Hi all, Just reaching out on the off-chance that some of you may be interested in a permanent FreeBSD opportunity I have in NYC... Before I go into detail, it's worth mentioning that I realise some of you aren't based in NYC (or even the US) so I need to be clear that this is a permanent, on-site position. Telecommuting is not an option, and my client wont sponsor so you need to have either Citizenship, a GC or other working visa (EAD etc.) Ideally I'd like to send local applicants, but if you are in the US and genuinely open to relocation, then I will definitely consider presenting you. Anyway, here's the job spec, you can reach me at this email address. Thanks for your time! Senior Linux/FreeBSD Admin My client is dedicated to open source development and want someone with the passion and desire to work in that environment (FreeBSD, Apache, and MySQL). Job Description Is the idea of working on a highly scalable site that supports millions of users world wide in a 24 x 7 environment a thrill or a downer? When you look at "sysctl" output to debug a production environment configuration issue - is it like trying to decipher Martian hieroglyphics or easy bed time reading? What will you do: The focus is on building and enhancing scalable systems (FreeBSD); measurement, optimization, and tuning of system performance and ensuring that systems will run reliably and are highly available in a 24/7 production environment. You will work with the rest of our engineering team to support and grow our production environment. * Lead/execute the configuration/build-out of new high performance systems to facilitate our constant growth * Architect and optimize a highly scalable database-driven application * Remote and on-site administration * Resolve complex issues of live system, during heaviest traffic, which will include on-call support rotation with 7 other people (usually one week every month). * Create and maintain operational documentation pertaining to deployment, management and administrative processes * Upgrade existing software * Apply security patches * Write scripts to enable other engineers to deploy services Skills Qualifications for Success: ----------------------------------- Atleast 5+ yrs of experience being an administrator in a LAMP environment (linux/freebsd/unix). Demonstrated experience in applying shell scripting to manage automation tasks IP networking knowledge Experience working with Version control applications like Subversion Sponge-like ability to rapidly absorb and apply the most appropriate technology to difficult problems Ideal if you know all of some of the following: ----------------------------------------------------------- * FreeBSD (FreeBSD 6.x and 7.x (moving to 8.x soon)) * Using both ports and packages to maintain software * Using a build server to build packages and push them out to many machines * Pound/Nginx/Apache * BIND * PostFix Bonus if you can help with MySQL administrator (not a DBA though). If this position/location interests you please let me know asap... If you could enclose your "word" resume in your contact email that would be great! Once I get a response from you, I will be in touch right away to discuss in more detail.. salary/client etc. If you are not interested for any reason, please let me know... and be sure to forward to anyone who may be interested! Many thanks.. I look forward to hearing from you either way.. Meg Moriarty OB Recruitment Inc. meg@obrecruitment.com 201-258-4636 Click to see all our job postings : http://www.obrecruitment.com/list_jobs.html