Linux System Engineer

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32 minutes ago

	Contract Type	Full-time
	Workplace type	On-site
	Location	Makkah

Job Description

About the Role

Pyramid Consulting is seeking an experienced Linux System Engineer to join their team in Makkah, with work locations including Thuwal and Makkah. This full-time role focuses on supporting Linux infrastructure and Virtual Desktop Infrastructure (VDI) platforms within a scientific computing environment.

Key Responsibilities

Provide L2/L3 Linux support, including troubleshooting, patching, and OS hardening.
Manage Ubuntu LTS and Rocky Linux environments, specifically those with NVIDIA GPU-enabled systems.
Maintain automation and configuration management tools such as Ansible, Puppet, and Automox.
Support scientific software, Lmod/Environment Modules, and dependency management.
Troubleshoot NFS/SMB storage, Docker containers, and VDI environments.
Perform vulnerability management, performance tuning, and root cause analysis.

Required Skills and Experience

Proven experience in Linux administration, specifically with Ubuntu LTS and Rocky Linux.
Hands-on experience managing NVIDIA GPU infrastructure.
Expertise in scientific computing and environment module management.
Proficiency with automation and CI/CD tools including Ansible, Puppet, Automox, and GitLab CI/CD.
Experience with NFS/SMB storage support.
Willingness to provide on-site infrastructure support.

Preferred Qualifications

Familiarity with Bash/Python scripting and infrastructure automation.
Experience supporting SLURM, AWS DCV, and Kasm Workspaces.

Candidate Profile

The ideal candidate will have 5-10 years of relevant experience in Linux system engineering and a strong background in supporting complex scientific computing environments. This role requires a proactive individual capable of providing robust L2/L3 support and managing critical infrastructure components.

Work Environment

This is a full-time position based in the Makkah region, with responsibilities requiring on-site infrastructure support in Thuwal and Makkah. The salary for this position will be disclosed during the interview process.