09 Sep
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VARITE
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Bengaluru
Company Name: VARITE India Private Limited
About The Client
Client is one of the world’s leading auto component makers, supplying OEMs Within the automotive industry, it is one of the leading global manufacturers of exterior rearview mirrors, wiring harnesses and polymer modules and has a diversified industry-leading portfolio of auto ancillary products and services that make it a full system solutions provider for its customers across the globe.
About The Job:
- We are seeking an experienced and proactive Ubuntu Client Consultant to lead the administration, maintenance, and support of Ubuntu-based endpoints across a global enterprise environment.
- The role includes client lifecycle management, patching, automation, and collaboration with cross-functional teams for secure and efficient operations.
- This role requires a strategic thinker with deep technical knowledge and hands-on expertise in Ubuntu system administration and client management tools.
Essential Job Functions:
- Lead the configuration, deployment, and lifecycle management of Ubuntu clients.
- Design and maintain automated OS deployment solutions and patch management strategies.
- Develop scripts (Bash/Python/Ansible) for automating routine tasks and improving operational efficiency.
- Ensure all Ubuntu endpoints comply with corporate security policies and are regularly updated.
- Manage package repositories, application installations, and driver configurations.
- Collaborate with security teams for endpoint hardening, vulnerability remediation, and compliance audits.
- Maintain documentation of configurations, procedures, and system changes.
- Provide Level2 andLevel 3 support for complex Linux desktop issues raised by the service desk or end users.
- Evaluate and implement open-source tools for better manageability and monitoring of Ubuntu devices.
- Coordinate with global IT teams for standardization of images, policies, and configurations.
- Support integration with identity management (LDAP/AD) and endpoint management systems.
- Contribute to IT strategy for Linux endpoint management, reporting to stakeholders and leadership.
Qualifications
Experience
- 4-5 years of experience in administration, maintenance, and support of Ubuntu-based endpoints across a global enterprise environment.
Requirement
- 5+ years of Linux system administration experience (Ubuntu/Debian preferred).
- Proven experience managing large-scale Ubuntu client environments (200+ devices).
- Strong knowledge of Linux OS internals, boot processes, file systems, and networking.
- Experience with automated deployment tools like PXE boot, Kickstart, MAAS, or preseed.
- Hands-on with Ansible, Bash scripting, Python, or equivalent automation frameworks.
- Familiar with APT package management, Snap, Flatpak, and software repository handling.
- Understanding of LDAP/Active Directory integration with Linux clients.
- Experience with patch management and compliance reporting.
- Excellent communication, documentation, and stakeholder management skills.
Soft Skills
- Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.
- Excellent communication and documentation abilities.
Preferred
- Exposure to VDI environments, Zero Trust Security, or Endpoint Detection and Response (EDR) solutions.
- Experience with Canonical Landscape, Foreman/Katello, or other fleet management tools.
- Familiarity with DevOps practices and CI/CD pipelines for endpoint management.
- ITIL or similar certification in service management.
Shift: 24*5 English/German Client (3 shifts)
How to Apply: Interested candidates are encouraged to respond/submit their updated resumes, and for additional job opportunities, please visit Jobs In India – VARITE.
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If you're not available or interested in this opportunity, please pass this along to anyone in your network who might be a good fit and interested in our open positions. VARITE offers a Candidate Referral program, where you'll receive a one-time referral bonus based on the following scale if the referred candidate completes a three-month assignment with VARITE.
Experience Level Bonus Referral:
0-2 years
INR 5,000
2-6 years
INR 7,500
6+ years
INR 10,000
About VARITE: VARITE is a global staffing and IT consulting company providing technical consulting and team augmentation services to Fortune 500 Companies in USA, UK, CANADA and INDIA. VARITE is currently a primary and direct vendor to the leading corporations in the verticals of Networking, Cloud Infrastructure, Hardware and Software, Digital Marketing and Media Solutions, Clinical Diagnostics, Utilities, Gaming and Entertainment, and Financial Services.
Equal Opportunity Employer:
VARITE is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive workplace for all employees. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.
📌 Ubuntu Client Consultant (Bengaluru)
🏢 VARITE
📍 Bengaluru