Linux System Platform Engineer

Quick Facts

• Role: System Platform Engineer (Linux)

• Focus: Central Linux platform operations, installation/configuration, automation, monitoring

Description

Own the stable and cost-effective operation of a central Linux platform, including related add-on products. Install, configure, and maintain the Linux operating system, support agile release trains, and advise on technical topics. Plan and execute migrations, enhancements, and technology refresh projects across physical servers, HA clusters, and virtualized environments.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for the reliable and economical operation of the central Linux platform and associated products

• Install, configure, and maintain the operating system; advise business stakeholders for agile release trains

• Operate in enterprise environments with physical servers (HPE Superdome), HA cluster systems (Pacemaker), and VMware virtual machines

• Plan and support migrations, extensions, and technology refresh projects

• Ensure provisioning and disruption-free operations; optimize and automate existing processes and procedures; use monitoring tools effectively

Requirements

• Completed degree in Computer Science, Business Informatics, or a similar field, or relevant comparable professional experience

• Extensive Linux platform experience

• High expertise in Shell, Perl, and Python

• Familiarity with RPM package management

• Routine use of versioning and automation tools, especially Ansible

• Strong communication skills and ability to convey target images clearly

• Independent and initiative-driven work style

• Enjoy working in agile structures and methods

• Very good German skills in speaking and writing (at least B2)

Benefits

• Flexible working hours with home office and office options; 38-hour workweek with time tracking, flextime, and a long-term life balance account

• 30 vacation days plus additional days off on Dec 24 and Dec 31

• 14 monthly salaries or participation in a variable compensation system; special payments

• Employee benefits including discounts and employee rates; company pension plan

• Health offers, fitness and sports opportunities; job ticket and bike leasing

• Support for work-life balance; on-site cafeteria/restaurant

• Training opportunities via internal R&V Academy and external qualification measures (benefits may vary by location and position)