Linux Architect

Linux Architect

Req number:

R7589

Employment type:

Full time

Worksite flexibility:

Hybrid

Who we are

CAI is a global services firm with over 9,000 associates worldwide and a yearly revenue of $1.3 billion+. We have over 40 years of excellence in uniting talent and technology to power the possible for our clients, colleagues, and communities. As a privately held company, we have the freedom and focus to do what is right—whatever it takes. Our tailor-made solutions create lasting results across the public and commercial sectors, and we are trailblazers in bringing neurodiversity to the enterprise.

Job Summary

We are looking for a motivated Linux Architect ready to take us to the next level, you'll drive the design, implementation, and maintenance of hybrid IT infrastructure—spanning on-premises Windows/Linux ecosystems and Azure cloud platforms. This role focuses on architecture, scalability, security, and integration across on-premises, virtualized, and cloud environments and are looking for your next career move, apply now.

Job Description

We are looking for a Linux Architect who will drive the design, implementation, and maintenance of hybrid IT infrastructure—spanning on-premises Windows/Linux ecosystems. This position will be Full-time and Hybrid -Bangalore.

What You’ll Do

• Develop and implement Azure-based Infrastructure solutions

• Manage Azure services such as Virtual Machines, VM Scaleset, AGW, LB, App Services, AKS, Docker, Storage, Networking, IAM, Azure Site Recovery.

• Develop and manage disaster recovery strategies and plans for mission-critical applications and infrastructure.

• Design and implement solutions for Windows Server environments, Active Directory, DNS, GPO, RDS, IIS and related services

• Create architecture diagrams, technical documentation and operational guidelines for cloud and on-premise solutions

• Lead, manage and execute end-to-end obsolescence and migration upgrade and projects

• Assess existing infrastructure and applications for cloud readiness. Develop detailed migration roadmaps, timelines, and risk mitigation plans.

• Determine appropriate migration tools and methodologies (lift-and-shift, re-platform, refactor).

• Define and execute a unified IT infrastructure strategy combining on-premises services Active Directory, DNS, DHCP, Backup (Veeam, Netbackup), Storage (Netapp, Dell, Pure), Network (SAN switch, Brocade),) with cloud platforms (Azure IaaS/PaaS, AWS)

• Manage, implement and support virtualization platforms VMware ESXi/vCenter, VSAN

• Maintain accurate on-premise and cloud infrastructure, processes, runbooks, and policies.

• Integrate backup and DR architectures seamlessly with infrastructure, security, and application layers.

• Performance and capacity planning across hybrid environments.

• Act as a subject matter expert for Azure cloud, Wintel, and on-premises escalation and support

Security & Compliance

• Implement best practices for identity management, RBAC, and data protection

• Ensure infrastructure meets internal company security standards

• Support vulnerability management and audit readiness

Leadership & Resilience

• Architect and manage backup and disaster recovery plans across environments (on‑prem & cloud). 

• Collaborate with vendors, stakeholders, and IT teams; mentor engineers; oversee and ownership of IT projects.

Automation & Integration

• Implement scripting including automation to simplify and optimize infrastructure systems

• Integrate enterprise systems like storage solutions (Netapp, Pure, Dell), storage networking (Dell, Brocade, SAN Switch), backup tools (Veeam, Netbackup), and third-party applications

What You'll Need

Required

• Cloud Skills: ≥10 years experience in Azure design, implementation, migration, provisioning, VM management, network config, backup/monitoring, disaster recovery.

• Automation & Scripting: PowerShell, Terraform, Ansible; Infrastructure-as-Code experience. 

• LINUX expertise: : ≥10 years managing Linux systems (RHEL at least) and Linux ecosystem

• Soft Skills: Leadership, communication

• Wintel Expertise: ≥10 years managing Windows Server (2012–2022+), Active Directory, DNS, Group Policies, clustering, server/storage infrastructure, DHCP, RDS, PKI, IIS,

• Virtualization & Storage: Proven experience with VMware ESXi/vCenter and VSAN plus enterprise storage (Netapp and Pure) and Enterprise Backup (Veeam and Netbackup).

• Soft Skills: Vendor and project management, stakeholder alignment, mentorship to support group

• Bachelors Degree in IT/Computer Science or equivalen

• Certifications: Azure/AWS Administrator/Architect, Microsoft MCSE/Azure Solutions Architect, VMware VCP, ITIL Foundation

• Proficiency in scripting and automation (PowerShell, Terraform, Azure CLI)

• Experience with cloud-based and on-premise DR solutions

• Containers/IaC knowledge (Docker, Kubernetes) is desired

• Certifications:  Enterprise Backup Solutions (Veeam, Netbackup) is advantageous

• Basic Linux Administration Skills (RHEL, Ubuntu, Fedora, Debian) is desired

Physical Demands

• This role involves mostly sedentary work, with occasional movement around the office to attend meetings, etc.

• Ability to perform repetitive tasks on a computer, using a mouse, keyboard, and monitor.

Reasonable accommodation statement

If you require a reasonable accommodation in completing this application, interviewing, completing any pre-employment testing, or otherwise participating in the employment selection process, please direct your inquiries to application.accommodations@cai.io or (888) 824 – 8111.