Position: a Senior System Administrator who is interested in Automated Quality Assurance
Company: Ciklum
Category: Sysadmin
Experience required: 5y
English level: upper

Ciklum is looking for a Senior System Administrator who is interested in Automated Quality Assurance to join our team full-time in Ukraine.
We are a leading global product engineering and digital services company that unites 4000+ seasoned professionals globally on various projects in healthcare, fintech, travel, sportswear, entertainment, and security. Ciklum delivers high-impact technology solutions to Fortune 500 and fast-growing organizations worldwide.


About the role:
On behalf of Ciklum, VAST Data is looking for an innovative, talented, and hard-working Senior System Administrator to join their fast-growing Automation Quality Assurance full-time. 
This is an excellent opportunity to be part of the fast-growing infrastructure company in history. In just a few short years, Vast data has shaken up the industry by challenging traditional architecture models and introducing a revolutionary set of storage possibilities through the Universal Storage platform.
The team thrives in an informal and collaborative environment where team members are encouraged to grow beyond the confines of their job description or role.


Technology Stack:
Python 3.9, the code is running inside a container over a Linux environment
NAS Storage, Networking, Virtualization, Containerization, Docker
NFS, SMB, and S3 storage protocols 
Git, Bash

Responsibilities:
Develop Testing & Automation SW tools from the ground up, interfacing with various systems and tests (Python-based)
Work closely with developers to create and maintain a state of the art system tests
Define, develop, and execute testing plans with deep system knowledge and understanding
 
Requirements:
5+ years of experience in the development of product testing, manufacturing, and automation tools. Python and Bash scripting
Deep Knowledge and Experience with Linux
Knowledge of File Systems (NAS) / Block-level Storage/storage networking protocols.
Experience in analyzing large and diverse systems, and understanding QA processes and procedures
Interest in developing test automation infrastructure and automating tests on a combination of Linux and Windows servers
Deep understanding of Computer systems / Operating systems (Unix, Linux, Windows)
Upper-Intermediate level of English
 
Advantage:
Experience with shell scripting: Python, Bash
B.Sc./B.A. degree in computer science, engineering, or a related discipline
Experience with virtualization, networking, or storage technologies
Experience with tools like Jenkins and Git


Personal skills:
Supervise others or make decisions that impact the work assigned to individuals or phases of projects
Demonstrate effective communication skills
Think out of the box
Take ownership and responsibility through involvement in decision-making
Perform a range of work, sometimes complex and non-routine


What's in it for you:
Possibility to propose solutions on a project
Dynamic and challenging tasks
Ability to influence project technologies
Team of professionals: learn from colleagues and gain recognition for your skills
Variety of knowledge-sharing, training, and self-development opportunities
ISTQB Certification Preparation