TRCD-26-05007
Linux System Administrator (DNS SME)
Seeking a senior Linux System Administrator with deep DNS expertise to operate, maintain, and improve large-scale production DNS platforms. The role focuses on DNS design/implementation/operations, complex troubleshooting across Linux/*nix and networking, and building automation/tooling (preferably in Python) using infrastructure-as-code and configuration management. Environment includes RHEL, BIND/PowerDNS, Terraform, Ansible, and cloud (AWS/GCP). This is a contract role in India with flexibility to work US shifts.
Position summary
- Location
- India
- Workplace
- On-site
- Employment
- Contract
- Experience
- Minimum 7 years and Maximum 10 years
Role overview
Why This Role Matters.
Seeking a senior Linux System Administrator with deep DNS expertise to operate, maintain, and improve large-scale production DNS platforms. The role focuses on DNS design/implementation/operations, complex troubleshooting across Linux/*nix and networking, and building automation/tooling (preferably in Python) using infrastructure-as-code and configuration management. Environment includes RHEL, BIND/PowerDNS, Terraform, Ansible, and cloud (AWS/GCP). This is a contract role in India with flexibility to work US shifts.
Your Impact
Deliver Enterprise Value
Help organisations solve complex business problems through modern technology, consulting expertise and measurable outcomes.
Collaboration
Work Across Teams
Collaborate with consultants, architects, engineers and client stakeholders throughout the project lifecycle.
Growth
Learn Continuously
Gain exposure to enterprise technologies, certifications, mentoring and real-world project experience.
Career Path
Grow With Ubique
Build a long-term consulting career with opportunities to take on greater responsibility and leadership over time.
Responsibilities
What You'll Be Doing.
Every role at Ubique contributes directly to solving meaningful business challenges for our clients.
Technology stack
Tools & Technologies.
The platforms and technologies you'll use to build modern, enterprise-grade solutions.
Linux
RHEL
Unix
DNS
BIND
Bind9
PowerDNS
Terraform
Ansible
AWS
GCP
Python
Perl
PHP
C++
Golang
Networking
TCP/IP
UDP
DHCP
Requirements
Skills & Experience.
We value curiosity, collaboration and continuous learning. If you don't meet every requirement but believe you can make an impact, we'd still love to hear from you.
Essential
Required Qualifications
DNS expertise (design, implementation, operations, troubleshooting)
Linux/*nix system administration (RHEL-like)
Networking fundamentals and protocols (packet flow understanding)
DNS platforms: BIND and/or PowerDNS
Scripting/coding in at least one language (Python preferred; or Perl/PHP/C++/Go)
Troubleshooting complex system/network/DNS issues and root-cause analysis
Automation/tooling mindset (develop/maintain internal tools and services)
Infrastructure as Code / configuration management exposure (Terraform, Ansible)
Cloud exposure (AWS and/or GCP)
Production operations: high availability, performance, reliability at scale
Documentation/runbooks/SOPs for operational continuity
Flexibility to work US shift/outside India standard hours
Preferred
Nice to Have
BS degree in CS/EE or equivalent industry experience
Monitoring and alerting for DNS infrastructure
Experience evaluating/adopting new technologies to improve reliability/scalability
Mentoring/teaching and collaborative working style
What you'll gain
More Than Just A Job.
We're committed to helping every team member grow professionally, personally and technically while working on meaningful projects.
Global Exposure
Collaborate with international clients and multicultural teams on enterprise programmes.
Continuous Learning
Expand your expertise through mentoring, certifications and hands-on project experience.
Career Growth
Take ownership, develop leadership skills and grow your consulting career over time.
Flexible Working
Hybrid and remote collaboration designed around trust and delivering exceptional outcomes.
People First
Join a supportive culture where collaboration, respect and long-term relationships come first.
Enterprise Projects
Work on meaningful technology initiatives for leading organisations across industries.
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