Linux Systems Engineer – Cloud

Who We Are

At Kyndryl, we design, build, manage and modernize the mission-critical technology systems that the world depends on every day. So why work at Kyndryl? We are always moving forward – always pushing ourselves to go further in our efforts to build a more equitable, inclusive world for our employees, our customers and our communities.

The Role

Infrastructure Specialists at Kyndryl are project-based subject matter experts in all things infrastructure – good at providing analysis, documenting and diagraming work for hand-off, offering timely solutions, and generally "figuring it out." This is a hands-on role where your feel for the interaction between a system and its environment will be invaluable to every one of your clients.

Key Responsibilities: 

•  Lead OS patching activities for LINUX systems. 

• Analyse and assess patch requirements and their impact on infrastructure and applications. 

• Create and maintain detailed work plans and procedures based on existing design documents, past procedures, and templates. 

• Collaborate closely with internal and external teams to ensure successful implementation of changes. 

• Review customer-requested changes, provide feedback, and implement them in a timely manner. 

• Execute patching and maintenance tasks, ensuring minimal disruption to system operations. 

• Linux (RHEL) server construction using Ansible. 

• Develop, manage, and maintain automation scripts and playbooks using Ansible and Ansible Tower. 

• Integrate the Ansible Tower with service management tools (e.g., ServiceNow, Jira) to enhance IT workflows and streamline event automation processes. 

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to gather requirements and implement automation solutions. 

• Use Git for version control and collaboration on Ansible playbooks and scripts. 

• Write and maintain Python scripts to support automation tasks and integration with other tools. 

•  Develop and maintain shell scripts for various automation tasks. 

•  Troubleshoot and resolve issues related to Ansible Tower, playbooks, and integrations. 

•  Monitor and maintain Ansible Tower infrastructure, ensuring high availability and performance. 

•  Document automation processes, configurations, and standard operating procedures. 

Your future at Kyndryl
There are lots of opportunities to gain certification and qualifications on the job, and you'll continuously grow as a Cloud Hyperscaler. Many of our Infrastructure Specialists are on a path toward becoming either an Architect or Distinguished Engineer, and there are opportunities at every skill level to grow in either of these directions.

Who You Are

You're good at what you do and possess the required experience to prove it. However, equally as important – you have a growth mindset; keen to drive your own personal and professional development. You are customer-focused – someone who prioritizes customer success in their work. And finally, you're open and borderless – naturally inclusive in how you work with others.

Required Technical and Professional Experience

• 5+ years of proven experience with Ansible and Ansible Tower in an enterprise environment. 

• Strong proficiency in writing Ansible playbooks and roles. 

• Experience with integrating Ansible Tower with other tools, e.g. service management tools. 

• Proficient in using Git for version control and collaboration. 

• Strong Python scripting skills for automation and integration tasks. 

• Experience in handling Linux infrastructure troubleshooting,  

• Solid shell scripting skills for automation tasks. 

• Familiarity with event automation concepts and tools. 

• Solid understanding of infrastructure as code (IAC) principles. 

• Excellent troubleshooting and problem-solving skills. 

• Strong communication and collaboration skills. 

• Ability to work independently and as part of a team. 

• Strong hands-on experience with LINUX systems administration, patching, and troubleshooting. 

• Someone who has experience creating OpenShift on-premise (without an internet connection) 

• Create and test (check execution results) a playbook for building a RHEL server based on the base document. 

Preferred Technical and Professional Experience

•        Experience with other automation tools and frameworks. 

•       PowersShell, YAML , GIT, Python 

•       Knowledge of CI/CD pipelines and related tools (e.g., Jenkins, GitLab CI). 

•        Relevant certifications (e.g., Red Hat Certified Specialist in Ansible Automation). 

•        Prior experience in managing LINUX systems in a similar role. 

•        Experience in a high-security work environment. 

Being You

Diversity is a whole lot more than what we look like or where we come from, it's how we think and who we are. We welcome people of all cultures, backgrounds, and experiences. But we're not doing it single-handily: Our Kyndryl Inclusion Networks are only one of many ways we create a workplace where all Kyndryls can find and provide support and advice. This dedication to welcoming everyone into our company means that Kyndryl gives you – and everyone next to you – the ability to bring your whole self to work, individually and collectively, and support the activation of our equitable culture. That's the Kyndryl Way.

What You Can Expect

With state-of-the-art resources and Fortune 100 clients, every day is an opportunity to innovate, build new capabilities, new relationships, new processes, and new value. Kyndryl cares about your well-being and prides itself on offering benefits that give you choice, reflect the diversity of our employees and support you and your family through the moments that matter – wherever you are in your life journey. Our employee learning programs give you access to the best learning in the industry to receive certifications, including Microsoft, Google, Amazon, Skillsoft, and many more. Through our company-wide volunteering and giving platform, you can donate, start fundraisers, volunteer, and search over 2 million non-profit organizations.  At Kyndryl, we invest heavily in you, we want you to succeed so that together, we will all succeed.

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