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We are seeking an L2 Baremetal & Linux/KVM Engineer to provide day-2 operations support for server infrastructure, Linux operating systems, and KVM-based virtualization environments. The role focuses on maintaining stable and secure compute services through proactive operations, troubleshooting, lifecycle management, patching, and automation activities.
Key Responsibilities:
- Administer and support Linux server environments and KVM-based virtualization platforms.
- Perform day-2 operational activities including system maintenance, patching, health checks, and performance monitoring.
- Manage server hardware lifecycle activities across Dell PowerEdge and Lenovo ThinkSystem platforms.
- Coordinate firmware updates, operating system maintenance, and infrastructure upgrades.
- Troubleshoot infrastructure, operating system, hardware, and virtualization-related issues.
- Support operational automation and continuous improvement initiatives.
- Participate in incident management, problem resolution, service reviews, and change implementation activities.
- Maintain operational standards, documentation, and governance processes to ensure service stability and reliability.
Required Qualifications:
- Experience supporting Linux-based enterprise environments and virtualized infrastructure.
- Strong knowledge of Linux administration, server hardware, and KVM virtualization technologies.
- Experience troubleshooting compute infrastructure across physical and virtual environments.
- Ability to proactively identify and resolve issues before they impact service delivery.
- Strong analytical skills and adherence to operational best practices.
Preferred Certifications:
- Red Hat Certified System Administrator (RHCSA) or Red Hat Certified Engineer (RHCE)
- Linux Foundation Certified System Administrator (LFCS)
- Dell PowerEdge administration or implementation training
- Lenovo ThinkSystem administration or implementation training
- Additional Security, Network, Storage, or Compute infrastructure certifications are advantageous
Language Requirement:
- German language proficiency at minimum B2 level is mandatory.
- Ability to participate in technical discussions, incident coordination, service reviews, change-related communication, and daily operational interactions with German-speaking stakeholders, customers, and support teams.
Citizenship Requirement:
- Applicants must hold Swiss citizenship.
Location:
- Winterthur area, Switzerland
- Candidates should be based in, or regularly available within, the Winterthur region to support local operational alignment, customer engagement, coordination with onsite and remote-hands teams, and participation in governance, escalation, and service meetings as required.
Workplace type:
Equal Opportunity Employer
NTT DATA is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer with a global culture that embraces diversity. We are committed to providing an environment free of unfair discrimination and harassment. We do not discriminate based on age, race, colour, gender, sexual orientation, religion, nationality, disability, pregnancy, marital status, veteran status, or any other protected category. Accelerate your career with us. Apply today
