SysAdmin wanted at BigWorld

Linux system admin for Online Games Engine dev team. Work with small enthusiastic team on cool, fun stuff.

We are looking for an experienced and resourceful Systems Admin with a strong technical mind and some programming capability to administer our internal network and processes. In this varied role you will assist in maintaining and improving our network including firewalls, web servers, email, VPN and FTP, backup and recovery processes, MediaWiki, PHPBB and providing support for software and hardware issues.

This role is ideal for someone with sound Sys Admin and technical skills looking for a job with varied work.

Requirements

• Strong Linux experience
• An intermediate level in Linux administration that includes basic Linux (LAMP) server administration tasks (MySQL, FTP, HTTP, SMB, automated tasks, automated backups)
• Basic OS X and Windows desktop administration skills
• Demonstrate a good understanding of server security issues, and network/web protocols
• Extensive Networking Experience (configuring/managing switches and firewalls)
• Ability to troubleshoot and solve day to day issues associated with the Network, Internet link, PCs, Printers and Phones
• Self-motivated and able to work well both independently and as part of a team
• Good communication skills
• Highly organised with excellent time management and an ability to deliver on deadlines with multiple tasks
• Previous experience setting-up build frameworks and infrastructure.

Desirable skills and knowledge

• Qualifications in computer science software engineering or relevant area
• Scripting or Programming Experience (eg. Python, Perl, PHP, Awk, Shell, C, C++)
• Automated build/continuous integration tool administration (Hudson/Jenkins)
• Issue tracking tool administration (such as Bugzilla)
• Web development (HTML, CSS, JavaScript, PHP, etc)
• Familiar with SVN or other source control
• Have experience in MySQL database server administration

Salary: to $77k package, commensurate with ability and experience.
If you believe that you are the right person for this position, please forward your resume by email to: jobs@bigworldtech.com

About BigWorld
BigWorld is an Australian company that creates a leading online game engine using Linux mission critical servers and Windows based 3D clients. We are interested in hiring staff that have strong technical abilities, are passionate about the games industry and enjoy thinking and solving technical and design challenges creatively.

BigWorld Technology is the product of a creative, dynamic and innovative team working in an environment that is challenging, exciting and constantly evolving. The most recent product built using our engine, World of Tanks has over 5 million players.

Simon Hayes, CTO, BigWorld
jobs@bigworldtech.com