ServiceNow is seeking a Senior Systems Engineer specializing in Automation and Linux Engineering to enhance their OS Engineering team by leading the design, development, and management of scalable server infrastructure tools focused on OS build and deployment automation and high system availability.
Requirements
- In-depth expertise in Puppet/Ansible, Python and Red Hat Linux (RHEL).
- Proficiency in virtualization and containerization technologies, such as VMware, AWS, Azure, and Kubernetes.
- Demonstrated skills in configuration management and automation, particularly in Puppet/Ansible and Python and Red Hat Satellite.
- Comprehensive understanding of Linux operating systems and associated toolsets.
- Familiarity with networking protocols including DNS, LDAP, NTP, and SMTP.
- Experience in using Source Control Management tools like Git, Gerrit, or GitLab.
- Strong scripting skills, specifically in Bash and Python.
Responsibilities
- Lead the design, development, and management of scalable server infrastructure tools, with a focus on OS build and deployment automation and high system availability.
- Develop, support and fine-tune Red Hat Linux systems, addressing aspects like security (SELinux), performance optimization, and patch management through automation tools such as Puppet and Ansible.
- Develop and sustain a software-defined, declarative infrastructure environment using Python, Puppet/Ansible, and Red Hat Linux (RHEL).
- Engineer and implement automation solutions targeting Linux-based systems, primarily through Puppet and Ansible.
- Spearhead automation-centric, large-scale infrastructure projects from ideation to deployment.
- Utilize ServiceNow platform capabilities for advanced orchestration workflows.
- Engage with cross-functional teams including project management, network engineering, security, and database administration to deliver holistic solutions.
Other
- This position requires passing a ServiceNow background screening, USFedPASS (US Federal Personnel Authorization Screening Standards). This includes a credit check, criminal/misdemeanor check and taking a drug test. Any employment is contingent upon passing the screening.
- Due to Federal requirements, only US citizens, US naturalized citizens or US Permanent Residents, holding a green card, will be considered.
- This role will require 2-3 days in the office at our San Diego, CA OR Kirkland, WA Office Location.
- Exceptional analytical and problem-solving skills, complemented by a strong ability for autonomous work.
- Knowledge of Agile Project Management frameworks.
