Linux System Administrator - Remote

• Manage day-to-day operations, maintenance, and regular patching of Linux server environments.
• Utilize VMware to provision, manage, and decommission virtual machines (start/stop, create/delete snapshots, create/delete VMs).
• Monitor VMware infrastructure by actively reviewing system alerts and analyzing basic performance metrics.
• Manage basic cloud infrastructure within Google Cloud Platform (GCP), including instance lifecycle management (start/stop, snapshotting, provisioning, and deleting).
• Support scheduled evening patching windows 3 to 4 times per month.
• Participate in quarterly infrastructure maintenance windows, typically occurring Sunday mornings between midnight and 6:00 AM.

• Linux Systems Administration: 2–3 years of experience supporting Linux servers hosting critical business infrastructure. Intermediate proficiency required.
• Virtualization: 2–3 years of practical experience with VMware. Ability to handle fundamental VM lifecycle tasks and monitor performance metrics.
• Cloud Infrastructure: 2–3 years of experience with Google Cloud Platform (GCP). Basic proficiency (UI-based instance management) is mandatory
• familiarity with the gcloud CLI is highly advantageous.
• Scripting & Automation: Intermediate knowledge of BASH scripting for operational tasks, alongside foundational (junior-level) exposure to configuration management tools like Ansible or Saltstack.
• Communication: Exceptional written and verbal communication skills (Level 5 proficiency) to effectively collaborate with a small team and document operational updates.
• Schedule Flexibility: Must be comfortable and willing to accommodate regular evening patching (3–4 times/month) and quarterly off-hours maintenance windows.

Prior experience supporting servers running SAP, Oracle ERP, or JD Edwards environments is a major asset.

• 100% Remote Flexibility: Work from the comfort of your home anywhere in Canada, with a strong preference for Alberta-based candidates.
• Enterprise Exposure: Gain valuable hands-on experience supporting critical business applications (such as SAP, Oracle ERP, or JD Edwards environments).
• Consistent Hours: Enjoy a stable 40-hour work week with a predictable schedule for scheduled maintenance.
• Growth Potential: This contract includes a strong possibility of extension based on performance and project needs.