Linux Administrator (contract-to-hire)

Company Description

Transnetyx is a Global Biotechnology Software Company. We've built an entire suite of services to help streamline research, so that researchers can focus on what matters most – research that leads to discovery. And supported by a dedicated team of people ready to deliver an exceptional experience.

Transnetyx is headquartered in Memphis, Tennessee, dedicated to advancing research. Since 2000, Transnetyx has genotyped over 25 million samples worldwide with 99.97 percent accuracy, serving thousands of researchers in universities, hospitals, and bioscience companies globally. The company's mission is to help scientists accelerate research by removing redundant tests and optimizing resources through automation.

Join Transnetyx as a contract Linux Administrator in Memphis!  This role is hybrid optional and is contract-to-hire eligible.  You have a chance to work inside the office around amazing team members AND work from home several days a week.

Are you a skilled and passionate Linux Administrator looking to make a significant impact in a dynamic and growing organization? Transnetyx, a leader in our industry, is seeking a talented individual to join our team in the vibrant Memphis Metropolitan area. If you thrive on solving complex challenges, ensuring system security and reliability, and collaborating with cutting-edge technology teams, we want to hear from you!

As our Linux Administrator, you will play a crucial role in maintaining and optimizing our critical Linux-based infrastructure. Under limited supervision, you'll tackle both routine and non-routine issues, contribute to our disaster recovery strategies, and ensure the robust security of our systems. You'll be an integral part of our technology ecosystem, working closely with DevOps and Windows Administrators to implement and deploy modern infrastructure solutions.

If you haven’t already, we invite you to visit our Careers website to learn more about our Mission and Vision, our Award-Winning Culture, and why our employees have ranked us a Top Workplace seven years in a row, since 2018. We are honored to be recognized as a Top Workplace in the U.S. three consecutive years featured in USA Today.

www.transnetyx.com/careers

More Than Just a Job – You'll Be:

• A Guardian of Stability: Ensuring the high availability and optimal performance of our Linux-based servers, including Debian and Oracle distributions, both on-premises and in the cloud.
• A Security Champion: Developing, testing, and implementing security solutions for our web and database servers, proactively addressing vulnerabilities with timely patches, and managing our secondary disaster recovery site with a focus on security and data integrity.
• A Configuration Master: Developing, testing, and deploying efficient server configuration management tools like Ansible or Puppet.
• A Collaborative Innovator: Partnering with cross-functional teams to seamlessly support application deployments and drive infrastructure improvements.
• A Trusted Advisor: Providing expert support and guidance on Linux-related matters to our internal teams.
• A Vendor Navigator: Collaborating with various third-party vendors, including evaluating proposals for system, network, and security enhancements.
• A Problem Solver: Analyzing complex issues and implementing effective solutions using established procedures, while continuously building your understanding of our organization and customers.
• A Documentation Expert: Maintaining clear and comprehensive documentation of system configurations, procedures, and troubleshooting steps.
• A Model of Our Values: Embracing and embodying the YX Ten+ core values, mission, and vision of Transnetyx in all your interactions.

What You'll Be Doing:

• Building, configuring, installing, maintaining, and upgrading Linux servers (Debian, Oracle, on-premises, and cloud).
• Developing, testing, and validating security solutions for web and database servers.
• Evaluating and implementing software patches to address system vulnerabilities.
• Managing the secondary disaster recovery location, including server copies, data, security, and authorizations.
• Monitoring system performance, troubleshooting issues, and ensuring high availability.
• Developing, testing, and deploying server configuration management tools (Ansible or Puppet).
• Collaborating with DevOps and Windows Administrators on infrastructure projects.
• Supporting application deployments and infrastructure improvements.
• Providing Linux-related support and guidance to internal teams.
• Working with third-party vendors and evaluating their proposals.
• Analyzing and solving complex technical problems.
• Documenting system configurations, procedures, and troubleshooting steps.
• Performing other duties as assigned.

What You'll Bring to the Table:

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Experience: Minimum of four years of previous related experience as a Linux Administrator.
• Technical Prowess:
  • Strong knowledge of popular server operating systems and virtualization technologies.
  • Solid understanding of databases and networking/security principles.
  • Familiarity with AWS EC2 and other AWS services.
  • Proficiency in scripting languages such as Bash, PowerShell, or Python.
  • In-depth knowledge of system security, hardening techniques, and best practices.
  • Experience with containerization technologies (Docker) and orchestration tools (Kubernetes) is a plus.
  • Understanding of networking concepts (TCP/IP, firewalls, VPNs, DNS management).
  • Exposure to CI/CD pipelines and DevOps practices.
• Communication & Interpersonal Skills:
  • Ability to effectively communicate with and interpret the requirements of end users.
  • Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite.
  • Clear and concise communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to explain technical concepts to non-technical audiences.
  • Ability to interact professionally with all levels of internal and external business partners.  
• Work Ethic & Personal Attributes:
  • Ability to manage and prioritize work effectively with minimal supervision.
  • Strong ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
  • Demonstrated respect and discipline for privacy and confidentiality, with a strong understanding of company privacy policies and regulations.
• Physical Capabilities: Ability to occasionally lift/pull/carry up to 25 pounds, stand, sit, talk, hear, use hands, and operate typical office equipment. Specific vision abilities including close, distance, color, peripheral, depth perception, and focus adjustment. Regular mental demands including comprehension, reasoning, decision-making, and strong math skills. Some travel may be required.

Why You'll Love Us:

Our company’s mission is to provide the most efficient path to discovery for researchers across the globe. Our technology and processes to provide faster, easier, and more accurate results worldwide to biomedical researchers. By optimizing resources, Transnetyx has paved the way for research to advance and deeper understandings to emerge.  Everything we do and where we focus our energy and talent adds to the amazing work already being done to serve the scientific community.

We are proud of our unique culture of high-performers who LOVE what we do and can be bold in holding ourselves and one another respectfully accountable for the kind of workplace where we can all thrive! 

About Us

Visit our Careers website to learn more about our benefits and perks, our commitment to Inclusion and Belonging, and why our employees choose Transnetyx.

www.transnetyx.com/careers

Inclusion & Belonging Statement:
We are committed to building and developing diverse teams so that we can better understand and serve the multifaceted cultures and identities of our customers.

At Transnetyx, our Inclusion & Belonging efforts focus on uplifting the experiences and perspectives of underrepresented groups and doing the work that draws out the best in all of us.

EOE Statement:
Transnetyx is an equal opportunity employer/affirmative action employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship, disability or protected veteran status. Applicants needing accommodations during any step of the interview process may contact Human Resources.

U.S. Candidates: *Reasonable Accommodations will be made in accordance with the American with Disabilities Act.

Founded in 2000, Transnetyx is dedicated to helping scientists accelerate research with fast, easy, and accurate real-time PCR genotyping. We are the trusted automated genotyping resource for thousands of researchers in universities, hospitals, and bioscience companies around the world.

We offer more than an amazing career but a safe workplace where every employee has a voice. We emphasize our positive culture by challenging employees to live by our core values - the YX Ten. We also offer an array of benefits including a comprehensive benefits package for full-time employees, along with notable offerings to our part-time employees, generous paid time off, wellness benefits and initiatives, health reimbursements, and medical coverage starting the day of your employment with no waiting period.  For a more comprehensive list, please visit our careers website at www.transnetyx.com/careers.

Transnetyx is an equal opportunity employer/affirmative action employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship, disability or protected veteran status. Applicants needing accommodations during any step of the interview process may contact Human Resources by phone at 901.507.0476 or by email at HR@transnetyx.com.

When you apply for employment with Transnetyx, we will process your application data, background, including your employment and education history, assessments, and references as necessary to consider your job application for open positions. For more information about our privacy practices please visit our Privacy Policy. California residents have additional rights.

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