Senior Infrastructure Platform Engineer - Linux

Position Overview

Providing for loved ones, planning rewarding retirements, saving enough for whatever lies ahead – our policyholders count on us to be there when it matters most. It’s a big ask, but it’s one that we have the power to deliver when we work together. We collaborate and innovate – pushing one another to transform not just Pacific Life, but the entire industry for the better. Why? Because it’s the right thing to do. Pacific Life is more than a job, it’s a career with purpose. It’s a career where you have the support, balance, and resources to make a positive impact on the future – including your own.

We’re actively seeking a talented Senior Infrastructure Platform Engineer - Linux to join our Data Center Services Team in Newport Beach, CA. This role is hybrid, empowering employees to get work done both in and out of the office.

As a Senior Infrastructure Platform Engineer - Linux, you’ll move Pacific Life, and your career, forward by designing, implementing, and maintaining modern IT infrastructure across various locations globally with a focus on Linux. You will be involved in efforts to automate processes, enhance system performance, and ensure the reliability and security of our systems enterprise-wide. You will fill a new role that sits on a team of 9 people in the Corporate division.

Responsibilities

• Design, deploy, and manage scalable and secure Linux-based systems (RHEL, CentOS, Ubuntu, etc.) across data centers and cloud environments in multiple regions.
• Provide escalation support for complex Linux Server issues, collaborating with operations and support teams to resolve incidents efficiently.
• Define security best practices, hardening guidelines, and compliance standards for Linux Server environment.
• Communicate and enforce Linux Server standards across teams and stakeholders to ensure consistent implementation and compliance.
• Participate in the adoption of automation and IaC projects to optimize system performance and reduce manual intervention globally.
• Mentor and guide junior engineers in best practices and automation techniques.
• Ensure security and industry standards are being met through automation.
• Manage and optimize virtualization and hyper-converged infrastructure to ensure high availability and scalability.
• Ensure comprehensive backups, effective monitoring, capacity planning, and thorough documentation for all data centers globally.
• Stay up-to-date with industry trends and emerging technologies to drive innovation.

Requirements

• BS degree in Computer Science or related field or equivalent experience.
• 8+ years of experience in IT infrastructure engineering, virtualization platforms, and hyper-converged infrastructure, with a strong focus on automation.
• Deep expertise in Linux Server administration, operations, escalation support, and security best practices.
• Proficiency in automation tools and technologies such as Ansible, Terraform, Packer, and scripting languages (e.g., Bash, Python, PowerShell).
• Strong understanding of cloud platforms (e.g., AWS, Azure, Google Cloud) and containerization technologies (e.g., Docker, Kubernetes).
• Experience with CI/CD pipelines and DevOps practices.
• Experience with Infrastructure as Code (IaC).
• Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to work under pressure.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills.

Company Information

People come first here. We’re committed to a diverse, equitable and inclusive workforce. Learn more about how we create a welcoming work environment through Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion at www.pacificlife.com.

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Employment Type

• Full time

Location Type

• Hybrid (Newport Beach, CA)

Salary

• Base Pay Range: The base pay range noted represents the company’s good faith minimum and maximum range for this role at the time of posting. The actual compensation offered to a candidate will be dependent upon several factors, including but not limited to experience.