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Linux Systems / Data Center Admin

Job DescriptionJob DescriptionOur client, a world leader in semiconductor manufacturing, is looking for a Linux Systems / Data Center Admin.

Duration: Long-Term Contract (Possibility Of Further Extension)
Location: Milpitas, CA
Company Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, Paid Sick leave, 401K

Job Summary
This role supports the setup, maintenance, and operation of a high‑performance computing (HPC) cluster. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys working with both hardware and Linux-based systems and is comfortable in a fast-paced, technical setting.

Key Responsibilities

  • Perform rack & stack, cabling, and physical setup of servers
  • Monitor, maintain, and troubleshoot Linux-based systems
  • Write and use basic Bash/Python scripts to automate routine tasks
  • Set up system monitoring and alerts to ensure uptime
  • Diagnose and resolve hardware and infrastructure issues
  • Collaborate with engineers and developers to ensure smooth operations

Required Skills

  • Hands-on experience with server hardware and components
  • Strong comfort working in a Linux environment (Ubuntu, CentOS, RHEL, etc.)
  • Basic knowledge of Bash or Python scripting
  • Experience with troubleshooting and system maintenance
  • Understanding of networking and cabling

Nice to Have

  • Experience with Git, Jenkins, or CI/CD tools
  • Exposure to containers (Docker/Kubernetes)
  • Familiarity with monitoring tools (Nagios, Prometheus, Grafana, etc.)
  • Experience in data center or HPC environments

If interested, please send us your updated resume at hr@dawarconsulting.com/lakshmi@dawarconsulting.com.