NOC Linux Specialist (Remote only)
Job Summary
Job Description
Crytek seeks an experienced NOC Linux Specialist to remotely support their NetOps department in Frankfurt, Germany. The role involves 24/7 monitoring and troubleshooting of their gaming network across multiple data centers, games, and platforms. Responsibilities include monitoring using Nagios, Zabbix, Grafana; installing, configuring, and patching software; collaborating with R&D; maintaining accurate documentation; assisting with process development; and maintaining a highly available environment. The position offers both permanent (Germany residents) and freelance (outside Germany, within 2 hours of CET) contract options.
Must have:
- 3+ years NOC experience
- Strong Linux admin skills
- TCP/IP understanding
- Automation/config mgmt (Ansible preferred)
- Virtualization experience
- Database knowledge (Postgres, MariaDB, etc.)
Good to have:
- Ubuntu/Debian experience
- Docker experience
- DNS, HTTP/HTTPS, VPN knowledge
- NGINX knowledge
- Scripting (Shell, Python, etc.)
Perks:
- Gym membership (Fitness First)
- German language courses
- 24+ vacation days (employees in Frankfurt)
- International environment
15 skills required
Job Details
NOC Linux Specialist (Remote only)
We are looking for an experienced NOC Linux Specialist to support our NetOps department in Frankfurt, Germany (remote only).
You will be responsible for the monitoring and troubleshooting of Crytek’s 24×7 gaming network across multiple data-centers, games, and platforms.
Remote Work
1. If you are already living in Germany, we are able to offer you a permanent work contract and allow you to work remotely as an employee from your current location.
2. If you are living outside of Germany (max. +/- 2 hours CET), we can offer you a freelance contract arrangement.
- Responsibilities
- Monitoring and operation of the 24×7×365 hosted data-center environment using the monitoring tools Nagios, Zabbix, Grafana etc;
- Installation, configuration and patching of system and game software;
- Work closely with R&D to install, configure and operate developed features, as appropriate;
- Ensure appropriate, accurate, up-to-date technical documentation is available for systems and game logic, and environment;
- Assist with process, policy development and documentation;
- Operate and maintain a dynamic, highly available environment.
- Requirements
- 3+ years of experience as a NOC Engineer or NOC Specialist;
- English level – Intermediate and upper;
- Strong understanding of TCP/IP;
- Linux administration experience;
- Experience in automation/configuration management tools (Ansible is preferable), Git;
- Hands - on experience with virtualization technologies.
- Database knowledge: Postgres, MariaDB, Redis, MongoDB;
- Familiar with the following protocols and services (desirable and will be considered as a strong advantage):
- DNS
- HTTP/HTTPS
- VPN (IPSec, OpenVPN)
- NGINX
- Knowledge of at least one scripting language (Shell, Perl, Python, etc.)
- Pluses
- Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Computer Networks or Information Security is preferred;
- Specific experience with Ubuntu/Debian Linux;
- Experience with monitoring systems (Nagios, Zabbix, Grafana etc.);
- Professional experience with Docker.
What you can expect from us
Career Path
Your professional development is important to us, so we have laid out a career plan to help you progress towards your goals and objectives.
Gym Card *
A healthy body is a healthy mind. We offer a membership at the premium gym chain Fitness First in Germany. Work out, join group fitness classes, or relax in the wellness facilities.
International Environment
We truly embody diversity at Crytek. With employees from over 42 different countries, we define ourselves by our cultural diversity.
German Classes
Understanding the local culture will make your stay abroad more enjoyable, and Crytek supports that by offering German language courses for you and your family.
Vacation Days *
At our Frankfurt office you can enjoy 24 days of vacation per year, and every 2 years you get 1 more (up to a maximum of 28 days). You will also have on average 10 public holidays on top of the days you take off.
*only applicable to employees in Frankfurt.
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About The Company
Crytek is an independent videogame developer, publisher, and technology provider dedicated to pushing the boundaries of gaming with its cutting-edge 3D game development solution CRYENGINE. With headquarters in Frankfurt am Main (Germany) and studios in Kiev (Ukraine), and Istanbul (Turkey), Crytek has created multiple award-winning titles, including the original Far Cry, the Crysis series, Ryse: Son of Rome, Warface, The Climb, Robinson: The Journey and Hunt: Showdown. Crytek delivers fun and innovative gaming experiences for PC, consoles, and VR and continues to grow its reach in the games-as-a-service market. Every Crytek game is created with CRYENGINE, which can be used by anyone to create games.
For more information visit www.crytek.com - www.cryengine.com and www.huntshowdown.com
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