Location: Budapest – Sanofi Business Services, Váci GreensHybrid working

About the role

The Senior Linux Platform Engineer serves as the organization's technical authority for enterprise Linux platforms, combining operating system expertise with automation-first engineering principles. This role is responsible for designing, automating, and operating Linux infrastructure across hybrid cloud environments (Azure, AWS, on-premises VMware) while serving as an escalation point for critical Linux operations. The ideal candidate is a pragmatic technologist who partners with application teams, security, and business units to deliver standardized, compliant, and highly automated Linux platforms that accelerate pharma

innovation while maintaining rigorous GxP regulatory standards.

Platform Engineering & Automation

Enhance and extend our enterprise Ansible Automation Platform (AAP) implementation, building sophisticated automation workflows for Linux provisioning, configuration management, and orchestrationDesign and maintain CI/CD pipelines using GitHub Actions integrated with Ansible playbooks and AAP for automated OS image baking, testing, and deploymentDevelop and optimize golden image pipelines for RHEL and other Linux distributions across Azure, AWS, and VMware environments using Infrastructure as Code principlesCreate reusable Ansible roles, collections, and Python-based automation tools that enable self-service capabilities for application teamsBuild integration workflows between GitHub Actions, AAP, and enterprise tooling via REST APIs (ServiceNow, monitoring platforms, CMDB, orchestration tools)Drive containerization initiatives, supporting application teams with RHEL-based container strategies and platform readinessContinuously improve automation framework performance, reliability, and maintainability based on operational feedback

Enterprise Linux Operations & Architecture

Serve as subject matter expert for Red Hat Enterprise Linux (RHEL) across all versions and deployment modelsArchitect and manage Red Hat Satellite infrastructure for patch management, content lifecycle, and GxP compliance reportingOwn the Linux platform lifecycle: planning, hardening standards (CIS, STIG), patching strategies, and end-of-life migrationsDesign and implement scalable solutions for Linux workloads across multi-cloud and hybrid environmentsEstablish and enforce Linux standards, best practices, and architectural patterns aligned with pharma GxP compliance requirementsEvaluate and integrate emerging Linux technologies and distributions as business needs evolveEnsure Linux platforms meet validation requirements for GxP-regulated systems

Stakeholder Partnership & Integration

Partner with application owners, Oracle DBAs, integration teams, and development groups to understand requirements and embed them into standardized platform offeringsTranslate complex business and application requirements into technical Linux platform capabilitiesCollaborate with Cloud Engineering, Security, Network, and Storage teams on cross-functional initiativesLead technical discovery sessions and provide consultative guidance on Linux platform capabilitiesParticipate in architecture review boards and provide Linux expertise for new initiatives and M&A integrationsWork with Quality Assurance and Validation teams to ensure Linux automation supports GxP compliance and validation activities

  

Technical Leadership & Escalation Support

Function as Tier 3/4 escalation point for Service Desk and IT Operations on all Linux-related incidents and problemsLead root cause analysis for critical Linux platform issues and drive permanent remediationMentor junior engineers and operations staff on Linux fundamentals, automation techniques, and troubleshooting methodologiesProvide on-call support rotation for critical production Linux infrastructureCreate and maintain technical documentation, runbooks, and knowledge base articles aligned with GxP documentation standards  

  

Linux Platform Management

Assist with the maintenance of our CMDBMaintain and evolve our Linux platform management environmentAudit participation and remediationCollaborate and assist with other core tools to be integrated into the platform

About You

Technical Expertise

7+ years of hands-on Linux system administration experience with deep expertise in Red Hat Enterprise Linux (RHEL 7, 8, 9)Expert level of proficiency with Ansible Automation Platform (AAP/Tower/Controller), including complex workflow development, role creation, dynamic inventories, and job templatesAdvanced proven experience with GitHub Actions for CI/CD pipeline development and integration with Ansible automation workflowsAdvanced scripting capabilities in Python and Bash for automation, API integration, and systems programmingExtensive Experience managing Red Hat Satellite (6.x) for content management, patch orchestration, and compliance reportingStrong understanding of Linux internals: systemd, kernel parameters, storage management (LVM, filesystems), networking, and security (SELinux, firewalld)Experience with cloud-native Linux deployments in AWS (EC2, Systems Manager, AMI building) and Azure (VMs, Azure Automation, custom images)Hands-on experience with VMware vSphere Linux guest management and integrationProficiency with Git/GitHub for version control, branch strategies, and Infrastructure as Code workflowsExperience consuming and developing REST APIs for system integration and automationUnderstanding of CI/CD principles and GitOps methodologies

Platform & Integration Experience

Working knowledge of application requirements for Oracle databases, middleware platforms, and enterprise integration patternsExperience with package management (RPM, yum/dnf) and custom repository managementUnderstanding of configuration management principles and desired state configurationFamiliarity with monitoring and observability tools (Prometheus, Grafana, Splunk, Datadog, or similar)Experience building and maintaining golden images with security hardening and compliance controls built-in

Soft Skills & Business Acumen

Excellent communication skills with ability to translate technical concepts for non-technical stakeholdersProven track record of partnering with application teams and understanding business requirementsStrong analytical and troubleshooting skills with methodical problem-solving approachSelf-directed with ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced pharmaceutical environmentCustomer service mindset with experience in escalation managementCollaborative team player who can work effectively across organizational boundaries

Preferred Qualifications

Red Hat Certified Engineer (RHCE) or Red Hat Certified Architect (RHCA)Experience in regulated pharmaceutical/life sciences environments with GxP system validationKnowledge of additional Linux distributions (Ubuntu, SLES, Oracle Linux, Amazon Linux)Container platform experience (OpenShift, Kubernetes, Docker/Podman)Infrastructure as Code tools: Terraform, Packer for image buildingExperience with HashiCorp Vault or secrets management platformsCloud certifications (AWS Solutions Architect, Azure Administrator)Agile/DevOps methodology exposure and experience working in sprint-based delivery modelsExperience with security hardening and compliance automation (SCAP, OpenSCAP, Ansible security roles)Understanding of GAMP 5 principles and CSV (Computer System Validation) processesGitHub Advanced Security or similar DevSecOps tooling experience

Background and Experience

Education: Bachelor's degree Proficiency in the English Language Hybrid platform experience (Cloud (specifically AWS and Azure) and on-premises)

Why choose us?

An international work environment, in which you can develop your talent and realize ideas and innovations within a competent teamBring the miracles of science to life alongside a supportive, future-focused teamAn environment based on last technologies and frequent training to reinforce your profileWork from an "Office of the Year 2024" finalist office

 

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