Tata Consultancy Services

Unix System Programmer

Tata Consultancy Services$120K — $130K *
Information Technology
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Strong knowledge of Unix/Linux operating systems and internals.
  • Proficiency in C and Perl programming for system and network tasks.
  • Experience with TCP/IP networking and inter-process communication.
  • Understanding of security practices and secure coding standards.
  • Hands-on experience with Kerberos authentication and security frameworks.

Responsibilities

  • Develop and optimize system applications on Unix/Linux platforms using C.
  • Design and implement network solutions with sockets and IPC.
  • Create automation scripts and system utilities with Perl.
  • Troubleshoot OS, application, and network issues effectively.
  • Implement secure coding practices and support authentication mechanisms.

Benefits

  • Discretionary annual incentive and performance bonus.
  • Comprehensive medical coverage including dental and vision.
  • Family support through maternal and parental leave.
  • Insurance options for auto, home, and identity theft protection.
  • Professional growth support with certification and training reimbursement.
  • Generous time off policy including vacation and sick leave.
  • Legal and financial assistance such as a 401K plan and student loan refinancing.
Full Job Description
Must Have Technical/Functional Skills
• Strong knowledge of Unix/Linux operating systems and system internals.
• Proficiency in C programming with hands-on experience in system and network programming.
• Strong experience with Perl scripting for automation and system administration tasks.
• Good understanding of TCP/IP networking, sockets, and inter-process communication.
• Knowledge of security concepts, secure coding standards, and defensive programming techniques.
• Experience with Kerberos authentication and related security frameworks.
• Familiarity with debugging, performance tuning, and system diagnostics tools.
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.

Roles & Responsibilities

We are seeking a highly skilled Unix/Linux System Programmer with strong expertise in C programming, Perl scripting, and Unix/Linux system and network programming. The ideal candidate will be responsible for developing, enhancing, and supporting low-level system applications, network services, and security-focused solutions in a complex enterprise environment.

Key Responsibilities:
• Develop, maintain, and optimize system-level applications on Unix/Linux platforms using C.
• Design and implement network programming solutions utilizing sockets, IPC, and other communication protocols.
• Create and maintain automation scripts and system utilities using Perl.
• Analyze and troubleshoot operating system, application, and network-related issues.
• Implement secure coding practices and promote defensive programming methodologies.
• Support authentication and authorization mechanisms, including Kerberos integration.
• Monitor system performance and recommend tuning and optimization improvements.
• Collaborate with infrastructure, security, and application teams to ensure platform stability and security.
• Participate in code reviews, testing, and deployment activities.
• Experience with shell scripting (Bash/Korn Shell).
• Exposure to multi-threaded and concurrent programming.
• Knowledge of Linux security controls and identity management solutions.
• Experience in enterprise, banking, or financial services environments.
• Familiarity with source control tools such as Git.

TCS Employee Benefits Summary:

Discretionary Annual Incentive.

Comprehensive Medical Coverage: Medical & Health, Dental & Vision, Disability Planning & Insurance, Pet Insurance Plans.

Family Support: Maternal & Parental Leaves.

Insurance Options: Auto & Home Insurance, Identity Theft Protection.

Convenience & Professional Growth: Commuter Benefits & Certification & Training Reimbursement.

Time Off: Vacation, Time Off, Sick Leave & Holidays.

Legal & Financial Assistance: Legal Assistance, 401K Plan, Performance Bonus, College Fund, Student Loan Refinancing.

Salary Range: $120,000 - $130,000 a year

About Tata Consultancy Services

Tata Consultancy Services (TCS) is an Indian multinational information technology (IT) services and consulting company, headquartered in Mumbai, Maharashtra, India. It is a subsidiary of Tata Group and operates in 149 locations across 46 countries. TCS is the largest Indian company by market capitalization and is ranked 11th on the Forbes Global 2000 list of the world's biggest public companies. TCS is also the second-largest IT services company in the world by revenue and the largest employer of women in India. The company provides services in areas including IT, consulting, and business solutions.
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