Sr. Associate

Sr. Associate - Linux Administrator Department: Technology Employment Type: Full Time Location: Barcelona Description Are you ready to take ownership of large-scale Linux infrastructure that powers mission-critical operations worldwide? Do you thrive on solving complex system challenges, driving automation, and ensuring security and performance at scale? Make a tangible impact on global operations while mentoring and guiding a high performing team. Join Shipco IT as a Sr. Associate – Linux Administrator In this role, you’ll design, deploy, and optimize Linux infrastructure to ensure high availability, security, and performance across global operations. You’ll lead automation initiatives, implement best-in-class security practices, manage critical applications and databases, and mentor junior team members – ensuring a scalable, reliable, and secure environment that drives business success. What You'll Do… System Administration: Create, deploy, and troubleshoot Linux servers, apply security updates, perform backups, conduct disaster recovery, and apply patches to maintain a stable and secure environment. Project Support: Assist in migrations of applications and services, maintain server inventory and documentation, and ensure seamless integration with hybrid infrastructure. Cross-Functional Collaboration: Work closely with application architects, developers, and global business stakeholders to deploy appropriate technologies and ensure integration with existing systems. Knowledge Transfers & Documentation: Share best practices with teammates to foster continuous learning. Create and maintain infrastructure and network diagrams for clarity and scalability. Automation & Scripting: Develop and implement automation strategies using Bash, Python, PowerShell, or cloud CLIs to streamline system administration tasks and deployments. Security & Compliance: Configure and manage syslog/rsyslog for centralized log management. Harden Linux servers and ensure compliance with organizational security standards. Database Management: Administer MySQL and PostgreSQL databases, including backups, disaster recovery, and performance optimization. Monitoring & Quality Assurance: Monitor system operations and performance. Troubleshoot and resolve system and application issues proactively. Troubleshooting: Analyze application and system logs to identify root causes and implement permanent solutions. Mentorship & Leadership: Act as a technical mentor and escalation point for junior systems administrators, guiding them in best practices and complex troubleshooting. What You’ll Need… Bachelor’s degree (or higher) in Computer Science or a related field, with equivalent experience considered. RHCE (Red Hat Certified Engineer) certification or equivalent, AWS Solutions Architect or SysOps certifications highly desirable. 7-8 years of proven, hands‑on experience as a Linux System Administrator. Expertise in Red Hat Linux and derivatives, Ubuntu, and Linux command-line administration. Proven experience administering Linux servers running Apache, Nginx, Tomcat, NPM, or similar technologies. Solid experience with syslog/rsyslogd configuration, management, and log interpretation. Skilled in Linux server hardening, package installation/configuration via RPM, and deployment of RPM packages. Exposure to cloud platforms, particularly AWS, with practical implementation experience preferred. Proven experience with automation and scripting (Bash, Python, PowerShell, or cloud CLIs) to manage Linux infrastructure efficiently. Strong troubleshooting, analytical, and structured problem‑solving skills, coupled with excellent communication and collaboration abilities, especially in English. Ability to work independently and collaboratively, with strong attention to detail and organizational discipline. Experience collaborating with international teams and communicating effectively across time zones. Flexibility to work shifts within a 24/7 operational setup. Here’s What We Offer … At Shipco-IT, we pride ourselves on our vibrant and supportive culture. Exciting Work Culture: Join our friendly, supportive team and start making a difference from day one Innovate Logistics: Help improve global efficiency and shape the future of logistics Collaborative Environment: Work with leaders in the industry in a creative and open culture Growth Opportunities: Reach your full potential with abundant professional and personal development options Competitive Compensation: Earn a salary that reflects your skills and expertise Awards and Recognition: For outstanding performance or significant contributions to the company's success Join Shipco-IT and be part of a team that’s shaping the future of the transportation and logistics industry. Visit us at / follow us on LinkedIn #J-18808-Ljbffr