Linux expert

Design the Tomorrow. Every day.We are on a mission of taking the world into a new future, connecting it, and enabling new ways of seeing it. By the power of curiosity and passion, using technology, and in full partnership - we lead change day by day. Our vision is built by individuals, connected to one another. We are in the business of creating our own reality when it’s the daily effort that counts – for an exciting future, one we wish to live in.We are seeking an experienced and hands-on Linux expert to manage our Linux and infrastructure environment. This role includes both technical responsibilities and team leadership, with a strong emphasis on supporting R&D teams working in CAD (HW/SW), RF, and software engineering environments. The ideal candidate will have a deep understanding of Linux system administration, DevOps practices, storage systems, virtualization platforms, and infrastructure supporting EDA tools such as Cadence, Synopsys, ARM, and others.Requirements:6+ years of experience in Linux system administrationProven experience with EDA/CAD environments (Cadence, Synopsys, ARM, KeySight...) and floating license management.Solid hands-on experience with:NetApp storage systemsLinux distributions: RedHat, Rocky 8, CentOS, UbuntuScripting in Bash and PythonVirtualization technologies: VMware, Proxmox (optional)Docker, and Rancher (advantage)Automation tools (Ansible, Puppet – advantage)Monitoring tools like Nagios, Grafana,Experience with AWS and hybrid cloud infrastructureFamiliarity with supporting both Linux and Microsoft environmentsStrong problem-solving skills, with the ability to troubleshoot complex infrastructure issuesSelf learning capabilities for new technologies.At Sony Semiconductor Israel, you have the opportunity to work with cutting-edge technology among professional colleges and teammates in an innovative environment that fosters creativity, partnership, and initiative. Join and explore new boundaries and enjoy extensive benefits. Let's design the tomorrow, together.Responsibilities:Provide technical support to R&D departments (HW/SW CAD, RF) and engineering teams using EDA tools.Deploy, configure, and maintain Linux systems (RedHat, Rocky, CentOS, Ubuntu) across physical and virtual environments (VMware, Proxmox).Support hybrid cloud environments including AWS.Administer NetApp storage systems and ensure effective data management and backup.Oversee DevOps pipelines, automation tools (Ansible, Puppet), and CI/CD infrastructures.Manage containerized environments (Docker, Rancher).Monitor system health using tools like Nagios or other monitoring solutions.Support and maintain floating license servers (LMGRD) for CAD and other licensed tools.Provide technical support to both Linux and Microsoft users as needed.Work with databases such as MySQL and PostgreSQL.Collaborate with IT and other cross-functional teams on infrastructure-related initiatives.