[Hiring] Linux / Hypervisor Engineer @Match Point Solutions

Role Description

We are seeking an experienced Linux / Hypervisor Engineer to support an enterprise infrastructure team through the end of the year. This role will primarily focus on performing Linux OS upgrades and VMware-to-Nutanix VM migrations during scheduled after-hours maintenance windows. The ideal candidate should be comfortable working independently during nights and weekends and be flexible with occasional changes to scheduled maintenance windows.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform Linux operating system upgrades, primarily from Linux 7.9 to 8.10 or 9.x.
• Migrate virtual machines from VMware clusters to Nutanix infrastructure.
• Execute infrastructure changes during scheduled overnight maintenance windows.
• Support and troubleshoot Linux OS and virtualization environments during migrations and upgrades.
• Validate system functionality, application availability, and VM health following upgrades and migrations.
• Troubleshoot and resolve issues encountered during maintenance activities.
• Follow established change management, documentation, and operational procedures.
• Coordinate with the overnight infrastructure team and other technical teams as needed.
• Provide after-hours and weekend support as required by maintenance schedules.

Qualifications

• Strong hands-on experience with Linux system administration.
• Experience performing Linux OS upgrades, particularly RHEL/CentOS 7.x to 8.x/9.x or equivalent.
• Strong experience with VMware virtualization and VM migrations.
• Experience with Nutanix environments and VM migration is highly preferred.
• Understanding of virtualization, networking, storage, and enterprise infrastructure concepts.
• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work independently during overnight maintenance windows.
• Willingness to work nights and weekends with some schedule flexibility.
• Strong communication and documentation skills.

Requirements

• Most maintenance windows are expected to begin between 5:00 PM and 10:00 PM, with occasional exceptions.
• Flexibility for additional after-hours and weekend work is required.

Company Description

MatchPoint Solutions is a fast-growing, young, energetic global IT-Engineering services company with clients across the US. We provide technology solutions to various clients like Uber, Robinhood, Netflix, Airbnb, Google, Sephora, and more! More recently, we have expanded to working internationally in Canada, China, Ireland, UK, Brazil, and India. Through our culture of innovation, we inspire, build, and deliver business results, from idea to outcome. We keep our clients on the cutting edge of the latest technologies and provide solutions by using industry-specific best practices and expertise.