Senior Systems Engineer - Linux

Job Description

We hope you're interested in building a home with us. Even if you don't feel that you meet every requirement listed in this job description, we still encourage you to apply.

About The Linux Engineering Team

You will be part of the Technical Solutions team responsible for designing, building, delivering and providing Linux Engineering support for our Linux server environments, as well as: Ansible, Puppet, Kubernetes, Docker, vRealize, VMware and Azure cloud. Our job is to ensure that every customer has the best experience possible utilizing the Linux solutions we provide.

Overview Of The Senior Linux Engineer Role

As a Senior Linux Engineer, you will be responsible for deploying the multi-year strategy for all of Williams-Sonoma's Linux infrastructure that supports our corporate and retail locations worldwide. You will work with other engineers to deliver performance and service standards from your internal customer's requirements. Using your technical experience, you will deploy to standards, automate service delivery, complete capacity planning and demonstrate efficient and effective use of the Linux environment.

Responsibilities

• Develop and Implement the technical standards for Linux OS running RHEL and CentOS.
• Kernel tuning
• Implement capacity planning for Linux REPOs and support tools for Linux, (ie, GitHub, Satellite, Kubernetes, Docker, Ansible, Jenkins)
• Work with the architects to evaluate new technologies and perform POCs (Proof of Concept labs) to extend the multi-year roadmap and set overall technical direction for our infrastructure team
• Gather, analyze and drive project requirements, design and implement Linux infrastructure components
• Work closely with Level2 team(s) and help define their workflow and runbooks
• Have the opportunity to be hands-on, working side by side with our people to get things done
• Grow and develop your team's technical capabilities, manage individual's priorities and tasks.
• Publish Build-To and review the As-Built documentation for current and new server related design deployments
• Provide insightful data to guide decision making and offer proactive solutions.
• Operate a computer and communicate via telephone
• Transport materials and equipment and lift, move, and carry objects up to 50 pounds on a limited basis
  
  
  

Criteria

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Computer Sciences, Engineering, or related field (an equivalent combination of related education, training, and experience may be considered)
• 7+ years of a managing Linux Operating Systems in an enterprise environment
• Fundamental understanding of deploying and supporting Linux servers in a highly available and fault tolerant enterprise level environment.
• Delivery of fully integrated, automated, and highly available Linux provisioning process with enterprise level tools and technologies
• You have a deep and wide understanding of Linux Operating Systems, Virtualization platforms, Cloud Computing, Configuration Management tools (example: Ansible, Puppet) and strong familiarity with Oracle and/or SQL databases, VMWare and/or HyperV
• You have a firm grasp of scripting techniques including Linux scripting language, Python, ksh, bash, shell scripting is highly desired
• You have strong working knowledge of security best practices for implementing highly secure Linux solutions
• Ideally, you have experience deploying and maintaining a Satellite patch solution and experience configuring and managing AD SPN objects on Linux servers using keytab files
• You have experience with configuration, administration and performance troubleshooting experience for Linux OS, apache/tomcat, and database servers running on Linux.
• You have hands-on experience with Ansible, Satellite, REPOs, and Linux automation
• You have knowledge of Server hardening, system monitoring, performance tuning and process mapping.
• Ability to perform work onsite in the Rocklin office.
  
  
  

We believe in People First

We firmly believe that working in a culture focused on diversity, equity, and inclusion spurs innovation, creates healthy and high-performing teams, and delivers superior customer experiences. Our DEI initiatives prompt associate participation and engagement, aligning with our core vision to reflect the communities where we do business and put people first.

Benefits Just For You

Depending on your position and your location, here are a few highlights of what you might be eligible for:

• A generous discount on all Williams-Sonoma, Inc. brands
• A 401(k) plan and other investment opportunities
• Paid vacations, holidays, and time off to volunteer
• Health benefits, dental and vision insurance, including same-sex domestic partner benefits
• Tax-free commuter benefits
• A wellness program that supports your physical, financial and emotional health
  
  
  

Your Journey in Continued Learning

• In-person and online learning opportunities through WSI University
• Cross-brand and cross-function career opportunities
• Resources for self-development
• Advisor (Mentor) program
• Career development workshops and learning programs
• Speaker series
  
  
  

WSI will not now or in the future commence an immigration case or "sponsor" an individual for this position (for example, H-1B or other employment-based immigration

This role is not eligible for relocation assistance.

Williams-Sonoma, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Williams-Sonoma, Inc. will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, or other applicable state or local laws and ordinances.

The expected starting pay range for this position is $92,000-$122,000. Applicable pay ranges may differ across markets. Actual pay will be determined based on experience and other job-related factors permitted by law. In addition to competitive pay, compensation may include a variety of other components like benefits, paid time off, merit, and bonus opportunities.

About Us

Our Company

Founded in 1956, Williams-Sonoma, Inc. is the premier specialty retailer of high-quality products for the kitchen and home in the United States. Our family of brands are Williams Sonoma, Williams Sonoma Home, Pottery Barn, Pottery Barn teen, pottery barn kids, Rejuvenation, Mark & Graham, west elm, or Outward. These brands are among the best known and most respected in the industry. We offer beautifully-designed, stylish and functional products for every area of the home, including the kitchen, living room, bedroom, home office, closet, laundry room and even outdoor spaces. We've seen some big changes since our first brick-and-mortar store opened more than half of a century ago. What hasn't changed is our passion for high-quality products, functional design, outstanding customer service, and enhancing the lives of our customers and the communities where we operate. Today, we're a multi-brand, multi-channel, global enterprise supported by state-of-the-art technology and some of the most talented teams in retailing - and we're always looking for new energy and ideas.