Linux Applications Administrator
Company: Hobby Lobby
Location: Mustang
Posted on: October 10, 2024
Job Description:
In search of a self-motivated Linux Applications Engineer. The
Linux Applications Administrator is responsible for designing,
implementing, and supporting the Kafka platform within the
organization. They will oversee the deployment, configuration,
tuning, maintenance, and troubleshooting of Kafka clusters,
ensuring optimal performance and availability. This role requires a
deep understanding of Kafka architecture, strong analytical skills,
and the ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional
teams.
Primary Functions/Job Description
- Design, deploy, and maintain Kafka infrastructure, including
clusters and topics.
- Configure and fine-tune Kafka brokers, producers, and consumers
for optimal performance.
- Monitor and troubleshoot Kafka cluster issues, system alerts,
and event-driven workflows.
- Collaborate with development teams to establish best practices
for Kafka development and integration.
- Optimize Kafka cluster security, including access controls,
authentication, and encryption.
- Implement disaster recovery and high availability strategies
for Kafka deployments.
- Collaborate with infrastructure teams to plan and execute Kafka
capacity planning and scaling.
- Install and configure Kafka connectors and other ecosystem
tools.
- Automate routine administration tasks using scripting and
automation tools.
- Stay up-to-date with the latest Kafka releases, patches, and
security vulnerabilities.
- Develop and maintain documentation related to Kafka
infrastructure, configurations, and processes.
- Conduct performance analysis and optimization of Kafka
workloads and data pipelines.
- Provide technical guidance and support to internal teams for
Kafka-related projects.
- Collaborate with vendor support teams to resolve complex
Kafka-related issues.
- Ensure compliance with security and data governance policies
for Kafka deployments. Preferred Skills
- Proven experience as a Kafka Administrator or similar
role.
- Strong knowledge of Kafka architecture, design patterns, and
best practices.
- Proficiency in Kafka installation, configuration, and
management.
- Experience with Kafka security and authentication mechanisms,
such as SSL and SASL.
- Solid understanding of Linux/Unix system administration and
networking.
- Strong scripting and automation skills using Shell, Python, or
similar languages.
- Experience with Kafka ecosystem tools, such as Kafka Connect,
Kafka Streams, and Schema Registry.
- Familiarity with message queuing systems and event-driven
architectures.
- Hands-on experience with monitoring tools like Prometheus,
Grafana, and ELK stack.
- Experience in virtual machines systems such as VMware and
containerized systems such as Docker/Kubernetes.
- Server configuration tools using Chef, Puppet, etc.
- Strong experience with one of: Ruby, PHP, Python, Perl,
etc.
- Intermediate knowledge of Windows Server systems
Auto req ID
12736BR
Job Title
Linux Applications Administrator
Job Description - Requirements
- Minimum of 5 years Linux administration experience or cloud
operations role
- As minimum 2 years of experience working as Kafka
administrator.
- Minimum of 3 years scripting experience (Chef, Python, Shell,
PowerShell, etc)
- Experience in other messaging systems such as IBM MQ or Rabbit
MQ.
- Experience in the search engine such as Elasticsearch.
- Experience with Linux based OS configuration, automation (CI/CD
Tools), and management
- Proficient in shell scripting, cron jobs, user account
management, analyzing logs, configuration of network and mail
services
- Problem troubleshooting and solving ability
- Excellent written and oral communication skills including
documentation
- Ability to work in team environment and individually Benefits
include:
- Competitive Wages
- Medical, Dental and Prescription Plan
- 401(k) Program with Company Match
- Paid Vacation
- Personal Paid Time Off (PPTO)
- Employee Discount
- Life Insurance and Long Term Disability Insurance (LTD)
- Flexible Spending Plan
- Holiday Pay
- Integris Clinic and Pharmacy on campus
- Chaplain Services on campus Hobby Lobby Stores, Inc. is an
Equal Opportunity Employer
For reasonable accommodation of disability during the hiring
process call (877) 303-4547.
State/Province
Oklahoma
City
Oklahoma City
Address 1
7707 SW 44th Street
Zip Code
73179
Keywords: Hobby Lobby, Edmond , Linux Applications Administrator, Other , Mustang, Oklahoma
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