Systems Engineer - Linux
Pleasant Prairie, WI

Job Description

Systems Engineer - Linux

Corporate Headquarters

12575 Uline Drive, Pleasant Prairie, WI 53158

Uline is seeking a Systems Engineer - Linux to join our Technology team.

Position Responsibilities

* Design, plan and implement enterprise-wide Unix system solutions.
* Support server software and hardware plus related applications and systems.
* Design systems that proactively monitor health and performance of systems and infrastructure.
* Assist in capacity planning, data center buildouts and performing software / firmware upgrades.
* Implement tools to provide analytic trend analysis and performance data.
* Assist in standardized design of new and existing processes and policies.
* Document existing systems architecture and technology portfolio.
* Recommend improvements and/or alternatives for existing systems.
* Develop automation programs and scripts using shell scripting.
* Research and recommend emerging technologies to increase cost effectiveness, system ability and future expandability.
* Facilitate, lead and document meetings and discussions.
* Act as a liaison between IT management and remote branches and technicians.

Minimum Requirements

* Bachelor's degree in information technology, computer science or related field. Master's degree a plus.
* 5+ years experience with design, build and administration of Red Hat Linux preferred.
* Experience working on VMware virtualization preferred.
* IT certifications such as RHCE, RHCA, RHCSA preferred.
* Shell scripting (Bash, Korn, Perl) knowledge for automation.
* Experience with automation tools such as Puppet, Red Hat Satellite, Ansible and Nagios.
* Working experience with IBM AIX, VIOS, HMC, clustered file systems and GPFS.
* Knowledge of networking, Ethernet, TCP/IP and remote communications.
* Experience in designing and implementing high-availability and disaster recovery solutions in fast paced environments.
* Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
* Strong customer service focus and experience with end users.

Benefits

* Complete insurance coverage that includes medical, dental, vision and life insurance, Flexible Spending Accounts and wellness programs.
* 401(k) with 5% employer match.
* Paid holidays and generous paid time off.
* Bonus programs that include annual performance, sales goals and profit sharing.
* Scholarship program for children of employees.

Employee Perks

* On-site café with executive chefs and seasonal dinner-to-go options.
* First-class fitness center with complimentary personal trainers.
* Over four miles of beautifully maintained walking trails.
* Numerous employee appreciation events throughout the year.
* Professional development classes and monthly in-house speakers.

About Uline

Uline is the leading distributor of shipping, industrial and packaging materials to businesses throughout North America. We're a family-owned company known for incredible service and quality products. We offer same-day shipping on over 36,000 products found in our 788-page catalog and on our state-of-the-art e-commerce website.

Our quality products, huge inventory and ongoing expansion fuel our incredible growth. This is a great time to join Uline!

EEO/AA Employer/Vet/Disabled

Uline is a drug-free workplace.

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