Senior Linux Engineer with Kernel and Containerization

This will be a very senior level role. This person must know the Linux Operating System (OS) inside and out-they must have deep kernel knowledge.This is for the Linux Golden Image project-specific OS. We certify them, make sure they harden, and are secure.OS image, Container Image understanding – i.e. KubernetesCI/CD pipeline. Git lab/Git hub. Manager also mentioned JFrog Artifactory which is the single solution for housing and managing all the artifacts, binaries, packages, files, containers, and components for use throughout your software supply chain.Ideal-Linux certified and RedHat Certified.Very nice to have is any automation experience.Unison Systems is looking for a Senior Linux Systems Engineer for our national telecommunications client. This will be a long-term contract. Our client is located out of Englewood, Co and offers 1 day a week flex/remote work. This person must know the Linux Operating System (OS) inside and out-they must have deep kernel knowledge. It would be very nice if they were Red Hat Certified.The ideal candidate will lead in the planning, design, development, implementation, and execution Linux systems engineering for the company datacenter. This person drives identification and adoption of best-in-class development. They will design, develop and implement platform enhancements and makes recommendations for improvements.MAJOR DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Define and maintain and be responsible for the Linux “golden image” initiative across charter.Actively and consistently support all efforts to simplify and enhance the customer experience.Designs, implements, monitors, enhances and troubleshoots systems in assigned areas.Analyzes and revises existing system logic difficulties and documentation as necessary.Tests and reviews system designs.Provides Engineering Technical support and guidance to regional personnel and ensure all technical integration, changes, standards and documentation are met.Mentors and guides the work of technical staff.Reviews work plans and designs and advises on improvements.Adheres to industry specific local, state, and federal regulations, as applicable.Knows, understands and follows company policy.Need to be able to multi-task and juggle between priorities as needed.Performs other duties as requested by manager.BASIC / MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS Bachelors degree in Computer Science, Engineering or related field, and / or equivalent work experience.Extensive experience in UNIX/Linux engineering.Act as Linux subject matter expert.Solid Linux engineering, troubleshooting, testing, hardening and performance tuning experience.In depth understanding of Linux Kernel.Solid experience with package management using antifactory and satellite server.Experience using RPM tools like ip, dnf, nmcli.Experience using apt, ubiquity, debian installer, ufw.Solid experience writing, reading and understanding yaml, and json files.Solid Automation/Scripting skills: perl, bash and python or related languages.Solid understanding of configuration management tools, such as Puppet and Chef.Hands-on experience designing, implementing and optimizing Linux file-systems.Working DevOps experience utilizing Ansible and Terraforms.Experience with vcenter, vmware ovftool, and hashicorp vault and packer tools.Knowledge of CIS Workbench hardening, Linux Test Project and eliciting test cases.Working experience with TestRail to streamline testing processes.Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.Experienced in creating technical drawings and schematics using Lucid chart or visio Gitlab experience creating workflows, CI/CD pipelines, setting variables.Experience working in a SAFe/Agile environment utilizing Jira Portfolio/Jira Align to manage projects and daily tasks.