Linux Engineer

About Client - My client is a market leading company with over 30 years of experience in the industry. As one of the world's leading professional services firms, with $19.7B, with 333,640 associates worldwide, helping their clients modernize technology, reimagine processes, and transform experiences, enabling them to remain competitive in our fast-paced world. Their Specialties in Intelligent Process Automation, Digital Engineering, Industry & Platform Solutions, Internet of Things, Artificial Intelligence, Cloud, Data, Healthcare, Banking, Finance, Fintech, Manufacturing, Retail, Technology, and Salesforce Job Summary We are looking for a highly skilled Linux Systems & Container Engineer with deep knowledge of Linux internals, containerization technologies, and strong programming skills in C, C++, and scripting languages such as Python or Bash. This role is ideal for someone passionate about building robust, scalable, and secure systems at the OS and container level. Key Responsibilities: · Design, develop, and maintain containerized environments using Docker, Podman, or LXC. · Work on low-level Linux system components, kernel modules, and performance tuning. · Develop and debug system-level software in C/C++ for Linux-based platforms. · Write automation scripts and tools using Python, Bash, or similar scripting languages. · Troubleshoot complex system issues involving memory, CPU, I/O, and networking. · Collaborate with DevOps and development teams to integrate container solutions into CI/CD pipelines. · Contribute to system hardening, security policies, and compliance efforts. · Document system architecture, configurations, and best practices. Required Skills & Qualifications: · Strong hands-on experience with Linux container technologies (Docker, Podman, LXC, containerd). · Deep understanding of Linux internals: kernel, system calls, namespaces, cgroups, etc. · Proficiency in C and C++ for system-level programming. · Solid scripting skills in Python, Bash, or similar. · Experience with debugging tools like gdb, strace, perf, valgrind. · Familiarity with Kubernetes or other orchestration platforms is a plus. · Knowledge of networking, firewalls, and system security. · Familiarity with system performance tools (e.g., perf, strace, top, htop, vmstat, iostat). · Solid understanding of networking concepts and tools (iptables, netfilter, tcpdump). · Analyze and optimize Linux kernel parameters and system performance. · Troubleshoot complex issues related to process management, memory, I/O, and networking at the OS level. · Contribute to automation and CI/CD pipelines for container lifecycle management. · Collaborate with development and DevOps teams to ensure system reliability and scalability. · Monitor system health and implement proactive measures to ensure high availability. · Maintain documentation for system configurations, procedures, and troubleshooting guides. · Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field. Preferred Qualifications: · Contributions to open-source Linux or container projects. · Experience with real-time or embedded Linux systems. · Familiarity with system security frameworks (SELinux, AppArmor). · Exposure to cloud-native technologies and hybrid cloud environments. What We Offer: · Opportunity to work on cutting-edge infrastructure and system-level challenges. · Collaborative and innovative work culture. · Competitive compensation and benefits. · Flexible work arrangements and career growth opportunities.