IT Support Engineer - Linux

Astranis builds advanced satellites for high orbits, expanding humanity’s reach into the solar system. Today, Astranis satellites provide dedicated, secure networks to highly-sophisticated customers across the globe— large enterprises, sovereign governments, and the US military. With five satellites on orbit and many more set to launch soon, the company is servicing a backlog of more than $1 billion of commercial contracts.

Astranis is the preferred satellite communications partner for buyers with stringent requirements for uptime, data security, network visibility, and customization.Astranis has raised over $750 million from some of the world’s best investors, from Andreessen Horowitz to Blackrock and Fidelity, and employs a team of 450 engineers and entrepreneurs. Astranis designs, builds, and operates its satellites out of its 153,000 sq. ft. headquarters in Northern California, USA.

IT Support Engineer - Linux

We're looking for a proactive and detail-oriented IT Support Engineer with deep Linux expertise to join our team. In this role, you'll help maintain a seamless technology experience for our team by managing hardware, troubleshooting issues, and supporting a variety of software solutions—with a strong focus on Linux-based systems. You’ll work closely with employees across departments to solve IT challenges, improve systems, and ensure our technology runs smoothly.

This is a great opportunity to join a supportive and dynamic team where you can make a real impact on the technology experience of our organization. If you’re a natural problem-solver with a passion for Linux environments and enjoy helping people solve technical issues, we’d love to hear from you!

Role

Provide 1st, 2nd, and 3rd Tier Technical Support: Act as the primary point of contact for IT support inquiries, resolving hardware, software, and network issues across Linux systems, as well as Windows and macOS environments.

Manage Equipment Setup and Maintenance: Set up workstations, install and configure software, ensure all devices function optimally, and manage onsite inventory and IT asset life cycles—with an emphasis on Linux workstation and server configurations.

Troubleshoot Hardware, Software, and Network Issues: Identify and resolve various system and connectivity issues, both in person and remotely, with advanced troubleshooting across Linux distributions.

Maintain Documentation: Create and update IT documentation, including guides, procedures, and solutions to known issues, particularly for Linux-focused workflows and system configurations.

System Administration: Manage access permissions, system updates, and configurations within Linux environments (primary), and support administration in Active Directory, Google Workspace, and other platforms as needed.

User Training and Education: Conduct onboarding training sessions and provide guidance on IT best practices, with a focus on helping users navigate Linux tools, systems, and security practices.

Manage and maintain diverse computing environments: Oversee Linux, Windows, and macOS systems—ensuring optimal performance, security, and user support, with Linux as the primary area of ownership.

Collaborate with different departments to understand and meet their technical requirements and support needs, particularly for teams relying heavily on Linux-based workflows or tooling.

Requirements

Experience: Minimum 2 years in IT support, systems administration, or a related field, with substantial hands-on experience in Linux environments.

Linux Expertise: Proven, in-depth knowledge of Linux system administration, including command-line proficiency, package management, system troubleshooting, and configuration of various distributions.

Multi-Platform Capability: Familiarity with Windows and macOS is beneficial, but Linux must be your strongest platform.

Virtualization Technologies: Hands-on experience with virtualization platforms such as VMware, KVM, or similar technologies.

Remote Support Proficiency: Skilled in using remote desktop support tools and ticketing systems to resolve user issues efficiently.

Problem Solving & Multi-tasking: Excellent problem-solving skills with the ability to handle multiple tasks and projects in a fast-paced environment.

Mission-Critical Systems Management: Capable of managing sensitive, mission-critical Linux systems with urgency and precision to ensure operational integrity and security.

Communication & Teamwork: Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with a customer-focused attitude and collaborative approach.

Networking Fundamentals: Strong understanding of networking concepts, including IP, DNS, and DHCP.

Bonus

Cloud Services: Experience with cloud platforms like AWS, Azure, or GCP—particularly working with Linux-based cloud workloads.

Scripting & Automation: Proficiency in scripting languages (e.g., Bash, Python, PowerShell) to automate routine tasks, with Bash/Python experience highly valued.

Network Security: Familiarity with VPN and firewall configurations.

Certifications: Relevant certifications, such as Linux+ or LPIC, CompTIA A+, Network+, or similar.

ITIL Knowledge: Understanding of ITIL principles or experience working in ITIL-aligned environments.

What we offer:

All our positions offer a compensation package that includes equity and robust benefits.

Base pay is a single component of Astranis's total rewards package, which may also include equity in the form of incentive stock options, high quality company-subsidized healthcare, disability and life insurance benefits, flexible PTO, 401(K) retirement, and free on-site catered meals.

Astranis pay ranges are informed and defined through professional-grade salary surveys and compensation data sources. The actual base salary offered to a successful candidate will additionally be influenced by a variety of factors including experience, credentials & certifications, educational attainment, skill level requirements, and the level and scope of the position.

Base Salary

$70,000—$100,000 USD

U.S. Citizenship, Lawful Permanent Residency, or Refugee/Asylee Status Required

(To comply with U.S. Government space technology export regulations, applicant must be a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident of the United States, or other protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3))

Our mission and our products are meant to connect the world and everyone in it, regardless of gender, race, creed, or any other distinction. We believe in a diverse and inclusive workplace, and we encourage all people to join our team and bring their unique perspective to help make us stronger.