Server Operations Engineer (Linux)

About the role

EnviroDynamics Solutions is seeking a Server Operations Engineer with a strong focus on Linux environments. The role involves managing the full lifecycle of servers in a data‑center setting, from rack planning to decommissioning, while ensuring high availability and rapid issue resolution.

Key responsibilities

• Plan and organise server placement in racks, including mounting and layout documentation.
• Install, maintain and reinstall UNIX/Linux operating systems on new and existing servers.
• Perform routine server maintenance, troubleshoot hardware and software abnormalities, and handle break‑fix tasks.
• Manage internal system data such as asset tracking, rack layout information, and ticketing.
• Collaborate with remote teams or vendors to resolve hardware failures and batch issues.
• Participate in on‑call duties, monitor online assets, and diagnose potential problems.
• Execute server decommissioning processes, including drive wiping, reconfiguration and media destruction tracking.
• Oversee RMA submissions and support full server lifecycle management from deployment to retirement.

Required profile

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering or a related field.
• Understanding of server technologies and how they interconnect.
• Ability to read and execute basic Shell or Bash scripts.
• Solid grasp of networking fundamentals, including MAC addresses, subnets and TCP/IP protocols.
• Familiarity with out‑of‑band or remote server management protocols such as IPMI.
• Willingness and availability to work on weekends when required.

Required skills

• Linux systems administration, preferably Debian‑based distributions.
• Shell/Bash scripting for automation and troubleshooting.
• Hardware diagnostics and troubleshooting in server environments.
• Networking knowledge: MAC addressing, subnetting, TCP/IP.
• IPMI and other out‑of‑band remote management protocols.