Company Description Outcome School is a free tech school and workshop platform focused on delivering practical, technology-driven skills to underserved youths and kids. The organization addresses the gap between education and employment by offering affordable, outcome-based learning that is closely aligned with workforce needs. Learners gain job-ready technical and professional skills, supported by mentorship, projects, and clear pathways into high-growth careers in tech.

Outcome

School partners with employers to create measurable employment and income outcomes, and is building a scalable, repeatable program model. The mission is to equip participants for meaningful employment and long-term economic mobility, emphasizing skills that translate directly into real-world opportunities.

Role Description The Linux Specialist is a full-time, remote role responsible for supporting Outcome School’s instructional and operational infrastructure built on Linux and related technologies. Day-to-day tasks include managing and maintaining Linux systems, configuring user environments, monitoring performance, and implementing updates and security patches.

The Linux

Specialist will troubleshoot system issues, assist learners and staff with Linux-related questions, and contribute to the design of hands-on labs and projects that teach practical operating system concepts. This role collaborates with instructors and program staff to ensure reliable, secure environments for courses and workshops,



and helps document best practices and procedures for internal and learner use.

Qualifications

- Candidates should possess strong Linux System Administration skills, including experience with common Linux distributions and command-line tools.
- Candidates should possess a solid understanding of Operating Systems concepts, such as processes, memory management, file systems, and networking.
- Candidates should possess experience with Unix and related environments, including shell scripting and basic automation.
- Candidates should possess troubleshooting skills for diagnosing and resolving system, network, and configuration issues.
- Candidates should possess infrastructure-related skills, such as managing servers (physical or virtual), using cloud platforms, and implementing basic security controls.
- Relevant additional qualifications include familiarity with configuration management tools (e.g., Ansible), version control (e.g., Git), and containerization (e.g., Docker).
- Solid written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to explain technical concepts clearly to learners with varying levels of experience.
- Demonstrated ability to work independently in a remote environment, collaborate with cross-functional teams, and prioritize multiple tasks.
- Experience in education, mentoring, or training, especially with underserved communities, is highly beneficial.
- A degree in computer science, information technology, or related field, or equivalent practical experience, is preferred.

📌 Linux Specialist (India)
🏢 Outcome School
📍 India