Sys Admin + Python Infrastructure Engineer

ContractorOpen worldwideCaribbean hours OK
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About the role

This engagement involves key infrastructure delivery built around graph databases (GraphDB / Neo4j). The focus combines high-level systems engineering and infrastructure automation with proactive security standards and system architecture optimization.

Key Areas of Delivery

  • -Infrastructure Operations & Automation: Administering Linux/Unix environments and engineering infrastructure automation utilizing Python.
  • -Database Hardening & Security: Hardening graph database environments, implementing top-tier security standards, and designing monitoring and alerting mechanisms.
  • -Dependency Mapping: Analyzing and mapping technical dependencies between databases, data pipelines, and enterprise-wide systems.
  • -Data Infrastructure: Engineering and optimizing data processing pipelines integrating Python- and Java-based components.
  • -Technical Driving & Autonomy: Collaborating independently with technical stakeholders, driving solutions, and owning delivery outcomes.

Requirements

  • Sys Admin + Python Infrastructure Engineer (Senior)
  • Details: Sys Admin + Python Infrastructure Engineer - Careers VirtusLab
  • Linux / Unix Administration - Advanced

Python - Advanced

  • Kafka / Streaming Data - Regular

Kubernetes - Regular

  • Java (Data pipelines / APIs) - Nice to have
  • GraphDB (Neo4j) / GraphQL - Nice to have

Expected Capabilities & Expertise

  • Solid background in Linux administration and deep understanding of networking concepts
  • Proven expertise in using Python for infrastructure automation, scripting, and system tool development
  • Advanced analytical capabilities for diagnosing, troubleshooting, and resolving complex system performance issues at scale
  • 5+ years of commercial experience in system administration or infrastructure engineering
  • English proficiency at B2/C1 level or higher, enabling seamless technical communication

Nice to Have

Practical experience with Kafka

Working knowledge of Java

  • Hands-on experience with Graph Databases (e.g., Neo4j) or query-layer technologies (GraphQL APIs, Semantic Views)
  • Experience in building or maintaining data ingestion pipelines

Hands-on knowledge of Kubernetes

  • Familiarity with the Snowflake data platform
  • Solid understanding of networking topologies and firewall technologies

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At a glance

  • EmploymentIndependent contractor
  • Hiring scopeOpen worldwide
  • Time zoneCaribbean hours OK
  • SalaryNot disclosed
  • Posted16d ago

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