Linux Administrator at Keywords Studios

Rio de Janeiro, State of Rio de Janeiro, Brazil

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Not SpecifiedCompensation
Mid-level (3 to 4 years), Senior (5 to 8 years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
Video Games, Gaming, TechnologyIndustries

Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree in a relevant technical field or equivalent experience
  • Strong understanding of Linux stack technologies, standards and trends
  • Strong technical background with 5+ years’ experience in Linux stack administration
  • Strong technical knowledge of Storage and Server equipment, virtualization and production setups
  • Advanced experience of building and troubleshooting Linux OS environments
  • Strong technical knowledge of Cloud Infrastructure, Azure, AWS
  • Experience with scripting with Shell/PowerShell, Bash, Python, and/or Git
  • Puppet and/or Ansible configuration management experience
  • Experience with Docker
  • Experience with IT infrastructure migrations
  • Strong understanding of Infrastructure change management
  • Exceptional communication and presentation skills, with the ability to articulate technical concepts to non-technical audiences
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to translate business needs into technical requirements and ability to identify and resolve complex IT infrastructure issues
  • Strong decision-making skills
  • Strong understanding of gaming industry dynamics and trends, with a passion for gaming

Responsibilities

  • Ensure that all escalated incidents are handled within SLA’s
  • Act as expert support for Linux stack related incidents and support requests
  • Installation, configuration, and support of Linux environment
  • Manage problem resolution with third party vendors
  • Participate in Problem management processes
  • Support company Linux infrastructure on premise and in a Cloud
  • Provide operational administration and configuration support for highly available server landscapes
  • Deliver new services according to the business requirements
  • Participate in integration projects, ensuring that new existing studios are brought to the latest infrastructure standards
  • Identify opportunities for process improvement and efficiency enhancements
  • Create and maintain technical documentation on all system designs and configurations, troubleshooting procedures

Skills

Linux
Linux Administration
Server Management
Cloud Infrastructure
High Availability
SLA Management
Problem Management
Vendor Management
Technical Documentation
Infrastructure Support

Keywords Studios

Comprehensive service provider for video games

About Keywords Studios

Keywords Studios provides a wide range of services for the video games industry, supporting the entire lifecycle of game development. Their offerings include game-ready art, marketing, game development, functional and localization testing, text and audio localization, casting, audio post-production, community management, player support, and content moderation. The company utilizes proprietary technology to enhance its end-to-end platform, allowing clients to effectively bring their game concepts to life. Unlike many competitors, Keywords Studios focuses on delivering customized solutions that cater to the specific needs and budgets of their clients. The goal of Keywords Studios is to assist game developers and publishers in creating engaging digital content that entertains, connects, and educates players.

London, United KingdomHeadquarters
1998Year Founded
$487.8MTotal Funding
IPOCompany Stage
Consumer Software, Entertainment, GamingIndustries
5,001-10,000Employees

Benefits

Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Life Insurance
Disability Insurance
Unlimited Paid Time Off
Paid Vacation
401(k) Company Match
401(k) Retirement Plan
Flexible Work Hours
Company Equity

Risks

Increased competition may impact Keywords Studios' market share in the gaming industry.
Integration of acquired companies could pose operational challenges and affect service quality.
Reliance on major clients like Microsoft may lead to revenue volatility.

Differentiation

Keywords Studios offers end-to-end services for the entire game development lifecycle.
The company has a global presence with over 13,000 professionals in 25+ countries.
Proprietary technology enhances Keywords Studios' platform for digital content creation.

Upsides

Acquisition of Certain Affinity expands Keywords Studios' AAA game development capabilities.
Integration with Microsoft's Community Sift boosts AI-enabled content moderation services.
Private equity interest indicates strong market confidence and strategic growth potential.

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