Azure Linux Admin

Role: Azure Linux Admin

Exp:4-6 Years

Location: Bangalore

Job Requirements*

We are seeking a Linux Azure Technical Lead to provide strong technical leadership with hands-on expertise in managing hybrid cloud and on-premises Linux infrastructures. The ideal candidate is a seasoned IT professional who can drive cloud initiatives while ensuring the stability and security of Linux server environments. In this senior role, you will oversee a large administration team, architect solutions, and act as the go-to technical expert all while collaborating with stakeholders to align infrastructure strategy with business needs. This position demands both leadership acumen and deep technical skills in Microsoft Azure, Linux, AWS, GCP and Ansible systems.

Key Responsibilities*

Experience & Leadership: 4 years of experience in IT infrastructure, with at least several years in a technical lead or management role. Proven experience supervising large technical teams (e.g., guiding 10+ members) and delivering results in a complex, fast-paced environment.

Cloud Expertise: In-depth knowledge of Microsoft Azure, AWS and GCP services, and architecture. Hands-on experience with Azure IaaS (virtual machines, virtual networks, storage accounts) and familiarity with PaaS offerings. Ability to design and optimize cloud environments for performance, cost, and security. Experience with administration tools, Ansible and automation.

Linux Systems Expertise: Strong Linux Server administration skills Linux & Cloud Administrator skilled in managing RedHat and Ubuntu environments, cloud platforms (Azure, AWS, GCP), and automation using Ansible. Responsibilities include installing and configuring Linux servers, troubleshooting boot and application issues, performing patch and vulnerability management, restoring corrupted file systems, and managing storage volumes. Proficient in cloud operations such as NSG configuration, load balancer setup, health probes, backend pool management, and resolving Linux issues on Azure and GCP. Strong in performance monitoring, backup troubleshooting, and disk management, including resizing and optimization.

Stakeholder Collaboration: Act as the primary technical liaison for the infrastructure domain. Work closely with cross-functional teams – including application development, network/security, and project management – to align infrastructure efforts with business needs. Communicate regularly with senior management and clients on infrastructure status, project updates, risks, and achievements. Provide technical insights and recommendations in planning meetings and ensure stakeholder requirements are met by the team’s deliverables.