Linux Server Administrator

We are seeking a highly experienced Senior Linux Server Administrator to join our team on a part-time basis (10-15 hours weekly) as a mentor, trainer and teacher. Daily meetings will get scheduled in which you are going to teach different aspects of IT infrastructure and DevOps practices. You do not have to create any Presentations, Training Material or Slides. The training will be highly practical, and a lot of break and fix will happen in our own test environment. No preparation is required. The topics will get discussed according to the required skills. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience with Linux server administration and possess strong skills in containerization, automation, and modern deployment practices. The main role is to support and mentor our development team in various technical areas.

Key Responsibilities:

Manage and maintain Linux server environments (Ubuntu, CentOS, RHEL)

Support developers with server setup, configuration, and deployment processes

Deploy and maintain applications as Docker containers using orchestration tools

Configure and manage reverse proxies, DNS services, and network security

Administer PostgreSQL databases including performance tuning and backup strategies

Implement and maintain CI/CD pipelines using Jenkins and GitHub Actions

Monitor server performance and security using tools like Netdata and custom solutions

Manage containerized applications through Portainer.io and Coolify.io platforms

Configure NGINX Proxy Manager for load balancing and SSL termination

Provide mentorship and training to enhance the team's technical skills

Collaborate during flexible hours to accommodate different time zones and schedules

Technical Requirements:

Mandatory:

At least 5+ Years of practical Linux system administration experience

Extensive experience with Docker containerization and container orchestration

Being capable to easily manage Server via SSH

Proficient in scripting languages (Bash, Python, or similar)

Strong experience with reverse proxies (NGINX, Apache, Traefik)

PostgreSQL database administration and performance optimization

Network configuration, firewall management, and security hardening

Experience with automated deployment tools (Jenkins, GitHub Actions)

Familiarity with monitoring solutions and performance analysis

Preferred Experience:

Experience with Portainer.io, Coolify.io, NGINX Proxy Manager

Knowledge of Fusio API management platform

Experience with N8N workflow automation

Cloud platform experience (AWS, Azure, Google Cloud)

Infrastructure as Code tools (Terraform, Ansible)

Preferred Certifications:

Linux Professional Institute (LPIC) certification

Docker Certified Associate

AWS/Azure cloud certifications

Desirable Experience:

Prior experience in mentoring or teaching technical skills

Experience with microservices architecture and API management

Knowledge of modern DevOps practices and tools

Flexibility to work during night hours and weekends as required

Work Schedule:

We are a 100% Full Remote organized startup. Means that the timings and work hours can get discussed during the interview process

Interested candidates should submit their resume along with a cover letter detailing their experience in Linux Server Administration, containerization, and DevOps practices.