Linux Infrastructure Engineer (w/m/d)

Job summary

COMBASE AG is seeking a Linux Infrastructure Engineer to join their infrastructure team in Dresden. The role involves operating and improving a critical infrastructure focusing on Linux systems, web servers, databases, monitoring, backups, and security. The engineer will also support development teams with infrastructure, deployment, and software operations.

Qualifications

• Good practical experience with Linux systems (e.g., Debian, Ubuntu, Red Hat).
• Proficient in using shell, system services, logs, rights, processes, and networks.
• Experience operating web servers, especially Apache or Nginx.
• Understanding of HTTP/HTTPS, certificates, proxies, reverse proxies, and load balancing.
• Practical experience with MySQL or PostgreSQL.
• Experience with monitoring, backups, and structured error analysis.
• Basic knowledge of automation and scripting (e.g., Bash, Python, Ansible).
• Interest in stable, traceable, and secure systems.
• Pragmatic work approach and enjoyment in solving technical problems cleanly.
• Very good German language skills (at least C1) and basic English skills.
• Experience with Docker, Podman, or other container technologies (desirable).
• Initial contact with Kubernetes or OpenShift (desirable).
• Experience with Infrastructure-as-Code tools like Ansible, Puppet, or Terraform (desirable).
• Knowledge of Git, GitLab, or CI/CD processes (desirable).
• Experience with application servers like WildFly, JBoss, or Tomcat (desirable).
• Experience with monitoring and logging tools like Zabbix, Prometheus, Grafana, Icinga, OpenTelemetry, or ELK (desirable).
• Basic knowledge of IT security, firewalls, certificate management, and data protection (desirable).
• Basic understanding of Java/Kotlin applications, Gradle, or Maven (desirable).
• Personal enthusiasm for Linux, Open Source, or a home lab (desirable).

Responsibilities

• Manage and develop Linux and Open Source infrastructure.
• Administer servers, services, networks, user rights, and system processes.
• Operate and configure Apache, Nginx, and similar web servers.
• Work with load balancers, proxies, reverse proxies, and certificates.
• Manage MySQL and PostgreSQL systems.
• Perform monitoring, logging, error analysis, and performance review.
• Plan, execute, and control updates, backups, and recovery scenarios.
• Plan and execute backup and disaster recovery tests.
• Automate recurring tasks using Bash, Python, or Ansible.
• Support development with build, test, and deployment processes.
• Contribute to security, stability, and availability topics.
• Document systems, changes, and operational procedures.
• Support support and project teams with technical questions.

Skills

Relocation