1. Ubuntu/Linux Server Administration

Install, configure, administer, and maintain Ubuntu/Linux servers in physical and virtual environments.
Perform regular system updates, security patching, and kernel upgrades.
Monitor server health, performance, capacity, and availability, and proactively resolve issues.
Manage storage, filesystems, LVM, and related system resources.
Implement and maintain backup, recovery, and disaster recovery mechanisms.
Apply server hardening practices to protect systems against unauthorized access and common security vulnerabilities.

2. MySQL Database Administration

Install, configure, administer, and optimize MySQL Server environments.
Configure and maintain database replication and high-availability setups, as applicable.
Monitor database performance and optimize queries, indexes, memory, and other database parameters.
Perform database backup, restoration, migration, and recovery activities.
Manage database users, privileges, access controls, and security policies.
Diagnose and resolve database errors, performance issues, slow queries, and data integrity concerns.

3. Monitoring & Automation

Implement and maintain server and database monitoring solutions such as Nagios or similar tools.
Automate routine administration and operational tasks using Bash/Shell scripting, Ansible, or similar tools.
Configure logging, alerting, and notification mechanisms for timely incident identification and response.

4. Security & Compliance

Ensure systems and databases comply with organizational security standards, internal policies, and applicable data protection requirements.
Perform periodic vulnerability assessments, security reviews, log monitoring, and access audits.
Support implementation of security patches and corrective actions based on audit or vulnerability findings.

5. Collaboration & Documentation

Collaborate with DevOps, Development, Infrastructure, and Information Security teams for deployment, troubleshooting, and system improvements.
Maintain accurate and up-to-date technical documentation, including configurations, procedures, backup processes, and operational guidelines.
Provide support during critical incidents, planned maintenance activities, and production outages, as required.

6. AI Infrastructure & Emerging Technologies

Demonstrate willingness and eagerness to learn and work with AI platforms and AI-enabled infrastructure.
Support the deployment, administration, monitoring, and maintenance of servers used for AI applications and workloads.
Keep abreast of emerging technologies and contribute to the adoption of automation and AI-based tools for improving infrastructure operations.

Requisite Skills / Technology

1. Ubuntu/Linux: Hands-on experience with Ubuntu Server 20.04/22.04 LTS or above.

2. MySQL: Administration of MySQL 5.7/8.0, including backup, restore, and basic performance management.

3. Networking & Security: IP configuration, DNS, DHCP, routing, SSH security, and TLS/SSL certificate management.

4. Automation: Strong Bash scripting skills; experience with Ansible preferred. Knowledge of Puppet/Chef is an advantage.

5. Version Control & Scheduling: Working knowledge of Git, cron jobs, and systemd timers.

6. Backup & Disaster Recovery: Experience with rsync, rclone, mysqldump, and database recovery practices.

Eligibility Qualification/s

(a) Master’s Degree in Computer Application / Computer Science/ Information Technology/ E & TC or equivalent from any recognized University

OR

(b) Bachelor’s / Master’s Degree (BE / BTech / ME / MTech) with specialization in Computer Engineering / Computer Technology / Information Technology/ E & TC or equivalent from any recognized University

Additional Preferred Certifications

Certified RHCE

Certified MySQL DBA

Selection Process

Stage I: Technical Hands-on Assessment

Candidates will undergo a Technical Hands-on Assessment to evaluate their practical proficiency in Ubuntu Server and MySQL Administration. Candidates must secure a minimum of 50% mark in this assessment to qualify for the next stage of the selection process.

Stage II – Personal Interview:

Only candidates who secure at least 50% marks in the Technical Hands-on Assessment will be eligible to appear for the Personal Interview before a Selection Panel. Each member of the Selection Panel shall independently assess and evaluate the candidate’s performance during the interview. Candidates must secure a minimum of 50% marks in the Personal Interview to qualify for final selection.

Final Selection

The final selection of candidates shall be based on the aggregate marks obtained in the Technical Hands-on Assessment and the Personal Interview , subject to the candidate securing the prescribed minimum qualifying marks in each stage.

Relevant Experience

A minimum of 3 to 5 years of relevant professional experience after the completion of the qualifying degree/master’s program as specified above.

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