SR SYSTEMS ENGINEER - Open Systems Engineering - Linux Automation

POSITION PURPOSE -
Ideal candidates for the SR Linux Automation Engineer position must have experience in Linux automation technologies such as Puppet, Chef, Satellite, Spacewalk, Opsware, etc. Engineer will be part of a team that develops and executes infrastructure projects that automate Linux administration and software deployment tasks. Understanding of Linux Security, desired Configuration Management, Release Management, DevOps, and building of RPMs is needed as this position will be working with internal customers to deploy both custom and vendor based software to The Home Depot environment. These deployments will utilize tools such as GIT, Jenkins, Puppet, Spacewalk, etc. Knowledge of software deployment and release management is required. Enterprise systems architecture analysis is a plus. Clear and effective business and technology communications are needed, both to internal and external customers.
MAJOR TASKS, RESPONSIBILITIES AND KEY -

• Perform installation, maintenance and support of system software, hardware and infrastructure and user support for moderately complex projects. May oversee this effort if acting in team lead capacity.
  
  
• Perform store & SSC engineering and roll-out implementation.
  
  
• Perform configuration, debugging and support for infrastructure platform for moderately complex projects.
  
  
• Perform root cause analysis for service interruption recovery; create preventative measures.
  
  
• Provide technical direction to System and Associate Engineers, Operations Specialists, and contractors.
  
  
• Interface with Business Stakeholders on all applicable projects. Update manager on all escalated issues.
  
  NATURE AND SCOPE -
  
  
• Typically reports to Manager, Information Technology
  
  
• Responsible for helping others and providing on-the-job training or guidance

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS -

Must be eighteen years of age or older.
Must pass the Drug Test.
Must successfully complete any required training or orientation courses.

EDUCATION REQUIRED -

The knowledge, skills and abilities typically acquired through the completion of a high school diplomas and/or GED.

YEARS OF RELEVANT WORK EXPERIENCE - 3

PHYSICAL JOB REQUIREMENTS -

Frequent periods are spent standing or sitting in the same location with some opportunity to move about; occasionally there may be a need to stoop or lift light objects (typically less than 8 pounds).

ADDITIONAL QUALIFICATIONS -

Knowledge and experience with computer hardware, operating systems and system software.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS -

• 5+ years of systems engineering, with a bias towards Unix/Linux environments
• 1+ years of experience with Linux automation
• Experience converting existing automation policies and packages to Puppet
• Experience with large scale deployment solutions such as Red Hat Satellite or Spacewalk
• Development in Python, Ruby, or Perl
• Develop/extend Puppet modules for automating environment deployments and configuration management.
• Ability to work independently with very little direction
• Strong communication stills and ability to work as part of a team
• Experience with large enterprise computing environments
• Experience with process/procedure improvement and solution development, documentation, implementation.
• Must be available on-call 24/7 with proven ability to work independently to research and develop solutions to new problems.
• Ability to prioritize work activity and manage multiple tasks.
• Strong analytical and problem solving skills.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES AND COMPETENCIES -

• Solid knowledge of the PC (hardware and software) is essential.
  
  
• Ability to listen to what the user is saying and then interrpret what he/ she is trying to get across.
  
  
• Ability to work autonomously and with a diverse team.
  
  
• Ability to communicate at all levels within the organization.
  
  
• Ability to present ideas and manage projects.