Senior Linux Software/System Architect

Overview

Are you a Senior Linux Software/System Architect who would like to have a positive impact for millions of people? If so, we may have an opportunity for you!

 

Responsibilities

• Design, build, and manage scalable, highly available, and secure cloud infrastructure in AWS and Azure.
• Linux administration in a cloud environments.
• Implement and maintain Infrastructure as Code (IaC) using Terraform, ARM/Bicep, or CloudFormation.
• Automate system deployment, configuration, patching, and monitoring using Ansible, SSM, Azure Automation, etc.
• Monitor, troubleshoot, and optimize cloud environments using CloudWatch, Azure Monitor, Log Analytics.
• Manage identity and access controls, enforce security best practices, and remediate vulnerabilities.
• Support application teams with cloud infrastructure needs including networking, performance tuning, and CI/CD integration.
• Participate in on-call rotation and incident response for critical cloud infrastructure issues.

Qualifications

• Experience in AWS and/or Azure cloud infrastructure design, implementation, and managing automation solutions using Ansible.
• Linux administration in a cloud environments.
• Strong scripting skills in Bash, PowerShell, or Python.
• Working knowledge of cloud security (e.g., IAM, Defender for Cloud, GuardDuty).
• Experience with monitoring and alerting tools (CloudWatch, Azure Monitor, Dynatrace, ScienceLogic1).
• Understanding of networking fundamentals (DNS, subnets, firewalls, load balancers).

 

Preferred Qualifications

• AWS or AZURE Cloud Certifications (highly preferred).
• Experience with hybrid cloud or cloud migration projects.
• Familiarity with ITSM tools like ServiceNow.
• Strong analytical and troubleshooting skills.
• Excellent communication and documentation skills.
• Self-starter with ability to work independently and mentor junior team members.
• Collaborative mindset and ability to work in cross-functional teams.

Education:

• Master’s degree in computer science, electronics engineering or related technical discipline and 10+ years’ work experience.
• Ten (10) years of additional relevant experience may be substituted for education (20 years total).

 

Clearance: 

• The ability to pass a Tier 4/HIGH Background Investigation.

 

Location:

• Remote, USA.
• Monday - Friday (8:00 AM - 4:00 PM CST).

 

Pay Range:

• The pay for this position ranges from $88,730 to $103,500.
• The actual salary offer will carefully consider a wide range of factors, including your skills, qualifications, experience, and location.
• Also, certain positions are eligible for additional forms of compensation, such as bonuses.
• TISTA associates are eligible to participate in our comprehensive benefits plan! More information can be found here: https://tistatech.com/working-at-tista/