Server Administrator (Devops and Linux)

About PhonePe Limited:

Headquartered in India, its flagship product, the PhonePe digital payments app, was launched in Aug 2016. As of April 2025, PhonePe has over 60 Crore (600 Million) registered users and a digital payments acceptance network spread across over 4 Crore (40+ million) merchants. PhonePe also processes over 33 Crore (330+ Million) transactions daily with an Annualized Total Payment Value (TPV) of over INR 150 lakh crore. 

PhonePe’s portfolio of businesses includes the distribution of financial products (Insurance, Lending, and Wealth) as well as new consumer tech businesses (Pincode - hyperlocal e-commerce and Indus AppStore Localized App Store for the Android ecosystem) in India, which are aligned with the company’s vision to offer every Indian an equal opportunity to accelerate their progress by unlocking the flow of money and access to services.

Culture:

At PhonePe, we go the extra mile to make sure you can bring your best self to work, Everyday!. And that starts with creating the right environment for you. We empower people and trust them to do the right  thing. Here, you own your work from start to finish, right from day one. PhonePe-rs solve complex problems and execute quickly; often building frameworks from scratch. If you’re excited by the idea of building platforms that touch millions, ideating with some of  the best minds in the country and executing on your dreams with purpose and speed, join us!

Job Summary:

We are seeking a proactive and skilled Linux Administrator with a strong DevOps mindset to join our expanding Engineering team. The ideal candidate will be crucial in building, maintaining, and automating our Linux infrastructure to enhance continuous integration and continuous delivery (CI/CD) pipelines, as well as overall system reliability. This role demands a thorough understanding of Linux systems, infrastructure-as-code practices, automation tools, and a collaborative approach to problem-solving within a DevOps environment.

Responsibilities & requirements:

• Design, implement, and manage scalable and reliable Linux-based infrastructure leveraging infrastructure-as-code (IaC) tools.

• Automate system provisioning, configuration management, and application deployments using tools like Saltstack

• Build and maintain CI/CD pipelines using tools such as Jenkins

• Implement and manage containerization technologies (Docker, Kubernetes) and orchestration platforms.

• Proficient in Hashicorp Vault.

• Monitor system performance, identify bottlenecks, and implement solutions for optimization and scalability.

• Implement and manage robust monitoring and alerting systems (e.g., Nagios, Grafana).

• Ensure the security and compliance of Linux systems and infrastructure through automation, patching, and vulnerability management.

• Troubleshoot complex system and application issues across the infrastructure.

• Implement and manage backup and disaster recovery strategies with a focus on automation.

• Drive automation initiatives to reduce manual effort and improve efficiency.

• Document infrastructure, automation scripts, and deployment processes.

• Participate in on-call rotation with an emphasis on proactive problem resolution and automation to prevent recurrence.

• Stay current with the latest DevOps tools, methodologies, and Linux technologies.

• Manage and optimize cloud infrastructure (Azure, GCP) utilizing their Linux-based services and automation capabilities.

Experience & Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field (or equivalent experience).

• 2 years of experience as a Linux Administrator, with demonstrable experience in a DevOps environment.

• Relevant certifications (RHCSA, RHCE).

• Experience with specific cloud platforms (Azure, GCP) and their automation services.

• Deep understanding of Linux operating system internals, administration, and security best practices.

• Strong proficiency in at least one scripting language (Bash, Python preferred) for automation.

• Significant experience with at least one configuration management tool (SaltStack).

• Proficient in Hashicorp Vault.

• Hands-on experience with building and managing CI/CD pipelines.

• Solid understanding of containerization (Docker) and orchestration (Kubernetes).

• Experience with monitoring and logging tools (e.g., Nagios, Grafana).

• Excellent troubleshooting, problem-solving, and analytical skills.

• Strong documentation skills.

PhonePe Full Time Employee Benefits (Not applicable for Intern or Contract Roles)

• Insurance Benefits - Medical Insurance, Critical Illness Insurance, Accidental Insurance, Life Insurance
• Wellness Program - Employee Assistance Program, Onsite Medical Center, Emergency Support System
• Parental Support - Maternity Benefit, Paternity Benefit Program, Adoption Assistance Program, Day-care Support Program
• Mobility Benefits - Relocation benefits, Transfer Support Policy, Travel Policy
• Retirement Benefits - Employee PF Contribution, Flexible PF Contribution, Gratuity, NPS, Leave Encashment 
• Other Benefits - Higher Education Assistance, Car Lease, Salary Advance Policy

Our inclusive culture promotes individual expression, creativity, innovation, and achievement and in turn helps us better understand and serve our customers. We see ourselves as a place for intellectual curiosity,  ideas and debates, where diverse perspectives lead to deeper understanding and better quality results. PhonePe is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to treating all its employees and job applicants equally; regardless of  gender, sexual preference, religion, race, color or disability. If you have a disability or special need that requires assistance or reasonable accommodation, during the application and hiring process, including support for the interview or onboarding process, please fill out this form.

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