Sr Enterprise Sys Engineer UNIXAIX

Lexington, KY - USA

Monthly Salary: $ 94000 - 158000

Posted on: 23 hours ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

PURPOSE AND SCOPE:

The Unix System Administrator will be responsible for the design implementation and ongoing support of IBM Power Systems environments running AIX as well as a small HPUX environment. This role requires deep technical expertise in AIX PowerVM virtualization VIOS and related infrastructure components as well as general knowledge of HPUX operating system. The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience supporting enterprise-level systems managing migrations and ensuring system performance availability and security.

PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Administer configure and maintain IBM Power Systems
Administer configure and maintain HPUX servers
Manage and support AIX 7.2 and 7.3 operating systems including patching tuning and troubleshooting.
Perform installation configuration and maintenance of AIX servers through NIM (Network Installation Manager).
Design and configure PowerVM virtualization services including SEA VLANs VLAN tagging IVE NPIV CPU pooling and Live Partition Mobility (LPM).
Configure and manage VIOS (v3) and HMC (v10) consoles ensuring proper resource allocation and firmware updates.
Perform microcode firmware and operating system upgrades for AIX VIOS and Power hardware.
Manage Logical Volume Manager (LVM) configuration and administration for optimal storage performance and reliability.
Implement and maintain SAN storage connectivity (Dell/EMC PowerPath PowerMax PowerStore) and ensure high availability.
Configure and support Veritas InfoScale Clustering for critical workloads.
Develop and maintain shell scripts to automate administrative tasks and improve operational efficiency.
Participate in AIX support activities including troubleshooting incident resolution and performance tuning.
Lead or support data center migration projects involving AIX and Power Systems.
Collaborate with storage network and application teams to ensure end-to-end infrastructure stability and performance.
Maintain detailed system documentation including architecture configurations and operational procedures.

Additional responsibilities may include focus on one or more departments or locations. See applicable addendum for department or location specific functions.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORKING CONDITIONS:

The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Occasionally lifts/carries object and materials weighing 30 pounds

EDUCATION:

Bachelors Degree required; Advanced Degree desirable

EXPERIENCE AND REQUIRED SKILLS:

5 years of hands-on experience administering IBM AIX systems in enterprise environments.
3 years of hands-on experience administering HPUX systems in enterprise environments.
Strong proficiency with IBM Power hardware (Power9) AIX 7.2/7.3 VIOS and PowerVM.
Demonstrated experience with LPAR virtualization design and management.
Expertise with NIM setup configuration and patch management.
Deep understanding of HMC operations and LPM migrations.
Experience with SAN technologies and EMC/Dell PowerPath PowerMax and PowerStore integration.
Working knowledge of Veritas InfoScale Cluster configuration and support.
Proficient in shell scripting for system automation and monitoring.
Strong troubleshooting and performance analysis skills.
Excellent documentation communication and teamwork skills.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

IBM Certified System Administrator AIX or equivalent certification.
Experience with hybrid data center or cloud migration projects.
Knowledge of security hardening and compliance best practices for AIX and HPUX environments.
Familiarity with modern DevOps and automation tools (e.g. Ansible PowerVC etc.).

The rate of pay for this position will depend on the successful candidates work location and qualifications including relevant education work experience skills and competencies.

Annual Rate: $94000.00 - $158000.00

Non-Bonus Eligible Positions: include language below.
Benefit Overview: This position offers a comprehensive benefits package including medical dental and vision insurance a 401(k) with company match paid time off parental leave.

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Benefit Overview: This position offers a comprehensive benefits package including medical dental and vision insurance a 401(k) with company match paid time off parental leave and potential for performance-based bonuses depending on company and individual performance.

Fresenius Medical Care maintains a drug-free workplace in accordance with applicable federal and state laws.

EOE disability/veterans

Required Experience:

Senior IC

PURPOSE AND SCOPE: The Unix System Administrator will be responsible for the design implementation and ongoing support of IBM Power Systems environments running AIX as well as a small HPUX environment. This role requires deep technical expertise in AIX PowerVM virtualization VIOS and related infrast...