Senior System Engineer (Data Center Governance)

Magna International is one of the largest automotive suppliers in the world – We are committed to delivering product and process innovations through our world-class manufacturing operations that combine our unique design, engineering and program management expertise. At the heart of our operating structure is a powerful entrepreneurial culture and Fair Enterprise philosophy, which builds ownership and inspires pride in our employees.

Magna Global IT is a provider of reliable and innovative IT solutions to assist Magna in succeeding globally.

Job Introduction

Magna Global IT is seeking a talented Senior System Engineer to manage state-of-the art and rapidly growing server infrastructure. The successful candidate will play a strategic role in maintaining related Linux server systems, developing processes for governance, and ensuring the security of Magna’s compute resource and its data.  
The ideal candidate will have a solid understanding of server infrastructure concepts and how they apply in an enterprise environment. The candidate must be able to see the big picture necessary to create solutions, but also be able to execute the technical steps required to deploy those solutions.  

Major Responsibilities

• Maintain a large hybrid Linux server infrastructure and manage the adaption process.
• Regularly evaluate automation processes, and software.
• Keep up with state-of-the-art Linux features and work closely with IT security to enforce and monitor the company's privacy.
• Respond to technical issues in a professional and timely manner.
• Work closely with customer to implement and/or consult requested application solutions.

Knowledge and Education

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Information Technology or relevant field.
• Linux related certifications.

Work Experience

• 3-5+ years of experience designing, executing and supporting Linux server solutions.
• Demonstrated experience with architecting and deploying automated large scale Linux server solutions.

Skills and Competencies

• Positive attitude and a strong commitment to delivering quality work.
• Excellent knowledge of Linux distributions (RedHat/Debian) and DevOps driven environment.
• Understand complex Linux server infrastructure designs and potential issues. 
• Knowledge about basic core infrastructure services and protocols, including DNS, SMTP, DHCP, and NTP.
• Demonstrated scripting/coding ability. Familiarity with Bash, Python, Terraform, Ansible and other/similar (scripting/automation) tools is strongly recommended. 
• Effective communication skills (written and verbal) to properly articulate complicated infrastructure reports to management and other IT development partners.
• Conform with and abide by all Company codes, regulations, policies, values, work procedures and instructions.   
• Able to communicate in English Language (listening, writing, speaking).

Work Environment

For dedicated and motivated employees, we offer an interesting and diversified job within a dynamic global team, together with the individual and functional development in a professional environment of a global acting business. Fair treatment and a sense of responsibility towards employees are the principle of the Magna culture. We strive to offer an inspiring and motivating work Environment.

Additional Information

We offer attractive benefits (e.g. annual bonus plan, learning and developemtn opportunities) and a salary which is in line with market conditions depending on your skills and experience.