Infrastructure Engineer- Linux + Python

Linux Systems Engineer to support the engineering, hardening, automation, and distribution of machine images within a large-scale AWS environment. This is primarily a systems engineering role requiring strong operating system knowledge combined with cloud and automation skills.

Responsibilities

• Engineer and harden Linux/Red Hat machine images.
• Automate image builds, patching, releases, and distribution in AWS.
• Troubleshoot complex Unix/Linux, OS, security, and configuration issues.
• Maintain and enhance an existing Python automation codebase.
• Use Ansible and shell scripting for configuration and automation.
• Work with EC2, AMIs, Lambda, Step Functions, CloudFormation, and AWS APIs.
• Independently investigate problems and own solutions through implementation and support.

Key Requirements

• Strong Unix/Linux systems engineering, ideally Red Hat
• AWS infrastructure experience
• Python scripting/automation
• Ansible and shell scripting
• EC2 / AMI experience
• OS hardening, security, patching, and troubleshooting
• Strong automation and independent problem-solving skills

Nice to Have

• Windows or macOS engineering
• PowerShell
• Terraform
• Azure or GCP experience

Ideal Profile

A Unix/Linux Systems Engineer who has evolved into cloud and automation engineering. This is not a full-stack development role. The strongest candidates will combine deep OS knowledge with AWS, Python, automation, and strong troubleshooting skills.

Title: Unix/Linux Systems Engineer
Industry: FinTech
Pay: $55-65/hr
Location: Jersey City, NJ

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