Senior Linux Engineer Job Listing at Mastercard in Kansas City, MO (Job ID R-271303)

Description

Our Purpose

Mastercard powers economies and empowers people in 200+ countries and territories worldwide. Together with our customers, we're helping build a sustainable economy where everyone can prosper. We support a wide range of digital payments choices, making transactions secure, simple, smart and accessible. Our technology and innovation, partnerships and networks combine to deliver a unique set of products and services that help people, businesses and governments realize their greatest potential.

Title and Summary

Senior Linux Engineer Who is Mastercard?

Mastercard is a global technology company in the payments industry. Our mission is to connect and power an inclusive, digital economy that benefits everyone, everywhere by making transactions safe, simple, smart, and accessible. Using secure data and networks, partnerships and passion, our innovations and solutions help individuals, financial institutions, governments, and businesses realize their greatest potential.

Our decency quotient, or DQ, drives our culture and everything we do inside and outside of our company. With connections across more than 210 countries and territories, we are building a sustainable world that unlocks priceless possibilities for all.
Overview:
Mastercard Distributed Platform Linux Operations team is are comprised of talented, dedicated staff with deep expertise in managing 24*7 Operations. We provide Operation support to Mastercard's most critical applications and services. We strive to provide excellent service as a strategic partner. This position will be a critical part of our team, helping elevate the skills of our organization and carry out strategic roadmap laid out for the future of ONE Operations.
Overview:
Mastercard Distributed Platform Linux Operations team is are comprised of talented, dedicated staff with deep expertise in managing 24*7 Operations. We provide Operation support to Mastercard's most critical applications and services. We strive to provide excellent service as a strategic partner. This position will be a critical part of our team, helping elevate the skills of our organization and carry out strategic roadmap laid out for the future of ONE Operations.
Key Responsibilities
Perform day-to-day platform maintenance tasks in a secure, isolated environment.
Design and engineer systems and solutions as per the latest standards and needs.
Build new systems (Install OS, configure and setup).
Troubleshoot and resolve issues independently without external assistance or online resources.
Manage and maintain Linux systems, ensuring stability and compliance.
Administer, configure and maintain VMware vCenter and virtual machine infrastructure.
Oversee Windows Server environments, including patching and performance optimization.
Implement and manage Commvault backup solutions for data protection and recovery.
Maintain and optimize Nimble Storage Arrays, ensuring high availability and performance.
Document processes, configurations, and troubleshooting steps for internal knowledge sharing.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure platform reliability and security

Preferred Qualifications
Strong knowledge of Linux administration, on Dell and virtual (VMware) hardware.
Familiarity with scripting for automation (e.g., Bash, PowerShell).
Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills in isolated environments.
Ability to work independently without reliance on internet resources or external support.
Excellent documentation and communication skills.
Experience with ITSM processes is a plus. Mastercard is a merit-based, inclusive, equal opportunity employer that considers applicants without regard to gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, ethnicity, disabled or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. We hire the most qualified candidate for the role. In the US or Canada, if you require accommodations or assistance to complete the online application process or during the recruitment process, please contact reasonable_accommodation@mastercard.com and identify the type of accommodation or assistance you are requesting. Do not include any medical or health information in this email. The Reasonable Accommodations team will respond to your email promptly.

Corporate Security Responsibility

All activities involving access to Mastercard assets, information, and networks comes with an inherent risk to the organization and, therefore, it is expected that every person working for, or on behalf of, Mastercard is responsible for information security and must:

• Abide by Mastercard's security policies and practices;

• Ensure the confidentiality and integrity of the information being accessed;

• Report any suspected information security violation or breach, and

• Complete all periodic mandatory security trainings in accordance with Mastercard's guidelines.

In line with Mastercard's total compensation philosophy and assuming that the job will be performed in the US, the successful candidate will be offered a competitive base salary and may be eligible for an annual bonus or commissions depending on the role. The base salary offered may vary depending on multiple factors, including but not limited to location, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. Mastercard benefits for full time (and certain part time) employees generally include: insurance (including medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, disability, life insurance); flexible spending account and health savings account; paid leaves (including 16 weeks of new parent leave and up to 20 days of bereavement leave); 80 hours of Paid Sick and Safe Time, 25 days of vacation time and 5 personal days, pro-rated based on date of hire; 10 annual paid U.S. observed holidays; 401k with a best-in-class company match; deferred compensation for eligible roles; fitness reimbursement or on-site fitness facilities; eligibility for tuition reimbursement; and many more. Mastercard benefits for interns generally include: 56 hours of Paid Sick and Safe Time; jury duty leave; and on-site fitness facilities in some locations.

Pay Ranges

Kansas City, Missouri: $96,000 - $163,000 USD

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