Server Administrator (Patching)
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 Description:-
The role of a System Engineer (Patching Support with Windows and Linux) is pivotal in maintaining the security and stability of an organization's IT infrastructure. This position involves managing and deploying patches across various systems to mitigate vulnerabilities and ensure optimal performance.
Responsibilities:-
Patch Management: Develop and implement patch management strategies for Windows and Linux systems, ensuring timely application of updates to address security vulnerabilities and system bugs.
System Monitoring: Continuously monitor system performance and health, identifying and resolving issues related to patch deployments and system stability.
Automation: Utilize automation tools such as Ansible Tower, SCCM, WSUS, Bigfix and ConnectWise Automate to streamline patch deployment processes and reduce manual intervention.
Compliance and Reporting: Generate compliance reports to verify patch status across systems, ensuring adherence to organizational policies and regulatory requirements.
Collaboration: Work closely with security, network, and application teams to coordinate patching activities, minimizing downtime and service disruptions.
Documentation: Maintain detailed records of patching activities, including schedules, deployment outcomes, and system configurations.
Required Skills and Qualifications:-
Operating Systems: Proficient in administering Windows Server (2012/2016/2019/2022) and various Linux distributions (RHEL, Ubuntu, Debian).
Patch Management Tools: Experience with tools like Bigfix,SCCM, WSUS for deploying and managing patches.
Scripting: Strong scripting skills in PowerShell, Bash, or Python to automate patching tasks and system configurations.
Virtualization: Familiarity with virtualization platforms such as VMware, Hyper-V, and KVM, including patching virtualized environments.
Security Awareness: Understanding of security principles and practices, including vulnerability assessments and remediation strategies.
Communication: Excellent verbal and written communication skills to effectively collaborate with cross-functional teams and document procedures.
Experience:
Minimum of 3 years in system administration with a focus on patch management in mixed Windows and Linux environments.
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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