Senior System EngineerPune, IndiaJR013719 **Job Description - AIX L3 System Administrator** **About Us** Ensono is a hybrid IT services provider that sees a world in transformation. We understand the world of business has become more complex, layered, and interdependent because we're enabling the IT infrastructure for that transformation. Our clients are some of the most innovative and forward-thinking companies in the world and we help keep their businesses thriving. With nearly 50 years of experience, we optimize and modernize IT infrastructure by amplifying the power of mainframes and mid-range servers with the agility of cloud. Check us out at www.ensono.com. **Job Summary** The AIX L3 System Administrator is responsible for expert-level administration, engineering, and support of IBM AIX and pSeries environments. This role acts as the highest technical escalation point, owning complex troubleshooting, performance tuning, migrations, virtualization, and lifecycle management while ensuring system stability, security, and availability in mission-critical environments. **Key Responsibilities** **AIX & pSeries Administration** + Install, configure, administer, and maintain **IBM AIX servers** in enterprise environments + Perform **AIX OS administration, kernel management, and LVM management** + Manage **user administration** , security policies, password, and identity management + Administer system services such as **NIS, NFS, Samba, and printer services** **Virtualization & Power Platform** + Robust expertise in **PowerVM / VIOS** , HMC, and AIX virtualization + Build and administer **VIOS servers** + Manage **HMC administration and upgrades** (Version 9 & 10) + Deep knowledge of **Power8, Power9, and Power10/11 pSeries architectures** + Expert understanding of: + **DLPAR** + **LPM (Live Partition Mobility)** + **Virtual networking** + **Virtual storage** + **SR-IOV,



vNIC adapters** + Hands-on experience with **NPIV** and SAN-attached storage **Build, Migration & Lifecycle Management** + Perform **AIX server build and configuration** using best practices + Manage **NIM (Network Installation Manager)** for OS deployment and maintenance + Execute **OS patching, upgrades, and VIOS upgrades** + Lead and execute **AIX** **OS migrations** : 6.1, 7.1, 7.2, 7.3. + Perform **hardware refresh, storage migration, and platform migrations** + Experience in **pSeries hardware commissioning and implementation** **Performance, HA & DR** + Analyze **resource utilization and system performance** + Perform **performance tuning and capacity planning** + Strong experience in **storage management** , **SAN environments** , and **HA concepts** + Design and support **Fault Tolerant systems** , **Business Continuity** , and **Disaster Recovery planning** **Incident, RCA & Operations** + Act as **final escalation point** for complex AIX and hardware-related issues + Robust in **hardware and OS-level troubleshooting** + Lead **Major Incident troubleshooting and RCA** + Perform **trend analysis** , identify recurring issues, and drive corrective actions + Coordinate with **hardware vendors** for issue resolution + Plan, schedule, and execute changes; coordinate with cross-functional stakeholders + Prepare **weekly and monthly operational status reports** + Adhere to **ITIL processes** , quality, and security standards **Automation & Documentation** + Develop **Shell / Perl scripts** to automate day-to-day administration tasks + Maintain and update **technical documentation, SOPs,



and knowledge base** + Support continuous **knowledge acquisition and documentation updates** **Leadership & Collaboration** + Provide **technical SME support** across projects and operations + Work closely with application, database, storage, network, and cloud teams + Communicate effectively with interdisciplinary technical and non-technical teams + Work in **rotational shifts and on-call support models** **Required Skills & Experience** + **8-12+ years** of hands-on experience in **IBM AIX and pSeries administration** + Deep understanding of **IBM AIX OS and Power Systems architecture** + Strong experience with **PowerVM, VIOS, HMC** + Excellent troubleshooting skills for **OS and hardware issues** + Strong scripting skills ( **Shell, Perl** ) + Experience in **enterprise production environments** **Preferred Qualifications** + IBM Certifications in: + **AIX System Administration** + **pSeries Hardware** + **Performance Tuning** + **Network Administration** + Experience in **large, mission-critical environments** + Exposure to **hybrid or cloud-integrated IBM Power workloads** **Professional Attributes** + Strong analytical and problem-solving skills + Ability to diagnose and resolve issues quickly under pressure + Excellent communication and documentation skills + Proactive, detail-oriented, and ownership-driven mindset + Team-oriented approach with mentoring and knowledge-sharing attitude Shift timing- 1:30 PM to 10:30 PM We are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to caste, colour, creed, religion, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, disability, HIV status, or any other status protected by law. Candidates with disabilities who require accommodations during the recruitment process are encouraged to contact our Talent Acquisition team to place a request. JR013719

📌 Senior System Engineer (Pune)
🏢 Ensono
📍 Pune