[Jobposts] Free Software Foundation seeks full-time senior GNU/Linux systems administrator
Zak Rogoff
zak at fsf.org
Wed Aug 20 19:34:43 UTC 2014
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The Free Software Foundation (FSF), a Boston-based 501(c)(3) charity
with a worldwide mission to protect freedoms critical to the
computer-using public, seeks a full-time senior systems administrator.
You can view this job listing online at
https://www.fsf.org/resources/jobs/fsf-seeks-full-time-senior-gnu-linux-systems-administrator-2
The ideal candidate will be a well-rounded GNU/Linux systems
administrator who thrives on constant broad-based learning and
problem-solving. (S)he will be familiar with the free software
community and how it works, and will be more interested in making a
substantial contribution to software freedom and having employment
consistent with ethical ideals than obtaining the highest salary.
This is an opportunity to work for the organization that started the
GNU Project, launched the free software movement, and safeguards the
GNU General Public License. The position includes frequent contact and
collaboration with many of the core GNU developers, and currently
reports to the executive director.
Together, the senior systems administrators have a great deal of
influence over technology decisions within the FSF, and do crucial
work empowering thousands of others to develop free software.
With our small staff of twelve, each person makes a clear
contribution. We work hard, but offer a humane and fun work environment.
The FSF is a mature and growing organization that provides great
potential for advancement; existing staff are prioritized for any new
job openings.
Example systems administration tasks include:
Be a lead voice in the Foundation's software system decision-making
Install and maintain fully free GNU/Linux systems on servers,
desktops, laptops, and embedded devices
Support GNU developers and FSF staff in their use of FSF-owned systems
Monitor and improve system security and network infrastructure
Spec and purchase new equipment
Coordinate work of volunteer systems administrators
Share in the on-call rotation to deal with core system emergencies
Learn about and work with cutting-edge free technologies like Coreboot
Blog publicly about the technologies and techniques used at the
FSF; inform FSF policy positions in technical areas
Programming is occasionally required, such as:
Fix bugs and submit patches upstream for the software used at the FSF
Design, write, and release new software when existing software
doesn't fit the bill
Improve and maintain existing custom software
Useful specific experience includes:
4+ years experience as a GNU/Linux systems administrator
3+ years experience with at least two programming languages
2+ years experience with an apt-based GNU/Linux distribution
1+ years experience with SQL (preferably PostgreSQL or MySQL)
Undergraduate college degree, or in lieu of degree, substantially
more experience than that listed above
A portfolio of contributions to free software projects or their
development infrastructure
Expected technical skills are:
Expert knowledge of systems administration for GNU/Linux with
apt-based distributions
In-depth understanding of key network protocols such as TCP/IP,
BGP, DNS, SMTP, HTTP, FTP, NFS, DHCP, etc.
In-depth understanding of key system components such as
virtualization, automated systems management, software RAID, MTAs, etc.
In-depth knowledge of Drupal and Nginx.
Familiarity with at least two of Perl, PHP, Python or Ruby. High
proficiency (expert preferred) in at least one of these languages
Thorough knowledge of network and system security, especially as
related to the kernel Linux and common Internet services
Knowledge of network routing and related services in GNU/Linux,
such as iptables and stateful firewalls.
Ability to design SQL databases
Ability to spec, purchase, assemble, and debug components for
custom-build server systems
We will prefer candidates with additional skills, such as:
In-depth knowledge of CiviCRM, Xen, Puppet, Exim, Spamassassin,
Mailman, Quagga, Apache, RT, Coreboot, Squid, Zope, Plone, Semantic
Mediawiki, CAS, Django, SQL Ledger
Knowledge of version control systems: Git, Subversion, CVS, RCS
Soldering, making your own Ethernet cable, extremely high Nethack
scores
We also require:
A willingness to learn and understand how political and
philosophical positions of an organization impact computing requirements
An ability to work as part of a team and to handle and coordinate
contributions from a volunteer core
Being open-minded and tolerant of others
Benefits and salary
The job must be worked on-site at FSF's downtown Boston offices,
because it involves caring for equipment that is physically located there.
It is a union position. The salary is fixed at $61,651 and is
non-negotiable. Other benefits include:
reimbursement for some relocation expenses,
full family health coverage through Blue Cross/Blue Shield's HMO
Blue program,
subsidized dental plan,
four weeks of paid vacation annually,
seventeen paid holidays annually,
public transit commuting cost reimbursement,
403(b) program through TIAA-CREF,
yearly cost-of-living pay increases, and
potential for an annual performance bonus.
Application instructions
The position is available immediately, and we will be accepting
applications until it is filled.
Applications must be submitted via email to hiring at fsf.org. The email
must contain the subject line, "Senior Systems Administrator." A
complete application should include:
cover letter,
resume,
contact information for three references, and
links to any published free software work.
All materials must be in a free format (such as plain text, PDF, or
OpenDocument, and not Microsoft Word). Email submissions that do not
follow these instructions will be overlooked. No phone calls, please.
An on-site interview will be required with the executive director and
the technology team.
We are an equal opportunity employer, committed to promoting a diverse
workplace, and do not discriminate based on gender, sex, race, color,
religion, national origin, age, disability, marital status, or sexual
orientation.
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Zak Rogoff
Campaigns Manager
Free Software Foundation
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