Linux Engineer

A software company in Glassboro, NJ is seeking a Senior Linux Engineer to join their infrastructure team. In this role, you will take ownership of critical Linux environments, lead deployments, and offload significant workload from senior leadership. The environment is highly stable and nearly 100% on-prem, with a heavy focus on RHEL and Debian systems.

This position is ideal for a self-sufficient, experienced Linux professional who thrives in hands-on server environments and enjoys tackling deployments, system maintenance, and supporting a large-scale infrastructure. You should be comfortable operating independently and contributing to ongoing automation and virtualization efforts.

Required Skills & Experience

5+ years of Linux system engineering experience (RHEL and / or Debian)

Proven ability to work independently with minimal supervision

Experience maintaining web servers running on Linux

Familiarity with large, on-prem physical infrastructure environments

Hands-on experience with VMware in enterprise environments

Basic scripting knowledge (Bash, Python, or similar) – not required, but helpful

Understanding of Linux-based system deployments, patching, monitoring, and troubleshooting

Strong documentation skills and experience following internal standards and procedures

Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail

What You Will Be Doing

Leading and managing heavy Linux deployments across RHEL and Debian systems

Supporting and maintaining web servers in a 99.99% on-prem environment

Collaborating with the infrastructure team to improve system performance and reliability

Assisting with early-stage automation initiatives and identifying opportunities for operational efficiency

Working in and supporting a large physical data center environment (minimal on-site presence required)

Monitoring, patching, and maintaining production systems to ensure uptime and compliance

Managing systems within a heavily virtualized VMware infrastructure

Taking ownership of tasks and relieving workload from senior engineers and management

The Offer

Competitive salary based on experience

Full benefits package (medical, dental, vision)

Paid time off and company holidays

401k with employer contribution

Professional development opportunities

Flexible work environment with limited on-site requirements

Additional Notes

Applicants must be authorized to work in the US on a full-time basis.