Linux System Admin
Allentown, NJ - Need to be on W2
Students are welcome to apply
7 days work (9 hours per day ) then 7 days leave
Role Summary
We are seeking a technically skilled Deployment Technician (Logical) responsible for troubleshooting, configuring, and validating server operating systems, firmware, and logical configurations as part of large-scale data center deployments. This role focuses on system-level readiness, quality assurance, and verification activities to ensure servers meet deployment and operational standards prior to production handoff.
Server Configuration & Validation
· Troubleshoot and resolve issues related to Linux TPU and server OS configuration.
· Validate and verify BIOS/UEFI policies, RAID configurations, and Host Bus Adapter (HBA) settings.
· Ensure logical system configurations align with deployment standards and documented requirements.
Firmware & Operating System Support
· Perform troubleshooting and issue resolution for firmware and operating system installations.
· Identify configuration defects, deployment failures, and compatibility issues, escalating as appropriate with detailed diagnostics.
· Support remediation of system-level issues impacting readiness or performance.
Testing, Diagnostics & Quality Assurance
· Assist with diagnostic and validation test suites to confirm servers meet quality assurance standards prior to deployment.
· Validate successful completion of test results and document exceptions or failures.
· Support continuous improvement of validation methodologies and testing effectiveness.
Tools & Deployment Platforms
· Use Google deployment tools to troubleshoot and resolve logical, system-level deployment problems.
· Follow standardized deployment workflows while identifying opportunities to improve tool usage and reliability.
Process Documentation & Continuous Improvement
· Develop, maintain, and update Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) for configuration, validation, and troubleshooting activities.
· Contribute to improvements in consistency, efficiency, and reliability of deployment and validation processes.
· Document lessons learned, recurring issues, and corrective actions to support operational excellence.
Required Skills & Experience
· Hands-on experience with server OS deployment, configuration, and troubleshooting.
· Strong understanding of BIOS/UEFI settings, RAID configurations, and HBA configuration principles.
· Experience troubleshooting firmware-related and operating system issues in a data center or lab environment.
· Familiarity with system-level validation and diagnostic testing practices.
· Ability to follow detailed procedures and accurately document outcomes and exceptions.
Preferred Qualifications
· Experience supporting large-scale or hyperscale server deployments.
· Familiarity with Google deployment or provisioning tools.
· Experience working with TPU-enabled systems or specialized compute platforms.
· Background in continuous improvement, SOP development, or quality assurance processes.
Work Environment Requirements
· Ability to work in a data center or lab environment for extended periods.
· Flexibility to support deployment schedules, maintenance windows, or surge activities as required.
· Strong attention to detail and ability to work independently while collaborating with cross-functional teams.