Senior Linux Engineer (Cloud)

What the role needs

• Administer and support RHEL/CentOS/Ubuntu environments.
• Manage Linux server provisioning, patching, upgrades, and troubleshooting.
• Support cloud infrastructure on AWS and/or Azure.
• Automate operational tasks using Bash, Python, Ansible, or Terraform.
• Deploy and support containerized environments using Docker and Kubernetes.
• Monitor infrastructure performance, availability, and security.
• Participate in incident, problem, and change management processes.
• Collaborate with application, network, and cloud teams on infrastructure initiatives.
• AWS and/or Azure Cloud
• Shell Scripting (Bash) and Python
• Terraform or Infrastructure as Code (IaC)
• Docker and Kubernetes

From the employer

About the group: Cognizant’s Cloud, Infrastructure, and Security Services Practice (CIS), is all about accepting digital transformation by driving core modernization holistically across layers. We help customers transform infrastructure and workplace to meet the constantly evolving needs of the digital era. Our broad approach delivers key results for our customers by achieving cloud driven modernization and workplace and operational transformation to own the business in a secure environment. Role title: Senior Linux Engineer (Cloud) Location: Remote Job Summary Seeking a Senior Linux Engineer with strong experience in Linux administration, cloud infrastructure, automation, and production support. The role will be responsible for managing enterprise Linux environments across on-premises and cloud platforms while ensuring high availability, security, and operational excellence. Key Responsibilities • Administer and support RHEL/CentOS/Ubuntu environments. • Manage Linux server provisioning, patching, upgrades, and troubleshooting. • Support cloud infrastructure on AWS and/or Azure. • Automate operational tasks using Bash, Python, Ansible, or Terraform. • Deploy and support containerized environments using Docker and Kubernetes. • Monitor infrastructure performance, availability, and security. • Participate in incident, problem, and change management processes. • Collaborate with application, network, and cloud teams on infrastructure initiatives. Required Skills • 7+ years of Linux Administration experience (RHEL preferred) • AWS and/or Azure Cloud • Shell Scripting (Bash) and Python • Terraform or Infrastructure as Code (IaC) • Docker and Kubernetes • Linux Patching, Hardening, and Security • Production Support and Troubleshooting Compensation : We are offering between $115,000 – $133,000. Applications will be accepted until Oct 30, 2026.Cognizant will only consider applicants for this position who are legally authorized to work in US without requiring employer sponsorship, now or at any time in the future. Disclaimer : The salary, other compensation, and benefits information is accurate as of the date of this posting. Cognizant reserves the right to modify this information at any time, subject to applicable law. Additional employment information Compensation information is accurate as of the date of this posting. Cognizant reserves the right to modify this information at any time, subject to applicable law. Applicants may be required to attend interviews in person or by video conference. In addition, candidates may be required to present their current state or government issued ID during each interview. Cognizant is an equal opportunity employer. Your application and candidacy will not be considered based on race, color, sex, religion, creed, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, veteran status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. Applicants for US based positions must be currently authorized to work for any employer in the United States. The company is unable to provide employment-based immigration sponsorship for US based positions. If you have a disability that requires reasonable accommodation to search for a job opening or submit an application, please email CareersNA2@cognizant.com for roles based in the Americas or CareersIndia2@cognizant.com for roles based in India. About Cognizant: Cognizant (Nasdaq: CTSH) is an AI Builder and technology services provider, bridging the gap between AI investment and enterprise value by building full-stack AI solutions for our clients. Our deep industry, process and engineering expertise enables us to build an organization’s unique context into technology systems that amplify human potential, drive tangible outcomes and keep global enterprises ahead in a fast-changing world. See how at cognizant.ai or @cognizant.