Linux/MQ Engineer

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Linux/Active MQ Engineer
REQUIRES: SECRET
FULLY Remote
MQ and Linux Engineer (with Kubernetes/Rancher experience)
We are seeking a skilled MQ and Linux Engineer with hands-on experience in Kubernetes or Rancher to join our infrastructure team. The ideal candidate will be responsible for maintaining and optimizing our enterprise messaging systems, Linux environments, and container orchestration platforms.
Key Responsibilities:

• Install, configure, and maintain MQ (or similar messaging systems) across multiple environments.
• Manage and troubleshoot Linux-based systems (Red Hat, CentOS, or similar).
• Deploy, monitor, and maintain containerized applications using Kubernetes or Rancher.
• Implement and maintain automated deployment pipelines for infrastructure and applications.
• Ensure the high availability and performance of messaging systems and related infrastructure.
• Monitor systems using tools such as Prometheus, Grafana, ELK, or similar.
• Participate in on-call rotations and respond to critical incidents promptly.
• Collaborate with development, security, and operations teams to deliver end-to-end solutions.
• Maintain and create technical documentation, procedures, and best practices.

Qualifications:

Required:

• 7+ years of experience in Linux system administration.
• experience managing IBM MQ, RabbitMQ, or other enterprise messaging systems.
• Experience with container orchestration platforms: Kubernetes or Rancher.
• Strong scripting skills (e.g., Bash, Python, or Ansible).
• Experience with CI/CD tools (e.g., Jenkins, GitLab CI, or similar).
• Familiarity with SSL, TLS, and security best practices for middleware and Linux systems.

Preferred:

• Experience with hybrid cloud environments (AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud Platform).
• Familiarity with Helm charts, Istio, or other Kubernetes-native tools.
• Certification in Red Hat, Kubernetes (CKA/CKAD), or relevant MQ technologies.

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System One, and its subsidiaries including Joul, ALTA IT Services, TeamPeople, and Mountain Ltd., are leaders in delivering outsourced services and workforce solutions across North America. We help clients get work done more efficiently and economically, without compromising quality. System One not only serves as a valued partner for our clients, but we offer eligible employees health and welfare benefits coverage options including medical, dental, vision, spending accounts, life insurance, voluntary plans, as well as participation in a 401(k) plan.

System One is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, family care or medical leave status, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.