Systems Engineer, Principal - Linux
The Principal System Engineer will lead the architecture and design of scalable, secure Linux-based platform solutions for Blackbaud. This role drives DevOps strategy, CI/CD automation, and infrastructure as code across hybrid AWS and Azure environments. The hire will partner with cross-functional teams to implement observability, security, and operational reliability standards. It requires 10+ years of enterprise Linux experience and deep cloud platform expertise.
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Experience
10+ years
Function
Engineering
Work mode
Onsite, India
Company
Tier 2
What you will work on
The Principal System Engineer will lead the architecture and design of scalable, secure Linux-based platform solutions for Blackbaud. This role drives DevOps strategy, CI/CD automation, and infrastructure as code across hybrid AWS and Azure environments. The hire will partner with cross-functional teams to implement observability, security, and operational reliability standards. It requires 10+ years of enterprise Linux experience and deep cloud platform expertise.
TAL's take
Solid senior-level role at an established company with clearly defined technical leadership scope.
Clear, well-defined responsibilities and technical stack for a principal-level platform engineering role.
Must haves
- 10+ years experience in Linux platform infrastructure
- Strong expertise in RedHat
- Experience architecting solutions across AWS and Azure
- Deep expertise in infrastructure as code (Terraform, Ansible)
- Strong experience designing CI/CD pipelines
- Proficiency in Python, Bash, or PowerShell
Tools and skills
Nice to have: jenkins, github actions, gitlab ci, prometheus, grafana, splunk, solarwinds.
About the company
Established enterprise software company serving the social impact sector.
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Blackbaud CEO and Board Member Execute Significant Insider Sales
- Michael Gianoni, CEO of Blackbaud, sold 28,571 shares worth $2.37 million. - Sarah Nash, Board Member, sold 1,600 shares valued at $133,542. - Despite these sales, Blackbaud's stock saw a slight increase, trading at $85.38. Source: [Benzinga](https://www.benzinga.com/insights/news/24/11/42139650/michael-gianoni-executes-sell-order-offloads-2-37m-in-blackbaud-stock), [Benzinga](https://www.benzinga.com/insights/news/24/11/42139646/blackbaud-board-member-trades-companys-stock)
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