Data Systems Administrator
We’re ALTEN Technology USA, an engineering company that provides solutions for engineering, technology, and product development projects. For decades, we’ve been helping our clients develop products that are changing the world, whether that’s by shaping the future of space exploration, saving lives with medical devices that set a new standard of care, or creating the fully autonomous electric taxi of tomorrow. Our team of more than 600 people works across industries including aerospace, medical devices and life sciences, unmanned systems and robotics, automotive OEM and tier 1 suppliers, commercial vehicle, electric vehicles, rail, and more. Our offices across the US have different industry focuses and engage with our clients in different ways, ranging from working on-site at client facilities to performing product development at our delivery centers.
ALTEN Group, our parent company, has been a leader in engineering and information technology for more than 30 years. ALTEN Group operates in 30 countries across Europe, North America, Asia, Africa and the Middle East and employs more than 36,000 people, 88% of whom are engineers. The company covers the whole development cycle and offers a choice of service levels, from technology consulting to complete project outsourcing.
When you join ALTEN Technology USA, you join a group of people passionate about collaborating to solve some of the world’s most technical engineering challenges. Our success is tied to taking care of our employees by building relationships and providing opportunities for mentorship and career growth. We offer comprehensive benefits for all full-time employees, including medical, dental, and vision insurance; a 401(k) plan with employer matching; paid time off (PTO); paid parental leave; and mentorship to help you take your career to the next level. You don’t have to take our word for it that we are a great place to work—we were named on the 2023 Top Workplaces list thanks to feedback from our proud employees.
As a Data Systems Administrator you will;
- Collaborate with customers to facilitate data migration from legacy NFS/Samba storage to modern systems.
- Lead efforts to decommission outdated storage systems that have exceeded their useful lifespan.
- Execute operating system upgrades on storage systems to ensure they run on current versions, particularly transitioning to Ubuntu 22.04.
- Coordinate with Data Center operations to replace malfunctioning drives within storage systems.
- Enhance monitoring dashboards and alerting systems to ensure optimal performance and quick issue resolution.
- Develop scripts and tools to streamline self-service capabilities and bolster automation within storage infrastructure.
- Enhance documentation and procedures pertaining to storage systems to improve overall efficiency and maintain consistency.
- Contribute to process improvements by updating documentation, refining automation, and implementing monitoring and reporting enhancements.
Required Qualifications;
- Ability to work fully onsite in Foster City, California.
- Proficient in Linux OS administration, with a focus on storage and networking.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills to foster positive customer relationships over extended periods.
- Experience in configuring and maintaining file systems, including NFS, Samba, and local file systems.
- Familiarity with IPMI and ILOM for effective system management.
- Understanding of Linux permissions, encompassing standard POSIX and NFSv4 protocols.
- Detail-oriented with the ability to manage multiple projects concurrently over prolonged durations
Bonus Qualifications;
- Experience with Ubuntu/Debian Linux distributions.
- Familiarity with VMware virtualization technology.
- Knowledge of Cluster or Software Defined Storage (SDS) solutions such as Quobyte, Ceph, Lustre, or Gluster.
- Proficiency with file storage appliances including TrueNAS, NetApp, DataDomain, Synology, and QNAP.
- Expertise in ZFS file system administration.
- Familiarity with automation software such as Saltstack, Ansible, or Puppet.
- Proficiency in scripting or programming languages like Python, BASH, Go, Rust, C, or C++.
- Experience with project management methodologies to effectively oversee initiatives and ensure timely delivery.
Salary Range: $100,000-115,000
The actual salary offered is dependent on various factors including, but not limited to, location, the candidate’s combination of job-related knowledge, qualifications, skills, education, training, and experience.
ALTEN Technology is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Our Policy is to extend opportunities to qualified applicants and employees on an equal basis regardless of an individual’s age, race, color, sex, religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression or veteran status.