Senior Infrastructure Engineer - Unix / Linux - Hybrid

About the position

How would you like to join one of the most highly regarded financial institutions in New Jersey with deep roots in the community? tProvident is a successful and highly regarded multi-billion-dollar bank that continues to grow with branches in New Jersey, Eastern Pennsylvania and New York. tOur longevity is a testament to our commitment to placing our employees, customers, and the communities we serve at the center of all we do. tAt Provident Bank, we are committed to enhancing our customer and employees’ experience.
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POSITION SUMMARY
The Unix / Linux Infrastructure Engineer is responsible for architecting, implementing, and supporting enterprise-level Linux systems and container-orchestration platforms. This role ensures the stability, scalability, and security of Linux-based infrastructure, with a strong emphasis on Kubernetes clusters and cloud-native technologies.

Responsibilities
• Design, deploy, and maintain Linux server infrastructure supporting critical enterprise workloads.
• Architect, administer, and optimize Kubernetes clusters, including CI/CD integration.
• Collaborate with DevOps and security teams on containerization best practices.
• Troubleshoot complex system and orchestration issues.
• Develop and maintain Infrastructure-as-Code automation.
• Document system architectures and operational procedures.

Requirements
• HS diploma. Bachelor’s degree preferred.
• Minimum 5 years of Linux engineering experience.
• Production Kubernetes experience preferred.
• Linux administration expertise (RHEL, CentOS, Rocky, Ubuntu).
• Kubernetes cluster management experience.
• Experience with Docker, containerd, CRI-O.
• Proficiency with Terraform, Ansible, Helm, GitOps.
• Strong networking fundamentals.
• Scripting ability (Bash, Python).
• Security and compliance understanding.
• Excellent troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent analytical, mentoring, communication, and project management capabilities.

Nice-to-haves
• RHCSA/RHCE
• CKA/CKAD/CKS
• cloud certifications.

Benefits
• Team members accrue paid time-off (PTO), receive Holiday (PTO) and are eligible to participate in the bank’s Health and Wellness benefits including Medical, Dental and Vision Plans, Flexible and Health Savings Accounts, and a 401(k) Retirement Plan.
• In addition, the company provides Disability Insurance, an Employee Assistance Program, and Basic Life Insurance.
• Company sponsored Tuition Disbursement and Loan Repayment programs are also available.
• Voluntary benefits include Supplemental Life Insurance, Accident, Critical Illness, Hospital Indemnity and Legal plans.