Observability Operations Engineer
Phoenix, AZ
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Experienced
Job Role: Observability Operations Engineer
Location: Phoenix, AZ (Hybrid)
Duration: 12 Months
Job Description:
Location: Phoenix, AZ (Hybrid)
Duration: 12 Months
Job Description:
| Manage and support Linux-based infrastructure and containerized environments (Docker, Kubernetes). |
| Administer and optimize large-scale Elasticsearch clusters (configuration, scaling, performance tuning, troubleshooting). |
| Provide end-to-end system administration support across environments. |
| Perform deep-dive troubleshooting across infrastructure, network, and observability stack components. |
| Support ITSM processes including incident, change, problem management. |
| Manage hardware and software lifecycle activities. |
| Ensure platform stability, high availability, and performance optimization. |
| Collaborate with platform engineering and SRE teams to improve observability maturity. |
| Assist in deployment, upgrades, and operational governance of observability tools. |
| Contribute to automation and operational efficiency improvements. |
| Minimum Qualifications |
| Deep knowledge of Linux systems administration |
| Strong hands-on experience with: |
| Containerized environments (Docker) |
| Kubernetes (production environments) |
| Rancher (preferred but not mandatory) |
| Extensive experience in system administration across enterprise environments |
| Strong exposure to ITSM processes and hardware/software lifecycle management |
| Superior troubleshooting and root cause analysis skills |
| Strong knowledge of Elasticsearch architecture, configuration, concepts, and performance tuning |
| Deep familiarity with networking concepts (TCP/IP, DNS, load balancing, firewalls, routing) |
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