Server Administrator

  • Job Location: Mumbai
  • Reporting To: Technical Architect

Description

This role will be responsible for managing project delivery for the ODC, ensuring that quality standards and delivery timelines are consistently met. They will oversee end-to-end project management, bridge communication gaps, and coordinate resources, ultimately improving client satisfaction. 
The incumbent will play a crucial role in driving technical excellence, aligning tech strategies with business needs, and building a strong, adaptive tech team ready for growth.
 

Role & Responsibilities:

Server & Cloud Management:

  • Install, configure, and maintain server software, including Apache, PHP, Java, Ruby on Rails, MySQL, PostgreSQL, MongoDB, Redis, and related technologies.
  • Manage and optimize AWS cloud infrastructure (EC2, S3, VPC, IAM, RDS, CloudWatch, Lambda).
  • Ensure high availability, scalability, and optimal performance of server applications.

Security & Compliance:

  • Implement and oversee security protocols to protect systems and data.
  • Regularly audit system logs, apply patch management, and ensure compliance with GDPR, ISO 27001, or other industry standards.
  • Monitor firewalls, network security, and intrusion detection systems.

Backup, Recovery & Disaster Management:

  • Conduct regular system backups and ensure reliable disaster recovery plans.
  • Automate data retention policies and implement failover strategies.

Performance Optimization & Troubleshooting:

  • Tune and optimize server performance, troubleshoot bottlenecks, and improve system response times.
  • Utilize monitoring tools (Nagios, Zabbix, Prometheus, Grafana) for system health checks and anomaly detection.

DevOps & Automation:

  • Implement Infrastructure as Code (IaC) using Terraform, Ansible, or CloudFormation.
  • Develop CI/CD pipelines for automated deployment and containerization with Docker/Kubernetes.
  • Optimize log management & analytics using ELK Stack (Elasticsearch, Logstash, Kibana).

Technical Documentation & Knowledge Sharing:

  • Maintain detailed server/system configurations, SOPs, and security documentation.
  • Conduct internal training sessions for DevOps, security, and cloud best practices.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to improve system performance.

Skills & experience required to Succeed in this role:

Experience:

  • 4-5 years of hands-on experience in server administration, cloud infrastructure, and automation.
  • Strong background in AWS cloud services, Linux system administration, and network security.

Skills:

Server & Cloud Management

  • Expertise in Linux (Ubuntu, CentOS, RedHat) and Windows Server Administration.
  • Strong experience with AWS (EC2, S3, RDS, IAM, CloudWatch, Lambda).
  • Knowledge of server performance tuning and load balancing techniques.

Security & Compliance

  • Experience in firewall configurations, access control, and encryption.
  • Knowledge of GDPR, ISO 27001, NIST standards for data security.

Monitoring & Troubleshooting

  • Proficiency in Nagios, Zabbix, Prometheus, ELK Stack (Elasticsearch, Logstash, Kibana), or similar tools.
  • Strong troubleshooting skills to diagnose and resolve server/network issues.

DevOps & Automation

  • Experience with CI/CD pipelines using Jenkins, GitLab CI/CD, or AWS CodePipeline.
  • Knowledge of Infrastructure as Code (IaC) using Terraform, Ansible, or CloudFormation.
  • Hands-on experience with Docker, Kubernetes, and container orchestration.

Attributes:

  • Problem-Solver – Strong analytical and troubleshooting skills to resolve complex issues.
  • Team Player – Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a high-pressure environment.
  • Detail-Oriented – Strong focus on security, performance tuning, and automation.
  • Effective Communicator – Ability to document, explain, and implement best practices effectively.

Desirable Skills:

  • Experience with additional cloud platforms (Azure, Google Cloud Platform).
  • Knowledge of Scripting (Python, Shell, Bash, or Perl) for automation.
  • Familiarity with database clustering, replication, and high availability.

Education:

  • Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Engineering, or related field.
  • Preferred Certifications: Linux+, LPIC, RHCE, AWS Certified Solutions Architect.
     

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