What are the responsibilities and job description for the Linux System Administrator position at Quest Global?
Company Description
Quest Global is a global engineering solutions provider, headquartered in Singapore with operations in 18 countries and 93 delivery centers worldwide. For over 25 years, Quest Global has been solving some of the world's most challenging engineering problems by combining deep industry expertise with advanced technology. With a team of over 21,000 professionals, Quest Global delivers innovative, end-to-end solutions across industries such as aerospace, automotive, energy, healthcare, and semiconductors. Committed to integrity and excellence, Quest Global is dedicated to creating meaningful impact and building a brighter future through engineering.
Role Description
As a Linux System Administrator at Quest Global, you will manage and maintain Linux-based systems to ensure their optimal performance and reliability.
Key Responsibilities:
- Design and develop compute cluster configurations optimized for performance, reliability, and scalability in customer's systems.
- Select and validate hardware components including CPUs, memory, storage, networking, and specialized accelerators.
- Collaborate with hardware, software, and systems engineering teams to ensure seamless integration of compute clusters into broader system architectures.
- Document hardware design decisions, integration procedures, and diagnostic workflows for internal and cross-team use.
- Participate in design reviews, integration planning, and collaborative problem-solving sessions with cross-functional teams.
Required Skills & Qualifications:
- Strong experience in computer hardware design, particularly in compute cluster or server environments.
- Experience in networking design, including InfiniBand, Ethernet switches, with expertise in port mapping and configuration.
- Familiarity with modern memory technologies (e.g., DDR4/DDR5, DIMM, LPDDR, HBM).
- Familiarity with Linux system administration and OS customization (preferably SUSE Linux).
- Understanding of system-level performance tuning and hardware-software interaction.
- Excellent documentation and communication skills.
Preferred Attributes:
- Experience with hardware validation and troubleshooting tools.
- Knowledge of high-performance computing (HPC) or distributed systems.
- Ability to work effectively in a collaborative, cross-functional engineering environment.
- Test-driven development mindset and attention to detail.
- Self-starter with a proactive approach to problem-solving and continuous improvement.