Operating System Administrator

OS Admin

Function

Enterprise Applications

Our Company

We’re Hitachi Digital Services, a global digital solutions and transformation business with a bold vision of our world’s potential. We’re people-centric and here to power good. Every day, we future-proof urban spaces, conserve natural resources, protect rainforests, and save lives. This is a world where innovation, technology, and deep expertise come together to take our company and customers from what’s now to what’s next. We make it happen through the power of acceleration.

Imagine the sheer breadth of talent it takes to bring a better tomorrow closer to today. We don’t expect you to ‘fit’ every requirement – your life experience, character, perspective, and passion for achieving great things in the world are equally as important to us.

Job description

Job Summary**

We are seeking a skilled OS Administrator to join our team at Hitachi, Ltd. This role is responsible for the installation, configuration, maintenance, and reliable operation of computer operating systems, ensuring optimal performance and security for our critical infrastructure.

Job Responsibilities**

* Install, configure, and maintain operating systems (e.g., Linux, Windows Server) on physical and virtual servers.
* Perform routine system administration tasks, including user account management, file system management, and disk space monitoring.
* Monitor system performance, identify bottlenecks, and implement solutions to optimize resource utilization.
* Apply patches, updates, and service packs to operating systems and related software to maintain security and stability.
* Troubleshoot and resolve operating system-related issues, including boot failures, application errors, and network connectivity problems.
* Implement and maintain backup and recovery procedures for operating systems and critical data.
* Develop and maintain documentation for system configurations, procedures, and troubleshooting guides.
* Collaborate with network administrators, database administrators, and application teams to ensure seamless integration and operation.
* Participate in on-call rotation for after-hours support and critical incident response.
* Ensure compliance with security policies and industry best practices.

Job Qualifications**

Experience required - 3- 5 years

* Bachelor's degree in computer science, Information Technology, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience.
* Proven experience as an OS Administrator or similar role, with strong expertise in Linux (e.g., Red Hat, Ubuntu, CentOS) and/or Windows Server operating systems.
* Solid understanding of networking concepts (TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP) and network services.
* Experience with virtualization technologies (e.g., VMware, Hyper-V).
* Familiarity with scripting languages (e.g., Bash, PowerShell, Python) for automation.
* Knowledge of storage technologies (SAN, NAS) and file systems.
* Experience with monitoring tools and incident management systems.
* Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.
* Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively in a team environment.
* Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
* Relevant industry certifications (e.g., Red Hat Certified Engineer (RHCE), Microsoft Certified: Windows Server Hybrid Administrator Associate) are a plus.

About us

We’re a global, team of innovators. Together, we harness engineering excellence and passion to co-create meaningful solutions to complex challenges. We turn organizations into data-driven leaders that can make a positive impact on their industries and society. If you believe that innovation can bring a better tomorrow closer to today, this is the place for you.

Fostering innovation through diverse perspectives

Hitachi is a global company operating across a wide range of industries and regions. One of the things that sets Hitachi apart is the diversity of our business and people, which drives our innovation and growth.

We are committed to building an inclusive culture based on mutual respect and merit-based systems. We believe that when people feel valued, heard, and safe to express themselves, they do their best work.

How we look after you

We help take care of your today and tomorrow with industry-leading benefits, support, and services that look after your holistic health and wellbeing. We’re also champions of life balance and offer flexible arrangements that work for you (role and location dependent). We’re always looking for new ways of working that bring out our best, which leads to unexpected ideas. So here, you’ll experience a sense of belonging, and discover autonomy, freedom, and ownership as you work alongside talented people you enjoy sharing knowledge with.

We’re proud to say we’re an equal opportunity employer and welcome all applicants for employment without attention to race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran, age, disability status or any other protected characteristic. Should you need reasonable accommodations during the recruitment process, please let us know so that we can do our best to set you up for success.