Linux System & Python Automation Engineer
First seen by Alion on Oct 1, 2026.
Linux Systems - Automation Engineer - Python Automation
Experience : 3+ Years
Location : Bangalore
Job Type : Full-time
Job Summary :
Terralogic is looking for a skilled Linux - Python Automation Engineer to administer, support, and enhance Linux-based tools, applications, and infrastructure. The ideal candidate will have strong hands-on experience in Linux administration, Python development, scripting, application support, troubleshooting, and automation.
The role involves working closely with Engineering, Quality, PMO, and IT teams to support critical applications, automate operational processes, resolve technical issues, and drive continuous process improvements.
Key Responsibilities :
- CVE analysis and patching for security vulnerabilities.
- Administer, maintain, and support Linux-based tools, applications, and infrastructure.
- Develop, enhance, and maintain Python scripts and applications to automate operational and engineering processes.
- Manage tool deployments, upgrades, patches, and configuration changes.
- Troubleshoot and resolve tool, application, database, and operating system issues.
- Collaborate with engineering, quality, PMO, and IT teams to identify opportunities for automation and process improvement.
- Maintain security compliance, access controls, backups, and disaster recovery procedures.
- Support users by responding to incidents, service requests, and enhancement requests.
Required Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Engineering, or related field, or equivalent experience.
- 3+ years of experience supporting business or engineering applications and tools.
- Strong Linux administration experience (Red Hat, Rocky Linux, Ubuntu, or equivalent).
- Strong Python development skills for automation, scripting, and application support.
- Experience troubleshooting Linux servers, applications, services, and network connectivity issues.
- Experience with shell scripting (Bash or equivalent).
- Working knowledge of SQL and relational databases (Oracle preferred).
- Experience with source code management tools such as Git.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
- Strong English and communication skills.
Key Technical Skills :
Mandatory :
- Linux Administration
- Python
- Python Automation - Scripting
- Bash - Shell Scripting
- Application - Infrastructure Troubleshooting
- SQL
- Git
- Network Troubleshooting
- Application Support
Preferred :
- Oracle
- Red Hat - Rocky Linux - Ubuntu
- Automation Frameworks
- Backup - Disaster Recovery
- Security - Access Management
Candidate Expectations :
- Strong ownership and accountability for assigned applications and tools.
- Good troubleshooting and root-cause analysis capabilities.
- Ability to work effectively with Engineering, QA, PMO, and IT teams.
- Willingness to learn new technologies and take ownership of automation initiatives.
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment while managing multiple priorities.
- Candidates should be willing to make a minimum commitment of 18 - 24 months to the role and team.
Skills
Python, Shell Scripting, SQL, Git, Troubleshooting, System Administration, Linux, Ubuntu, Red Hat