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Infrastructure Engineer – AIX to Linux Migration

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Skills

Required

  • Linux
  • Red Hat Enterprise
  • legacy
  • RHEL
  • migration planning
  • post-migration validation
  • troubleshooting
  • IBM AIX administration
  • infrastructure migrations
  • cutover procedures
  • shell scripting

Preferred

  • AIX
  • migration
  • infrastructure
  • Red Hat
  • IBM
  • Enterprise Linux
  • OpenShift administration / deployment
  • IBM AIX

We are looking for an Infrastructure Engineer to support a planned migration of an existing IBM AIX environment to Red Hat Enterprise Linux (RHEL). The role will focus on migration planning, execution, and validation, ensuring a smooth transition from legacy infrastructure to a modern Linux-based environment.

The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience administering IBM AIX and Red Hat Enterprise Linux, along with practical knowledge of enterprise application migrations. Candidates who have successfully completed an actual AIX-to-Red Hat Linux migration will be given particular consideration.

Responsibilities

  • Support the migration of existing IBM AIX environments to Red Hat Enterprise Linux (RHEL).
  • Administer, configure, and troubleshoot IBM AIX and Linux systems.
  • Plan and execute infrastructure and legacy enterprise application migration activities.
  • Assess existing AIX environments, dependencies, and application requirements before migration.
  • Develop migration plans, procedures, and cutover strategies.
  • Perform migration testing, post-migration validation, and troubleshooting.
  • Support the deployment and management of Red Hat OpenShift where required.
  • Develop and maintain shell scripts to automate migration tasks and routine administrative activities.
  • Identify and resolve compatibility, performance, and configuration issues during migration.
  • Document migration procedures, system configurations, and validation results.
  • Collaborate with IT Operations and other technical teams to minimize downtime and ensure a smooth migration.

Requirements

  • 6+ months

B2 or higher (conversational English required)

  • Hands-on experience with IBM AIX administration.
  • Practical experience with Red Hat Enterprise Linux (RHEL) administration.
  • Experience with legacy enterprise application and infrastructure migrations.
  • Knowledge of migration planning, cutover procedures, testing, and post-migration validation.
  • Experience with shell scripting and automation.
  • Understanding of enterprise infrastructure, system dependencies, and troubleshooting.
  • Ability to analyze existing environments and identify potential migration risks.
  • Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.
  • Conversational English at B2 level or higher.
  • Availability to work in the US time zone.

Preferred

  • Proven experience completing an end-to-end migration from IBM AIX to Red Hat Enterprise Linux.
  • Experience with Red Hat OpenShift administration or deployment.
  • Experience migrating business-critical enterprise applications from legacy platforms to Linux.
  • Knowledge of infrastructure modernization and migration best practices.
  • Relevant Red Hat or IBM certifications.