Configure and tune system and network parameters for optimum performance.
Monitor system stability and performance.
Help develop tools to build, maintain, and monitor systems.
Ensure 24x7x365 operation.
Rapidly scale systems to meet demand.
Participate in architecture decisions.
Deploy virtualized solutions where possible.
Write comprehensive documentation.
Requirements:
10+ years as a Solaris/Unix administrator
5+ years as a Sr. Solaris administrator
3+ years recently working with Solaris 10, and its particular technologies
Need to have experience with Containers/Zones, Hardware Dynamic Reconfiguration, LDOMS, Jumpstart, trunking and IPMP, SMF Facilities. Must have deep knowledge of these technologies, and be able to answer probing questions about them.
Must have deep experience working with current and older Sun Hardware (Mx000, T5xx0, Vx80/Vx90s).
Deep expertise in general Unix/Linux systems administration, MTAs, web servers, load balancers, Veritas Cluster Server (VCS), storage (EMC, Brocade, NetApp), network and host security, and relevant protocols (SMTP, HTTP, SSL, DNS, NFS).
Mid to senior level programming/scripting in at least two languages (one any kind of shell; the other a higher-level language).
Solid grasp of TCP/IP networking fundamentals.
Multiple years of experience in fast-paced high-availability production environments (e.g. ISPs, ASPs, SaaS, etc.) with an emphasis on remote "lights-out" management of systems. A sense of urgency (but not panic) is key.
Outstanding troubleshooting ability.
Excellent verbal, written, and customer service skills.
Must be willing/able to pass a technical screening