[Hiring] Workplace Architect @Aleph

Role Description

We are looking for a highly skilled and experienced Senior Systems Administrator to join our dynamic team. The ideal candidate brings deep expertise in:

• Linux systems management
• Networking
• Web server administration
• Monitoring
• Hardware
• Databases
• Cybersecurity
• Public cloud platforms — specifically AWS and GCP

This role requires the ability to work independently, collaborate effectively with internal teams and external partners, and thrive in a fast-paced environment.

What you'll do:

• Linux & Virtualisation
  • Install, administer, and maintain Linux operating systems, including Debian and RHEL distributions.
  • Design, deploy, and maintain virtualisation environments (libvirt) and containerisation tools (LXC, Docker).
  • Manage Kubernetes (K8s) clusters — deployments, services, scaling, and troubleshooting in production environments.
• L3 Networking
  • Strong knowledge of networking protocols and services: IP, routing (static, OSPF, BGP), DNS, VPN, HA technologies (bridging, keepalive), firewalls, and Cisco Meraki.
  • Design and maintain secure, high-availability network infrastructure across distributed environments.
• Cloud Infrastructure — AWS & GCP
  • AWS: EC2, VPC, IAM, S3, RDS, EKS, CloudWatch, CloudTrail, Lambda. Experience with cost optimisation (Cost Explorer, Savings Plans) and security groups/policies.
  • GCP: Compute Engine, GKE, Cloud Storage, Cloud SQL, VPC, IAM, and Cloud Monitoring. Familiarity with Terraform or similar IaC tools for cloud resource management.
  • Experience managing multi-tenant cloud environments and migration projects (on-prem → cloud).
  • Understanding of cloud security principles: encryption, secrets management (HashiCorp Vault, AWS Secrets Manager), Zero Trust networking.
• Web Servers & Databases
  • Configure and manage web servers: Nginx, Apache, PHP.
  • Database administration with MySQL/MariaDB, including replication technologies (bin-log, Galera).
  • Experience with Redis, Memcache, Supervisord, and Logstash.
• Monitoring & Security
  • Infrastructure monitoring using Nagios, Zabbix, Grafana, Prometheus, and Netdata.
  • Apply cybersecurity principles including vulnerability management, SIEM, and XDR.
  • Certificate lifecycle management (PKI, Let's Encrypt) and vulnerability scanning.
• Automation & IaC
  • Infrastructure as Code using Terraform, Ansible, or Puppet.
  • Scripting in Bash, Python, or similar languages to automate repetitive operational tasks.
  • Experience with CI/CD pipelines (GitLab CI, GitHub Actions, or equivalent) is a plus.
• General Responsibilities
  • Provide occasional L2 technical support assistance.
  • Create and maintain technical documentation, knowledge base articles, and runbooks — Atlassian Stack (Confluence, Jira).
  • Manage IT assets including hardware, software licences, and peripheral devices.
  • Collaborate closely with external support teams and the R&D department on technology projects.

Qualifications

• Degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field — or equivalent practical experience.
• 5+ years of experience in Linux systems administration and IT infrastructure management.
• Proven hands-on experience with AWS and/or GCP in a production environment.
• Strong understanding of the technologies listed above.
• Excellent problem-solving skills with the ability to troubleshoot complex issues independently.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills; ability to collaborate effectively across teams and with external stakeholders.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities simultaneously.
• Relevant certifications are a strong plus: RHCE, CCNA, AWS Solutions Architect, GCP Associate Cloud Engineer, or equivalent.
• Fluent written and spoken English.

Benefits

• Aleph is a place of many cultures, perspectives, and talents.
• We support each other, creating an environment of giving and receiving.
• We value partnership and communication because we believe it takes a group of people to achieve great things.
• We are energized by our ever-changing industry, our curiosity keeps us learning and seeking out new opportunities.
• We stay flexible and adaptable, and believe in moving with the speed of change.
• We encourage everyone to strive for more, providing our internal talent with growth opportunities and the ability to learn together.