The Systems Engineer, Datacenter Operations (Cloud, Linux SUSE/RHEL, Operating Systems) is responsible for designing, implementing, and maintaining hybrid cloud datacenter infrastructure with a primary focus on Linux SUSE and RHEL environments. This role plays a critical part in ensuring the stability, security, and efficiency of public and private cloud infrastructure while supporting SAP S/4HANA and other enterprise applications. The engineer will collaborate with internal and external teams to maintain reliable operations, resolve infrastructure issues, and drive strategic improvements in Linux-based hybrid cloud systems.

This position is part of the Global IT Infrastructure Services team, supporting both cloud and on-premises systems across distributed environments.

Responsibilities:

1. Linux Engineering & Hybrid Cloud Operations (35%)

• Design, configure, and maintain SUSE and RHEL Linux-based hybrid cloud infrastructure, ensuring high availability and security.
• Implement system upgrades, patching, and disaster recovery strategies for Linux-based workloads.
• Manage Linux server environments supporting SAP S/4HANA and other enterprise applications.
• Work with Microsoft Azure, Hyper-V, Nutanix, and other cloud/hypervisor platforms to integrate Linux workloads.
• Automate administrative tasks using shell scripting, Ansible, or Terraform.

2. Troubleshooting & Incident Management (20%)

• Diagnose and resolve complex Linux system issues across hybrid cloud environments.
• Participate in an on-call rotation for off-hours support.
• Work with cross-functional teams to troubleshoot Linux-related incidents and ensure minimal downtime.

3. Architecture Standards & Strategy (15%)

• Serve as a technical expert in SUSE, RHEL, and hybrid cloud platforms, ensuring adherence to best practices.
• Collaborate on Linux server architecture, deployment strategies, and security hardening.
• Optimize system performance and recommend improvements based on industry trends.

4. Design & Continuous Improvement (10%)

• Participate in technical design sessions and contribute to process enhancements for Linux and hybrid cloud environments.
• Develop automation solutions to improve system efficiency and reduce manual tasks.
• Stay up-to-date with emerging Linux and cloud technologies.

5. Documentation (10%)

• Create and maintain technical documentation for Linux server configurations, cloud integrations, and operational procedures.
• Document best practices and troubleshooting guides for SUSE and RHEL environments.

6. Stakeholder & Vendor Management (10%)

• Build and maintain relationships with internal teams, stakeholders, and external vendors to support Linux-based hybrid cloud environments.
• Work closely with hardware and software vendors to ensure system compatibility and supportability.

Requirements:

• 6+ years of experience working with Linux SUSE and RHEL in enterprise environments.
• Expertise in SUSE & RHEL administration, patching, automation, and security hardening.
• Experience with SAP S/4HANA environments running on SUSE/RHEL (preferred).
• Hands-on experience managing Linux workloads in hybrid-cloud environments (Azure, Hyper-V, Nutanix, VMware, or similar platforms).
• Proficiency in shell scripting, Ansible, Terraform, or other automation tools.
• Strong understanding of Enterprise Backup, SAN storage, and high-availability clustering for Linux servers.
• Familiarity with Microsoft Windows hybrid environments and interoperability with Linux systems.
• Experience working in an enterprise IT infrastructure team supporting large-scale distributed systems.
• Ability to troubleshoot complex Linux and cloud-based infrastructure issues.
• Excellent communication skills with a collaborative approach to problem-solving.