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Axon

Technical Support Engineer I

Atlanta, GA · Hybrid

Your Impact AXON is seeking a high-energy, experienced Technical Support Engineer with expertise in customer service, computer networking, cloud solutions, Linux systems administration. This ...

Smarsh

Technical Support Engineer II

Atlanta, GA

$76K - $85K/yr

Experienced level Technical Support Engineering role. * Frontline support role for Enterprise ... Industry certifications in Windows, Linux, RDBMS, AWS are highly desirable. May require US ...

Smarsh

Technical Support Engineer II

Atlanta, GA

Experienced level Technical Support Engineering role. * Frontline support role for Enterprise ... Linux, RDBMS, AWS are highly desirable. • May require US Citizenship for access to and handling ...

Axon

Technical Support Engineer I

Atlanta, GA · On-site

Your Impact AXON is seeking a high-energy, experienced Technical Support Engineer with expertise in customer service, computer networking, cloud solutions, Linux systems administration. This ...

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As of May 29, 2026, the average yearly pay for linux support engineer in Georgia is $125,602.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $128,800.00 and $141,400.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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A Linux Support Engineer is responsible for maintaining, troubleshooting, and supporting Linux-based systems and servers. They ensure system stability, security, and performance while assisting users with technical issues. This role often involves configuring servers, monitoring system health, and automating tasks using scripts. Additionally, Linux Support Engineers work with networking, security, and cloud technologies to optimize infrastructure. Strong problem-solving skills and knowledge of Linux distributions like Ubuntu, CentOS, or Red Hat are essential for this role.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the Linux Support Engineer position, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Linux Support Engineer, you need strong expertise in Linux system administration, troubleshooting, scripting, and a relevant degree or equivalent hands-on experience. Familiarity with tools such as Bash, Python, Ansible, and monitoring systems, along with certifications like RHCE or CompTIA Linux+, is highly valued. Excellent problem-solving skills, clear communication, and the ability to work under pressure are vital soft skills for the role. These qualifications and qualities are important to quickly resolve technical issues, provide reliable support, and ensure robust system performance for clients or internal teams.

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As a Linux Support Engineer, your daily tasks often include diagnosing and resolving system or application issues, managing user permissions, performing routine server maintenance, and monitoring system performance to preempt potential problems. You may also implement patches, updates, and security configurations, as well as automate tasks through scripting to improve efficiency. Collaboration with other IT specialists, development teams, and sometimes end users is common to resolve incidents and support various projects. This dynamic role requires the ability to prioritize multiple requests while maintaining high standards of technical service and system reliability.
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Linux Engineer RHEL Migration-Only W2

Linux Engineer RHEL Migration-Only W2

cloudingest inc

Alpharetta, GA • Hybrid

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Job description

Title Linux Engineer RHEL Migration / Platform Modernization
Location Alpharetta, GA ( Hybrid 3 days onsite)
Experience: 8 10 years overall experience in Linux / Platform Engineering environments, with 5+ years of strong hands-on experience in Red Hat Enterprise Linux (RHEL) administration, engineering, and modernization initiatives including RHEL9 exposure.
Role Overview:
Looking for a strong Release Engineer / Platform Engineer to support an enterprise infrastructure modernization initiative focused on migrating environments from RHEL7 to RHEL9. The role involves platform modernization, containerization, CI/CD automation, package engineering, and security/vulnerability remediation.
Key Responsibilities:
1. OS Migration & Package Engineering

  • Execute migration of applications/services from RHEL7 to RHEL9
  • Resolve binary compatibility and library dependency issues
  • Build and compile open-source packages from source code
  • Troubleshoot package and dependency-related issues
  • Manage lifecycle of RPM packages

2. Containerization & Orchestration
  • Refactor legacy container workflows from Docker to Podman
  • Architect and maintain Rancher-managed Kubernetes environments
  • Support migration to RHEL9 Universal Base Images (UBI)

3. Automation & CI/CD
  • Develop and maintain Jenkins pipelines using Groovy shared libraries
  • Build automation tools and API integrations using Python
  • Support scalable code-based CI/CD pipelines

4. Vulnerability & Security Management
  • Review vulnerability scan reports and remediate identified CVEs
  • Ensure compliance with RHEL9 security standards and benchmarks
  • Maintain secure software supply chain practices

Required Technical Skills:
  • Strong hands-on experience with Red Hat Enterprise Linux (RHEL), especially RHEL9
  • Linux administration and troubleshooting expertise
  • Python development/scripting experience
  • Groovy scripting for Jenkins DSL
  • Experience with Docker, Podman, Kubernetes, Rancher
  • Strong Jenkins CI/CD experience
  • Experience with Make, CMake, GCC build systems
  • Vulnerability remediation and security hardening experience
  • Experience with Ansible for large-scale OS configuration

Important Notes:
  • Strong hands-on engineering depth is critical
  • Please avoid purely support/admin profiles
  • Candidates should have real experience in platform engineering, CI/CD, containerization, and OS modernization
  • Good communication skills required due to client-facing interviews

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