Description
For a client in Antwerp we are looking for a senior system engineer.Responsibilities:
• Release Management
o Creation of new operating system images which are integrated with management tools like backup, monitoring, scheduling, etc.
o Creation of new patch release bundles
o Manage software depots for vendor and J&J tools
o Creation of new versions of vendor tools
• Provide Level 3 On-call support for UNIX/Linux technology within a team on a rotating calendar basis
• Manage escalations within the own technology area
• Assist operations in fulfillment of complex requests.
• Document procedures in guidelines, work-instructions, checklists.
• Perform health checks of existing systems
• Provide details plans for complex deployments
• Review implementation plans
• Design and Build Linux/Unix related services based on requirements
• Deploy and support Linux/Unix services.
• Assist operations in complex troubleshooting
• Set up proof of concepts for new designs
• Support regular Disaster Recovery Rehearsals
• Provide on-site (?) support during critical maintenance activities
• Develop new procedures and automate procedures to manage the Linux ecosystem
• Perform Knowledge Transition to other teams using documentation like Knowledge Articles and online or classroom based training sessions
• Follow existing ITIL procedures to manage Changes, Incidents and Problems.
Technical skills:
• Expert knowledge on Linux operating systems (RedHat and SuSe)
• Advanced knowledge on Unix operating systems (HP-UX (preferred), Solaris)
• Proficient in linux/unix based utilities
• Proficient with shell-scripting
• Practical experience in working with SAN, NAS and CIFS based storage systems
• Knowledgeable on virtualization and hypervisor technologies
• Expert knowledge on unix/linux security
• Advanced Knowledge on network security
• Familiar with Clustering techniques (ServiceGuard, Heartbeat)
• Familiar with Disaster Recovery tools (REAR for Linux, Ignite for HP-UX)
• Exceptional Troubleshooting and analytical skills
• Since we're working in an international context, communication skills are very important.
• Being stress resistant is important for supporting our Business Critical Applications.
• Good Documentation skills
• Focus on proactive support and eager to actively engage in continuous system improvement initiatives
• Able to work in Agile development environment
• Project management skills are appreciated
• Knowledgeable of Storage Replication methodologies
• Familiar with OS tools for performance monitoring and tuning
• Understand network topologies
• Working in global team
Personal skills:
- Some flexibility in working hours is required
- Must be able to work on multiple simultaneous tasks with limited supervision;
- Quick learner, motivated self-starter;
- Excellent customer service, interpersonal, communication and team collaboration skills;
- Able to follow change management for internal guidelines.
Language proficiencies: -English and Dutch spoken and written;