Description

Ordinary sysadmins need not apply. We're looking for the extraordinary to fill a very different hole. Sure you'll be able to get your elbows dirty optimizing some MySQL and balancing some loads, but we've got more hardware than Radio Shack and cooler gadgets than MI5. We've made secret inhouse proprietary devices, copious amounts of iPhones, Androids, tablets and a whole host of custom built servers; which all need love, care and attention. You'll be joining a fast-paced and fast-growing team, who love technology from the top down. If you crave a fun, new and near-impossible challenge, then it sounds like you're just about nuts enough to join.

Responsibilities

• Maintain site performance and availability (MySQL, Nginx, Apache, Redis, Puppet, Mongo)
• Develop systems to scale our growing internal data loads (hard/software)
• Manage, organize and procure our numerous devices (home grown, iPhones, HTC's, tablets)
• Look after and put in place procedures for managing office equipment and software
• Implement architecture and software to support business and operational needs

Qualifications

• 5 years of experience with Linux/BSD/Ubuntu/Solaris (minimum)
• Demonstrable knowledge of TCP/IP, HTTP, security, ZFS, SQL & noSQL databases
• Practical knowledge of shell scripting and systems management
• Track record of practical problem solving and organizational aptitude

Desired Skills

• Experience working in Operational Environments (Hospitals, Couriers, Hotels..)
• Experience with Amazon Web Services
• Experience juggling 6 flaming teacups while standing on a ball