System Administrator & Operations Engineer

TL;DR

System Administrator & Operations Engineer: Manage and optimize Linux servers and distributed databases in cloud and on-prem environments with an accent on high availability, performance tuning, and automation. Focus on troubleshooting complex distributed systems, implementing Infrastructure-as-Code, and collaborating across teams to ensure scalable and resilient operations.

Location: Hybrid in Mannheim, Germany (3 days onsite)

Company

hirify.global develops AI-driven SaaS solutions enabling sustainable growth and transparency for global businesses, headquartered in Mannheim, Germany with offices across Europe and the US.

What you will do

• Manage and optimize Linux servers and distributed databases (ScyllaDB, Cassandra, Elasticsearch) ensuring high availability and performance.
• Continuously monitor system and database performance, identify bottlenecks, and implement tuning measures.
• Troubleshoot complex issues in distributed systems, Linux servers, and cloud infrastructure.
• Automate infrastructure and database operations using Infrastructure-as-Code tools like Ansible.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to scale and evolve infrastructure and database systems.
• Provide expert guidance on database best practices, system performance, and scalable architecture.

Requirements

• Location: Hybrid work with 3 days per week onsite in Mannheim, Germany
• Strong experience with Linux (Ubuntu) and distributed SQL/NoSQL databases.
• Hands-on skills with monitoring tools such as Grafana, Prometheus, and Bash scripting.
• Understanding of distributed systems concepts like replication, sharding, failover, and capacity planning.
• Networking and security knowledge including firewalls, load balancing, and TLS.
• Familiarity with DevOps lifecycle and Infrastructure-as-Code tools (Ansible, Puppet, Chef) is a plus.

Culture & Benefits

• Purpose-driven mission with global industry pioneers.
• Collaborative teamwork and open communication culture.
• Flexible hybrid work options.
• Opportunities for personal and professional growth.
• Sustainable mobility and eco-friendly commuting solutions.
• Fun team events and inspiring workspaces in Mannheim and beyond.