Senior Linux & Cloud Administrator Google Cloud Platform

We help the world run better
At SAP we keep it simple: you bring your best to us and well bring out the best in you. Were builders touching over 20 industries and 80% of global commerce and we need your unique talents to help shape whats next. The work is challenging but it matters. Youll find a place where you can be yourself prioritize your wellbeing and truly belong. Whats in it for you Constant learning skill growth great benefits and a team that wants you to grow and succeed.

What Youll Build:

We are looking for an experienced Linux & Cloud Administrator to support our multinational team by providing L3/L4 expert support for all Linux OS and infrastructure customer issues. You will lead efforts in trouble shooting incident handling root cause analysis enabling faster issue resolution and continuous improvement of our operational processes.

The ideal candidate possesses deep technical expertise in Linux systems exceptional trouble shooting and problem-solving abilities. This role demands comfort in a fast-paced dynamic environment and the ability to operate effectively in a global 24x7 setting.

• The Senior Linux & Cloud Administrator is responsible for 24x7 availability of SAP systems running in SAP ECS;
• Respond troubleshoot and resolve alerts & incidents in the Linux OS or infra layer mainly GCP/ IBM/ BareMetal;
• Be a L3/L4 escalation point for production issues;
• Follow change management processes during service request execution;
• Seek opportunities to streamline standard operating procedures through automation;
• Must feel comfortable working in a fast paced dynamic and flexible environment;
• Operate effectively in a global 24x7 International environment.
• To take the On Call / On Duty / Weekend task based on shift schedule.
• Work closely with team members to troubleshoot and resolve escalated incidents promptly.
• Apply ITIL incident management processes to ensure timely resolution.

What You Bring

• Experience: 8 years of professional experience in Linux system administration with a demonstrated ability to perform trouble shooting and incident handling.
• Technical Skills:
• Expert-level Linux knowledge: Deep understanding of Linux internals kernel architecture process and memory management filesystems and system calls.
• Troubleshooting and Diagnostics: Mastery of tools like top htop vmstat iostat sar ps netstat ss journalctl rsyslog dmesg strace lsof tcpdump wireshark perf systemd-analyze.
• Networking: Advanced understanding of TCP/IP network interfaces routing DNS DHCP firewalls and diagnostic tools.
• Security: Strong knowledge of security principles OS hardening compliance and tools for vulnerability scanning and intrusion detection.
• Scripting and Automation: Proficiency in Shell scripting Python and/or other scripting languages. Experience with Infrastructure-as-Code tools like Ansible Puppet Chef or Terraform.
• Cloud Infrastructure: Experience with GCP mainly/AWS/ Azure including core services.
• Virtualization: Familiarity with Docker Kubernetes and other virtualization technologies.
• Soft Skills:
• Analytical and Problem-Solving: Exceptional ability to analyze complex issues identify root causes and implement effective solutions.
• Communication: Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to explain technical findings clearly to both technical and non-technical audiences.
• Documentation: Ability to create clear concise and comprehensive technical documentation.
• Incident Management: Experience with ITIL or similar incident management frameworks.
• Continuous Learning: A strong commitment to ongoing learning and professional developmen

Where You Belong

SAP Enterprise Cloud Services (ECS) organisation run and operate SAPs private cloud offering which are built for customers in various hyperscalers like Microsoft Azure Google Cloud Platform or Amazon web services.

As part of the ECS Delivery Technical Operations the Server Management team is responsible for 24x7 operations of these business-critical SAP systems in the cloud at the maximum efficiency. Team provides stable support for the OS and Infrastructure hosted in the hyperscalers or SAP DC. Proactive support is provided to maintain system availability and ensure smooth operations. Apart from the day to day operations we also have strategic projects for newer technologies and enhancements.

Bring out your best
SAP innovations help more than four hundred thousand customers worldwide work together more efficiently and use business insight more effectively. Originally known for leadership in enterprise resource planning (ERP) software SAP has evolved to become a market leader in end-to-end business application software and related services for database analytics intelligent technologies and experience management. As a cloud company with two hundred million users and more than one hundred thousand employees worldwide we are purpose-driven and future-focused with a highly collaborative team ethic and commitment to personal development. Whether connecting global industries people or platforms we help ensure every challenge gets the solution it deserves. At SAP you can bring out your best.

We win with inclusion
SAPs culture of inclusion focus on health and well-being and flexible working models help ensure that everyone regardless of background feels included and can run at their best. At SAP we believe we are made stronger by the unique capabilities and qualities that each person brings to our company and we invest in our employees to inspire confidence and help everyone realize their full potential. We ultimately believe in unleashing all talent and creating a better world.

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Requisition ID: 433831 Work Area: Information Technology Expected Travel: 0 - 10% Career Status: Professional Employment Type: Regular Full Time Additional Locations: #LI-Hybrid