UNIX Administrator installs, configures, and maintains UNIX operating systems. Analyzes and resolves problems associated with the operating system's servers, hardware, applications, and software. Being an UNIX Administrator detects, diagnoses, and reports UNIX related problems on servers. May require a bachelor's degree in a related area. Additionally, UNIX Administrator typically reports to a supervisor or manager. To be an UNIX Administrator typically requires 2 to 4 years of related experience. Gains exposure to some of the complex tasks within the job function. Occasionally directed in several aspects of the work. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)
The AIX support team within the Compute and Storage Mainframe & HP Nonstop program is looking for a Senior Platform Engineer to drive efficient support of the AIX operating system runing on IBM Power hardware by consistently innovating and problem-solving. The ideal candidate is passionate about technology, highly motivated, intellectually curious, analytical, and possesses an entrepreneurial mindset.
Role
In this technology focused system support role, you will:
• Partner with other infrastructure and applciation teams to drive efficient operating system and platform support, solve problems, and deliver solutions to deliver the greatest system availability possible.
• Develops, builds, and maintains Mastercard technologies and associated software and hardware soecifically for AIX and IBM Power hardware.
• Resolves problems of diverse scopes as they arise, escalating complex issues where analysis of the situation requires in-depth evaluation and judgement
• Performs implementations to optimize system/platform performance, efficiency, and capacity; may guide others on implementation and troubleshooting activities
• Supports holistic compliance posture which includes identifying risks, escalating potential concerns, and implementing both risk mitigation plans and control functions
• Drafts and reviews status reports and troubleshooting guides, carrying out project plans to ensure project milestones are met and progress is successfully communicated
All About You
• Command and fluency of the AIX unix operating system
• Possess system analytics and trouble shooting skils
• Ability to script and automate system tasks
• Familiarity with other infrastructure technologies including but not limited to TCPIP networking, other Unix variants, storage administration, and backup/recovery
• Successful candidate should be highly motivaed and ability to complete tasks with little supervision
• Good communication and interpersonal skills are expected of this team oritented adminstrator