Your impact

We are seeking an accomplished and forward-thinking Senior Linux Engineer to join our dynamic IT System Engineering team. As a Senior Linux Engineer, you will be responsible for overseeing and maintaining our Linux-based infrastructure, ensuring the stability, security, and optimal performance of our systems. You will play a crucial role in designing, implementing, and supporting Linux solutions, as well as providing technical leadership within the team. Your expertise in Linux technologies, combined with your leadership skills, will guide our team in achieving high-performance, secure, and scalable solutions that align with industry best practices and strategic objectives.

As a qualified individual with a diverse background, experience, values, and strong work ethic, you will bring a wealth of skills and perspectives to our team, contributing to a dynamic and collaborative work environment. Your commitment to excellence and innovative thinking will play a pivotal role in driving the success of our projects and fostering a culture of continuous improvement.

What you will do

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define technical requirements, standards, and integration strategies
• Analyze existing Linux infrastructure to identify opportunities for optimization in terms of performance, reliability, and cost-effectiveness
• Manage and support virtualization environments, ensuring efficient utilization of resources
• Oversee the implementation of Linux-based solutions, ensuring seamless configuration, integration, and adherence to design principles
• Collaborate with project managers to ensure successful deployment within specified timelines
• Implement robust security measures and industry best practices to fortify Linux systems against security threats and vulnerabilities
• Conduct security assessments and audits to maintain a secure operating environment.
• Stay updated with the latest trends, advancements, and emerging technologies in the Linux ecosystem
• Evaluate and recommend new tools, technologies, and methodologies to enhance Linux capabilities
• Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams, including software developers, network engineers, and security experts, to deliver integrated solutions
• Communicate complex technical concepts effectively to both technical and non-technical stakeholders
• Create comprehensive system documentation, including architectural diagrams, configurations, and standard operating procedures
• Collaborate with other IT professionals to design and implement disaster recovery and business continuity plans

Your required experience / skills

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Our D&I Commitment

We’re committed to fostering a culture and environment of diversity, inclusion and respect – a place where everyone can show up fully as themselves and do their best work every day. We're a technology leader committed to advancing diverse, inclusive teams – where belonging is rooted in our culture. Intelsat has an established Diversity & Inclusion Council and Employee Resource Groups. Intelsat is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate based upon race, color, religion, sex, national origin, ethnicity, age, disability, pregnancy, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

While it is important to note that meeting the minimum qualifications is a fundamental requirement for consideration, if you are enthusiastic about this role and are unsure how well your experience aligns with these requirements, we encourage you to apply. Our recruitment team will assess your application and determine if your skills and qualifications meet the essential criteria for this role or whether there might be another role within our organization that is a better match.