Infra - Linux Service Engineer

POSITION SUMMARY
Zoetis, Inc. is the world's largest producer of medicine and vaccinations for pets and livestock.  The Zoetis Tech & Digital (ZTD) Global ERP organization is a key building block of ZTD comprising of enterprise applications and systems platforms.

Join us at Zoetis India Capability Center (ZICC) in Hyderabad, where innovation meets excellence. As part of the world's leading animal healthcare company, ZICC is at the forefront of driving transformative advancements and applying technology to solve the most complex problems. Our mission is to ensure sustainable growth and maintain a competitive edge for Zoetis globally by leveraging the exceptional talent in India.

At ZICC, you'll be part of a dynamic team that partners with colleagues worldwide, embodying the true spirit of One Zoetis. Together, we ensure seamless integration and collaboration, fostering an environment where your contributions can make a real impact. Be a part of our journey to pioneer innovation and drive the future of animal healthcare.

We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated Linux Engineer to join our Global Infrastructure team. As a Linux Engineer, you will play a critical role in designing, implementing, maintaining, and optimizing Linux-based systems and solutions across a global enterprise. This position requires deep technical expertise, a proactive approach to problem-solving, and the ability to collaborate effectively across diverse teams and geographies.

POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES Percent of Time
Linux Infrastructure design & services:

• Design and optimize Linux-based solutions to meet business requirements

• Collaborate with architecture teams to ensure scalability, reliability, and performance of Linux infrastructure systems.

• Engineer system upgrades, patch management, and security hardening to ensure compliance with organizational & security policies.

• Engineer and maintain management tool platform integration around JITA and PAM

• Create documentation to support the Linux service

25% Automation and Scripting:

• Develop and maintain scripts using Bash, Python, or other languages to automate repetitive tasks and improve the operational efficiency of our Linux platform.

• Implement Infrastructure-as-Code (IaC) practices using tools like Ansible, Terraform, or similar. 30%
Monitoring and Performance Tuning of Linux Service:

• Ensure system performance metrics, troubleshoot escalated issues from operations, and optimize configurations for maximum efficiency.

• Create proactive monitoring solutions to ensure system availability and reliability. 25%
Security and Compliance:

• Ensure Linux systems adhere to security best practices and compliance standards (e.g., ISO, SOC, GDPR).

• Work closely with cybersecurity teams to identify vulnerabilities and design mitigations.

• Oversee MSP monthly patching remediation 20%

ORGANIZATIONAL RELATIONSHIPS

• Application Teams

• Global Infrastructure teams

• Security & Compliance

• Cloud & Datacenter Teams

• Operational MSP Teams

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
Education:
Bachelor's degree in computer science, Information Technology, or related field (or equivalent experience)
 
Experience:

• 5+ years of experience in Linux system administration and engineering.

• Proven experience working in large-scale, global infrastructure environments.

TECHNICAL SKILLS REQUIREMENTS.
• Expertise in Linux distributions such as Red Hat or Ubuntu.

• Proficiency in scripting languages (e.g., Bash, Python) and automation tools (e.g., Ansible, Terraform).

• Strong understanding of networking concepts, virtualization, and cloud platforms (e.g., VMWare, KVM, Azure, AWS).

• Familiarity with containerization technologies like Docker and Kubernetes.

PHYSICAL POSITION REQUIREMENTS
This role requires working in a global environment, occasionally outside regular business hours to support infrastructure deployments or critical issues. 0-5% Travel may be required.  Hybrid Work - Tuesday to Thursday in office