161 Unix Administrator jobs in the Philippines

Responsibilities:

The Senior UNIX Systems Administrator will be handling highly complex incidents, problem tickets, environment and OS provisioning, configuration and completion of requests from local and onshore users and related support and project tasks and will be working with the Design and Project teams as needed to determine if Projects/Requests require Standard Stack, New Architecture or New Design.

Qualifications:

· Must possess a Bachelor's/College Degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering or any related course.

· At least five years working experience on Linux platform (RedHat, SUSE, Ubuntu).

· Ability to write basic to complex shell scripts for systems administration and automation.

· Expert in using systems administration tools, commands, and processes to perform advanced configuration.

· Expert in implementing system security to comply with audit and address vulnerability issues.

· Ability to resolve problems independently.

· Demonstrates integrity and professionalism in taking responsibility.

· Strong interpersonal and communication skills.

· Results-oriented and willing to work on new technologies.

· Able to work independently and self-motivated.

· Good communication and documentation skills.

· Customer oriented and possesses Can-Do attitude.

Required Skills:

· RedHat, SUSE, Ubuntu Server Advance Administration skills

· Installation of UNIX/Linux Operating System (Automated/Non-automated)

· Operating System security hardening.

· Operating System Patch Management.

· Knowledge in infrastructure design concepts and implementation.

· Advance Scripting (BASH, Powershell, Batch and Ansible etc.)

· Advance skill in Server Resource Management (CPU, Memory, Storage)

· Advance VMWare vCenter Administration skills

· Advance Azure Administration skills

Preferred but not required:

· Advance RedHat Satellite Administration skill

· Advance skill in Ansible

· Advance skill in HA/Cluster servers

· Advance knowledge of networking

· Advance understanding of storage systems

· Project Management

Key Responsibilities:

· Perform 2nd and 3rd level support for Linux Server Platform

· Handle incident and change tickets that come into the groups queue.

· Provide solutions to highly complex issues/problems.

· Handle PBI tickets to permanently fix recurring problems and performance issues.

· Write basic to complex scripts for systems administration and automation.

· Manage and monitor server resources like CPU, memory, and storage (Vcenter, Azure, GCP, OCI)

· Working with Engineering as needed to determine if Projects/Requests require Standard Stack, New Architecture, or New Design.

· Preparing the Windows Operating System per design specifications.

· Apply configuration change and required fix and patches to meet the ongoing customer, business, and technology requirements.

· Install or assist with the installation of business applications/software.

The System Administrator (Unix/Linux) is responsible for the design, installation, configuration, implementation and operation of the enterprise Linux/Unix environment.

Duties and Responsibilities:

· Provisioning, configuring, and managing Linux/Unix Systems (e.g., Red Hat, Ubuntu, CentOS, Amazon Linux).

· Supports the operations of key enterprise Linux/UNIX platforms policies and procedures; provide reliable and timely responses to service requests.

· Perform enterprise level system upgrades of Linux/Unix operating systems, including evaluation and installation of OS and other application patches.

· Create and manage scripts to perform system tasks.

· Patching, upgrades, and security hardening of Linux servers.

· Providing technical support and expertise to ensure the smooth operation and successful completion of Linux-based projects.

· Provide engineering support of key infrastructure components.

· Proactively monitor servers via monitoring tools, i.e. New Relic, Zabbix etc. to anticipate and mitigate problems.

· Manage Service Level Agreements, documentation, and policy/procedure related to Linux/Unix environments.

· Resolve escalated issues from the IT Service Desk and other IT departments.

· Abide by all Change Management, Service Management and Incident Management processes and procedures. Attend Change Approval Board (CAB) meetings, and Incident Management conference calls as needed.

· Participate in the after-hours on-call rotation and respond to business emergencies.

· On-call rotation is required

Requirements:

· BA/BS degree in Computer Science or Information Technology or equivalent experience.

· Minimum 3-5 years' experience in managing Linux/UNIX platform and its core services

· Linux/UNIX system administration

· RedHat Linux, CentOS, Ubuntu, AWS resources, particularly EC2 instances running Linux.

· DNS Management

· Experience in managing, implementing and maintaining enterprise-level Linux/Unix server administration.

· On-Prem, AWS and other cloud platforms.

· Knowledge of Python programming language is a plus.

· Experience with Ansible automation is preferred.

· Strong verbal and written communication skills

· Strong analytical and troubleshooting skills

· Ability to prioritize and multi-task in a fast-paced working environment.

· Experience working in a 24/7 production engineering organization

· Ability to manage and deliver projects and solutions on time

Desired Skills:

· Bachelors degree in computer science preferred or equivalent professional experience.

· Certifications such as RedHat, AWS.

· Familiarity with Enterprise Networking, ITIL, ServiceNow, Jira, Change Management

· Knowledge of VoIP implementation and support.

· Strong problem-solving and analytical abilities.

· Knowledge of PCI-DSS, GDPR is a plus

Key tasks:

• Be the customers trusted advisor on how to design Linux based solutions and makes best use of company's operational capabilities.
• Consult the clints on the right solutions regarding security, availability, disaster recovery.
• Take part on customer projects, from small IOT test installation to large scale transitions.
• Ensure smooth transition of customers IT systems into company's operation.
• Bring in customer inspiration. As you will have a tight connection to the company Operations teams, you will be the voice of the customer bring in new perspectives that can guide company service development.

Job Requirements:

• Relevant bachelor's degree, and technical certifications.
• Extensive knowledge on UNIX/Linux administration supporting a large scale/global site from remote locations.
• At least 5 years solid working experience with extensive experience in daily operations/system administration with two or more UNIX/Linux flavors

Understanding the cores system of Unix/Linux operating systems:

• Files disk system, lvm
• Networking, internal FW
• User management, sudo
• Logging mechanisms
• Package management system, yum etc.
• High availability technology at least one

Primary operating systems are:

• Red Hat Enterprise Linux
• Ability to write/debug shell scripts.
• You have a consultant mindset and feel comfortable in a changing environment with many different tasks in motion at the same time.
• Profound knowledge of complex server operations and several years of experience with Red Hat or SUSE Enterprise Linux
• You have experience on one or more Cloud platforms Azure, AWS etc.
• You have taken relevant courses and obtained relevant certifications e.g. RHCSA (Red Hat Certified System Administrator, RHCE (Red Hat Certified Engineer) or RHCA (Red Hat Certified Architect).
• You know bash-shell scripting, Python Scripting, and preferably you can structure and write Ansible Playbooks
• We expect you to have knowledge of the basic ITIL processes.

Nice to have:

• RHCA (Redhat certification)
• Additional technologies
• HP-UX
• Solaris
• SLES
• Ubuntu
• AIX

Add on:

• Veritas cluster/file system
• PowerHA
• Scripting with Ansible
• Experience working with SAN/NAS and other Storage technologies (e.g., 3PAR, EMC VMAX/VNX/VPLEX).
• Symantec NetBackup experience is desired and other backup solutions.
• Familiarity on HP Enclosure and HP Tools (iLO and OA) and other blade technologies.
• Ability to explain technical matters in non-technical terms to non-technical management level.

Be a part of our fast-growing team and unchain all the possibilities

What is your mission?

We are looking for a Linux System Administrator to manage and maintain our on-premises and cloud-based infrastructure across RHEL, Ubuntu, and AWS environments. You will be responsible for system health, upgrades, security, automation, and performance tuning. This role is ideal for someone with strong Linux, scripting, and cloud operations skills who thrives in a dynamic enterprise IT environment.

You will provide the best service to our partner brands by performing these tasks:

• Administer and support Linux servers (RHEL, Ubuntu) across data centers, AWS cloud, and clinic offices
• Monitor system health and troubleshoot incidents on AWS (ECS, EC2, S3, Lambda, AMQ) and On-Prem infrastructure
• Perform OS upgrades, manage YUM/APT repositories, apply security patches, and install software
• Handle Active Directory / Linux user administration
• Configure and maintain file share protocols (NFS, SAMBA)
• Implement backup and disaster recovery solutions to ensure business continuity
• Document system changes, standard procedures, and incident resolutions
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to support and architect enterprise applications
• Participate in a rotating on-call schedule for critical systems support
• Manage container-based infrastructure running on ECS Docker
• Administer MongoDB at the OS level, including tuning, backup, and replication

Who are we looking for?

• Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, or a related field
• At least 3 years of experience administering RHEL and Ubuntu in both on-premises and AWS environments
• Advanced understanding of PKI, SSH, SSL/TLS, and secure authentication protocols
• Hands-on experience with Ansible or SALT for configuration management
• Strong scripting skills in Bash, Python, or similar
• Experience with NAS/SAN storage, LUN provisioning, and Linux file system setup
• Knowledge of containerization and orchestration (e.g., Docker, ECS)
• Familiarity with virtualization tools like VMware, Oracle VM (OVM), or Xen
• Experience with monitoring and log tools like PRTG, AWS CloudWatch/CloudTrail, and custom alerts

Company Perks:

• Above-industry salary package and incentives
• Comprehensive HMO benefits and life insurance from day 1
• Free learning and development courses for your personal and career growth
• Dynamic company events
• Opportunities for promotion
• Free meals and snacks

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: Php100, Php130,000.00 per month

Benefits:

• Additional leave
• Company Christmas gift
• Gym membership
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Opportunities for promotion
• Staff meals provided

Experience:

• AWS: 3 years (Required)
• Docker: 3 years (Required)
• Linux: 3 years (Required)

Work Location: In person

Job Description

We are looking for a reliable and skilled Linux System Administrator to oversee the configuration, stability, and security of our web hosting infrastructure. The ideal candidate will have experience managing Linux-based servers in a production environment, supporting development and deployment workflows, and handling day-to-day server maintenance, including web services, databases, DNS, SSL, and backups.

This role also includes release coordination support, ensuring a smooth transition of code from development to production environments.

Key Responsibilities

Server & Hosting Management

• Manage, monitor, and maintain Linux-based web servers
• Configure and optimize web services such as Apache, Nginx, and PHP
• Monitor server health, load, disk usage, and performance
• Implement regular system updates, security patches, and scheduled backups

Deployment & Release Support

• Coordinate and support application deployments to staging and production environments
• Maintain or improve simple deployment scripts or version-controlled workflows
• Assist the development team in resolving environment-related issues

Security & Access Control

• Enforce server hardening best practices (SSH, firewalls, intrusion prevention)
• Manage access control, including SSH keys and SFTP/FTP accounts
• Monitor server logs and implement responses to suspicious activity or incidents

Service Configuration & Maintenance

• Manage and troubleshoot web hosting stack components (Apache/Nginx, PHP, MySQL/MariaDB, email servers, etc.)
• Configure and manage DNS records, subdomains, and redirects
• Install and renew SSL certificates (Let's Encrypt, paid SSLs, etc.)

General IT and Dev Support

• Support developers with log access, server-side error debugging, and permissions
• Assist with release testing environments (staging/dev)
• Document standard procedures and maintain server-related documentation

Qualifications & Skills

Required:

• Solid experience in Linux system administration (CentOS, AlmaLinux, Ubuntu, or Debian)
• Strong understanding of web hosting stack (LAMP/LEMP)
• Experience managing Apache/Nginx, MySQL/MariaDB, PHP, and mail services
• Knowledge of DNS, SSL, domain setup, and backup procedures
• Familiar with basic shell scripting (bash)
• Ability to use standard Linux tools (rsync, journalctl, top, netstat, etc.)

Nice to Have:

• Familiarity with Git and code deployment workflows
• Experience with CI/CD tools (e.g., GitLab CI, Jenkins)
• Exposure to configuration tools (e.g., Ansible, Puppet)
• Basic knowledge of containerization (e.g., Docker)
• Experience with cloud-based hosting (AWS, DigitalOcean, Linode, etc.)

Soft Skills

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Detail-oriented with a proactive approach to server management
• Capable of working independently or in coordination with development teams
• Good communication and documentation skills

If you feel that you are the right person for the job, please email your CV, a cover letter stating your salary expectations, and an example of published work to with "Linux System Administrator" in the subject line.

Note: Office-based inside the Clark Freeport Zone, Pampanga

Location: Old - FPMI Building, New - HOCB Building,

J. Abad Santos Cr., Manunggal Street, Clark Freeport Zone, Pampanga 2023

Schedule: Shifting

Salary Range: To be discussed.

• Carry out maintenance to ensure stable and secure applications and IT infrastructure
• Update operational document library and logs all service incidents
• Systematically analyze performance data and communicates findings to senior
• Escalate potential service failures and security risks and recommends actions to improve service reliability
• Track reliability data against relevant service level agreements
• Track/Monitor and Remediate Security Alerts
• Investigate incidents to establish the root cause, and resolve or escalate
• Make sound decisions in emotionally charged environments on appropriate action required to minimize business impact
• Check the knowledge system to find out if a similar problem has occurred in the past
• Rapidly identify failing components, selecting alternatives such as repair, replace or configure
• Update knowledge base to facilitate future resolution of common errors
• Optimize system or component performance
• Integrate new software or software upgrades into an existing or a new system
• Comply with established processes and procedures such as, configuration management and package maintenance
• Document all activities during installation and records deviations and remedial activities
• Measure system performance before, during and after system integration
• Verify that integrated systems capabilities and efficiency match specifications
• Monitor utilization
• Produce regular and ad-hoc usage/growth reports
• Provide support to the Capacity Manager
• Perform analysis of service availability and outage

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Relevant experience on Linux and Windows Administration
• Relevant experience in Cloud Administration
• Relevant experience on endpoint security administration
• Relevant experience on Database Administration
• Relevant experience on Email Administration
• Relevant experience on Firewall Administration
• Relevant experience on Network Administration
• Information Security Governance
• Risk Management/ Operational Risk Compliance
• Policy Framework
• Backup Management and Disaster Recovery
• Information Security Awareness
• Training and Advocacy
• Risk Assessment
• SAP Basis Experience is a plus but not required
• Willing to work on site
• Willing to work at 16th Floor, Greenfield Tower Mayflower St., corner Wiliams St., Greenfield District, Mandaluyong City

As System Administrator, you will be responsible for the installation, configuration, maintenance, and reliable operation of computer systems and servers. Troubleshoots hardware and software issues, supporting network infrastructure, and collaborating with cross-functional teams.

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field.
• More than 2 years experience as System Administrator, Network Engineer or similar role in Software Development or IT companies.
• Knowledgeable and with experience with Windows and Linux server environments.
• Understanding and experience with networking, system monitoring tools, cloud platforms, and virtualization technologies.
• Has the passion to be trained as DevOps Engineer.
• Ability to work independently and with a team.
• Strong organization and time management skills.
• Has the resiliency and passion driven .

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: Php30, Php60,000.00 per month

Benefits:

• Additional leave
• Company Christmas gift
• Company events
• Free parking
• Health insurance
• On-site parking
• Opportunities for promotion
• Promotion to permanent employee

Work Location: In person

Are you an expert in Linux systems, automation, and cloud infrastructure? Do you thrive in a fast-paced, enterprise-grade environment? If so, we want to hear from you

As a Senior Linux Administrator, you'll play a key role in maintaining and optimizing our large-scale Linux environments, ensuring performance, security, and scalability across on-premise and cloud systems.

• Must-Have Technical Skills:

• Minimum RHCE certification or equivalent Linux administration expertise

• Deep experience in Linux technologies and enterprise hardware (e.g., HPE MoonShot, ProLiant servers)
• Strong experience with Linux automation tools (Ansible, Terraform, AWS/Azure APIs)
• Experience managing Microsoft Azure cloud environments
• Proficiency in at least one scripting language: Shell, Perl, or Python
• Familiarity with RPM/DPKG packaging, large-scale Linux deployments, and automated installation (e.g., Kickstart)
• Knowledge of Linux virtualization (QEMU/KVM) and monitoring tools (e.g., Zabbix, Prometheus, Nagios)
• Working knowledge of Active Directory, Azure AD, SAML SSO, VMware, and Windows Server/Desktop OS
• Solid grasp of TCP/IP networking, IT security concepts, and web architecture (SaaS, PaaS)

• Nice to Have:

• Exposure to FreeBSD, embedded Linux, or SIEM tools like Splunk

• Experience with Thin/Zero Client architecture
• Background in SAP on UNIX/Linux, ITIL framework, or Linux Kernel internals
• Familiarity with other UNIX-like systems

• Behavioral Skills:

• Minimum 5 years of senior-level Linux system administration

• Strong English communication skills (written and verbal)
• Proactive and detail-oriented with excellent documentation skills
• Experience working in international teams
• Team player with a customer-first mindset
• Comfortable with enterprise IT change management processes

Directio is a global IT services company. We consult, code, test, deploy, and manage mainly cloud-based and mobile applications, providing around-the-clock support from our offices in Poland, the Philippines, Mexico, and the USA. We prepare our FMCG, retail, automotive, and SaaS clients for the future by accelerating their digital transformation. Operating under the "We Code Success" principle, we prioritize the success of our clients, consultants, and partners.

About project:

We are looking for a L3 Linux Specialist for our French client, who specializes in producing various types of glasses and collaborating with opticians. Their mission is to enhance the quality of life by improving the quality of vision.

Responsibilities:

• As L3 Linux Specialist you will be responsible for building, deploying, and managing new infrastructure systems, primarily based on Linux, ensuring their proper configuration and stability from day one;
• You will be maintaining the stability, responsiveness, and operational consistency of our platforms, while overseeing the full lifecycle of each deployed environment;
• You will be actively contributing to the continuous improvement of all technical and operational aspects related to Linux-based platforms, proposing enhancements to boost reliability and performance;
• You will be supporting the evaluation and qualification of new technological solutions, tools, and frameworks to meet evolving business and infrastructure needs;
• You will be preparing and delivering monthly reports detailing platform activity, performance metrics, and overall quality, helping to drive data-informed decisions;
• You will be ensuring that all necessary documentation is up to date and accessible, including procedures for first- and second-line support teams to handle routine operations effectively.

Requirements:

• 5+ years of hands-on experience in managing enterprise-level Linux environments, ideally in a senior administrator or engineering capacity;
• Work in a hybrid set up (3 days onsite in Alabang, Muntinlupa and 2 days WFH) – Necessary condition;
• Deep subject matter expertise in Linux systems, with a strong understanding of core technologies, services, and system internals;
• Practical experience working with high-density HPE enterprise-grade hardware, including installation, configuration, and maintenance;
• Strong background in automating Linux system administration tasks at scale using Infrastructure-as-Code principles and tools;
• Experience with managing and operating Linux-based environments in Microsoft Azure cloud infrastructure, including provisioning and integration;
• Proven track record of deploying and maintaining large-scale Linux platforms, ensuring system consistency and performance optimization;
• Proficiency in at least one major scripting language used in Unix/Linux environments, enabling efficient automation and troubleshooting;
• Experience in compiling Linux binary packages from source, ensuring compatibility and performance across supported distributions;
• Familiarity with virtualization technologies used in Linux ecosystems, such as KVM or Xen, for creating and managing virtualized environments;
• Strong knowledge and experience in implementing automated system monitoring for Linux platforms, using modern monitoring and alerting tools;
• Exposure to Enterprise Security Information and Event Management systems, supporting security operations and event analysis;
• Working knowledge of integrating and managing systems within Microsoft Active Directory environments;
• In-depth understanding of TCP/IP networking fundamentals, including routing, switching, and diagnostics, as applied in complex enterprise networks.

We offer:

• Salary for work amounting to 80,000 – 90,000 PHP;
• Monthly transportation allowance of ₱4,000;
• ₱3,600 monthly de minimis non-taxable allowance;
• HMO coverage from day 1 for you and 1 dependent;
• Equipment provided;
• Optical coverage;
• Year-end leave monetization;
• Gym subscription;
• Monthly supply of coffee

Please be advised that we will only contact selected candidates