortable mentoring junior staff and working across teams to align with broader infrastructure goals Preferred:8.Experience building knowledge base articles and internal documentation9. Familiarity with Oracle on Linux, clustered environments, and integration with Exadata in cloud or hybrid setups10. Knowledge of Active Directory integration for Linux systems11. Vision for long-term Linux infrastructure improvement, though initial focus is entirely on hands-on execution If you re a self-starter with deep Linux expertise, strong automation skills, and a passion for hands-on execution, this is an opportunity to bring meaningful change to a dynamic infrastructure team and build something sustainable from the ground up.Job Type: ContractPay: $50.00 - $55.00 per hourWork Location:Remote Apply tot his job