LINUX System Engineer - III jobs in Gurgaon at Rackspace Technology

Description
Rackspace is looking for a Software Developer with a Linux systems background to work on our Productivity Engineering Team. This team is responsible for the design, development, testing and deployment of a variety of messaging and big data systems. Our team members are full-stack engineers which means you will be automating deployments to the Linux servers we manage as well as writing software.
Primary Responsibility

Implementation of complex designs and development of large scale distributed systems

Job Complexity

Ensure completeness and compatibility of the technical infrastructure to support system performance
Keep informed of new technology
Follow and execute Rackspace change management
Participate in systems/code reviews and design sessions
Facilitate Root Cause Analysis sessions
Delivers brown bags/tech talks to internal groups
Take full ownership of product life cycle

Experience/Education

2+ years of scripting language development experience (Python, Ruby, Perl, etc.)
2+ years Linux systems experience, including systems administration or engineering experience
Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or a related technical field preferred
RHCE preferred

Nice To Have Knowledge/Skills/Ability

Linux programming experience beyond scripting using a language such as C or C++
Familiarity with Internet email protocols (POP, IMAP, SMTP) and email architecture
Experience using a configuration management system (Chef, Ansible, etc.)
Experience working with a large-scale system (1000+ servers)
Experience with relational databases (preferably MySQL)
Experience with non-relational databases (preferably Redis, Cassandra and Solr)
Experience with message brokers such as RabbitMQ or Kafka
Experience with Linux logging services like Syslog-ng and Flume
Web hosting experience using NGNIX or Apache
Experience with Agile methodologies (Scrum, XP, Lean, Kanban, etc.)
Familiarity with continuous integration and continuous deployment concepts
Able to resolve problems in a timely manner and seek out guidance and knowledge when needed
Beginning understanding of business impact
Provide constructive feedback during systems/code reviews and design sessions
Understands architectural principles (e.g. high availability, security, business continuity, etc)

About Rackspace
We accelerate the value of the cloud during every phase of digital transformation. By managing apps, data, security and multiple clouds, we are the best choice to help customers get to the cloud, innovate with new technologies and maximize their IT investments. We have been honored by Fortune, Forbes, Glassdoor and others as one of the best places to work. Join us on our mission to build the world’s best technology services company.
More on Rackspace
Rackers aren’t all alike. We look different. We think uniquely. We are from many places and our beliefs & backgrounds vary. But, being a Racker — a valued member of a winning team on an inspiring mission – is what connects us all. Rackers are encouraged to bring their whole self to work every day, as we know that unique perspectives fuel innovation and enable us to best serve our customers & communities around the globe. We welcome you to apply today and want you to know that we are committed to offering equal employment opportunity without regard to age, color, disability, gender, gender reassignment or identity or expression, genetic information, marital or civil partner status, pregnancy or maternity status, military or veteran status, nationality, ethnic or national origin, race, religion or belief, sexual orientation, or any legally protected characteristic. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation, please let us know.