Overview
At QIAGEN, we are driven by a simple but powerful vision: making improvements in life possible.
We’re dedicated to revolutionizing science and healthcare for the better. From our entrepreneurial roots to our current global presence, we've grown into a force for positive change. With thousands of employees across six continents, collaboration is our greatest strength. We’re always striving to identify talented individuals to join our exceptional teams.
We have played a pivotal role in shaping modern science and healthcare, and we're just getting started. If you're someone who thrives on new challenges, values diversity and wants to make a tangible difference in people's lives, then QIAGEN is the place for you.
At QIAGEN, every day is an opportunity to make a real-life impact.
Join us, grow with us, and together, let's shape the future of biological discovery.
About the opportunity
Joining QIAGEN Digital Insights means embracing a dynamic realm of bioinformatics innovation. At the forefront of revolutionizing healthcare and life sciences, we pioneer cutting-edge solutions that decipher the complexities of biological data.
The Senior Linux Systems Administrator / Storage Infrastructure Engineer is responsible for managing and supporting enterprise Linux environments, Dell EMC storage systems, virtualization platforms, backup and replication solutions, and automation initiatives. The position focuses on ensuring the availability, scalability, security, and performance of production infrastructure while collaborating closely with engineering teams to maintain reliable system deployments and operational consistency.
Your tasks include
Provide support for EMC storage infrastructure (SAN, NFS, CIFS, ISCSI, etc).
Troubleshoot complex Linux issues in production, lab, and corporate environments.
Manage Backups and Replication.
Develop and maintain automation scripts.
Deploy and scale production systems with minimal downtime.
Secure/harden operating systems against compromise.
Work closely with engineering to script and maintain release consistency across environments.
Assist in network/Linux infrastructure planning, design, and maintenance.
Manage Storage purchase and maintenance renewals.
On-call rotation and after hours support.
Your profile
7-10 years of experience with Linux system administration (SUSE, Rocky, Redhat).
Working knowledge of Linux and Virtualization (VMware and Xen).
Advanced knowledge of TCP/IP and networking.
Strong Linux system programming using a shell and a higher-level language.
Strong and current working knowledge of modern x64-based server hardware.
Experience building Linux kernels and troubleshooting kernel issues.
Willing to participate in a 24x7 on-call rotation.
Experience configuring systems and storage for use with databases. (Postgres)
Strong knowledge in various systems disciplines (DNS, LDAP, SMTP, SSH/SSL, NTP, package managers, TPC/IP internals, volume managers/filesystems).
Strong hands-on experience configuring and scaling a growing storage infrastructure requirement.
Ability to create a capacity plan, redundancy model, and replication on the Dell/EMC Unity platforms.
Experience administering and managing collocated servers.
Experience with Backup solutions (Veeam, Netbackup etc)
Preferred:
BS in Computer Science.
Experience with open-source monitoring and alerting systems (eg: Nagios, Zabbix, PRTG, Cacti).
Experience with VMware / Xen based server virtualization.
Experience with systems automation management tools such as Puppet or Chef.
The estimated base salary range for this position is $140,000 - $170,000. Compensation will be based on the candidate’s experience, skills, geographic location, and other job-related factors. In addition to base salary, we offer a total compensation package that includes a bonus plan and generous benefits.
What we offer
Bonus/Commission
Local benefits
Referral Program
Volunteer Day
Internal Academy (QIALearn)
Employee Assistance Program
Hybrid work (conditional to your role)
Our people are the heartbeat of everything we do. Passion drives us as we push boundaries to innovate and evolve. We inspire with our leadership and make an impact with our actions. We cultivate a collaborative, supportive environment where each individual and team can flourish. We champion accountability and encourage entrepreneurial thinking.
QIAGEN is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, or disability.
Skills Required
- 7-10 years Linux system administration experience (SUSE, Rocky, Redhat)
- Support and administration of EMC storage infrastructure (SAN, NFS, CIFS, iSCSI)
- Working knowledge of virtualization platforms (VMware and Xen)
- Advanced TCP/IP and networking knowledge
- Strong Linux system programming using shell and a higher-level language
- Experience building Linux kernels and troubleshooting kernel issues
- Experience configuring systems and storage for databases (Postgres)
- Strong knowledge of DNS, LDAP, SMTP, SSH/SSL, NTP, package managers, TCP/IP internals, volume managers and filesystems
- Hands-on experience configuring and scaling storage infrastructure and creating capacity/redundancy/replication models on Dell/EMC Unity
- Experience administering and managing collocated servers
- Experience with backup and replication solutions (Veeam, NetBackup etc.)
- Willingness to participate in a 24x7 on-call rotation and provide after-hours support
- Develop and maintain automation scripts and work with engineering for release consistency
- Experience with security hardening of operating systems
- BS in Computer Science
- Experience with open-source monitoring and alerting systems (Nagios, Zabbix, PRTG, Cacti)
- Experience with systems automation management tools such as Puppet or Chef
QIAGEN Compensation & Benefits Highlights
The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about QIAGEN and has not been reviewed or approved by QIAGEN.
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Flexible Benefits — Flexible work options (hybrid or remote where roles allow), flexible hours, sabbaticals, and site-specific childcare support work–life fit. Programs are presented as available where roles allow, signaling adaptable benefit design.
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Wellbeing & Lifestyle Benefits — A global Employee Assistance Program for employees and immediate family, alongside broader wellbeing initiatives and community volunteering time, provides everyday support. Recognition for inclusive culture reinforces the emphasis on a supportive environment.
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Parental & Family Support — Paid parental leave positioned as above typical U.S. norms and family-oriented offerings (e.g., on-site childcare at some locations) enhance caregiver support. Reports of solid PTO and holidays further strengthen family time.
QIAGEN Insights
What We Do
QIAGEN is the leading global provider of Sample to Insight solutions that enable customers to gain valuable molecular insights from samples containing the building blocks of life. Our sample technologies isolate and process DNA, RNA and proteins from blood, tissue and other materials. Assay technologies make these biomolecules visible and ready for analysis. Bioinformatics software and knowledge bases interpret data to report relevant, actionable insights. Automation solutions tie these together in seamless and cost-effective workflows. QIAGEN provides solutions to more than 500,000 customers around the world in Molecular Diagnostics (human healthcare) and Life Sciences (academia, pharma R&D and industrial applications, primarily forensics).
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