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System Administrator (VMware & Linux)
Hybrid in Tres Cantos·Added 11 days ago
Overview
Job details
Hybrid
Office and home days — the ad has the split.
Requirements
Have the right to work in Spain
Lynx Tech doesn't mention sponsorship in the ad.
Speak fluent Spanish
Listed as a requirement in the ad.
Be near Tres Cantos for hybrid days
No relocation package mentioned.
University degree
“Grado en Ingeniería Informática, Telecomunicaciones, Sistemas de Información o formación técnica equivalente.” — per the ad.
This job was automatically translated to English.
Pay & benefits
What you'll get
By joining our team, you will enjoy multiple benefits, such as:
- We care about your well-being, so you will have health insurance, life insurance, and access to
- We promote flexibility with a hybrid and collaborative model
- We boost your growth with specialized training and career opportunities in a global technology ecosystem focused on data and AI applied to fraud and AML.
- We aim to make your workdays more accessible, so you will have meal vouchers and family support measures.
Requirements
What we're looking for
- Previous experience in systems administration, infrastructure support, or similar technical roles in corporate environments. (Mandatory)
- Practical knowledge in the operation of VMware virtualization platforms, including management of virtual machines, resources, incidents, and basic maintenance tasks. (Mandatory)
- Solid experience or knowledge in Linux systems administration, preferably CentOS, Rocky Linux, Red Hat, or equivalent distributions. (Mandatory)
- Experience working with operating procedures, technical documentation, incident resolution, and support for infrastructure services. (Desirable)
- Operation and administration of VMware environments: management of virtual machines, resources, snapshots, templates, basic monitoring, and incident support. (Mandatory)
- Linux systems administration: management of users, services, permissions, storage, logs, updates, basic scripting, and troubleshooting. (Mandatory)
- General knowledge of networks, storage, backup, monitoring, and security applied to virtualized systems and infrastructures. (Mandatory)
- Ability to follow procedures, document changes, collaborate with other technical teams, and escalate incidents when necessary. (Mandatory)
- Knowledge of automation through scripting, Ansible, or other configuration management tools. (Desirable)
- Proactivity, attention to detail, service orientation, and analytical capacity to resolve incidents in an orderly manner. (Mandatory)
- Clear communication, teamwork, and willingness to learn and evolve technically within the Infrastructure area. (Desirable)
SKILLS THAT ARE A PLUS
Nice to have
- Knowledge of identity management, corporate directories, LDAP, Microsoft Entra ID, or authentication integration with internal services.
- Knowledge of communications and networking: DNS, addressing, load balancers, firewalls, or connectivity between on-premises and cloud environments.
- Experience with monitoring, backup, inventory, capacity planning, or operational management tools for infrastructures.
Education & certifications
- Degree in Computer Engineering, Telecommunications, Information Systems, or equivalent technical training.
- Certifications related to VMware, Linux, cloud, cybersecurity, identities, or networks. (Desirable)
Languages
- Fluent Spanish. (Mandatory)
- Medium-high level of technical English, especially for documentation, support with vendors, and collaboration in international environments. (Desirable)
The role
At Lynx Financial Crime Tech S.A., we are an AI-based software company specialized in detecting and predicting behavior patterns. Led by an expert team from the financial and academic sector, we develop and implement cutting-edge, self-learning AI technologies. Our platform excels in low-latency transaction processing technologies and is available both on-premises and in the cloud.
We develop advanced technology for fraud prevention and anti-money laundering (AML), helping global organizations make real-time decisions through advanced analytics and artificial intelligence.
What you'll do
As a System Administrator, you will be part of the team that maintains and evolves the infrastructure platforms that support Lynx's services. These will be some of the key activities in your day-to-day:
- Operate and maintain VMware environments, providing support for the management of virtual machines, resources, incidents, changes, and planned maintenance tasks.
- Administer Linux systems, performing configuration, update, service review, log analysis, incident support, and technical documentation tasks.
- Collaborate on infrastructure improvement, automation, monitoring, backup, service continuity, and operational optimization projects.
- Support the application of security best practices, access management, communications, and operation of hybrid platforms, working in a coordinated manner with other technical teams.
WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR IN YOU
We are looking for a System Administrator to join the Infrastructure team in Madrid. The selected person will participate in the operation, maintenance, and improvement of Lynx's technological infrastructure, with a special focus on VMware virtualization environments and Linux systems. The role combines daily administration tasks, support for critical platforms, technical documentation, and collaboration in initiatives for system evolution, automation, and security.
TAKE YOUR NEXT PROFESSIONAL STEP HERE
If you are interested and meet the requirements, apply now or share this opportunity with someone you think would be ideal for this role.
Want to get to know us better? Visit our website https://lynxtech.com/
About Lynx Tech
Lynx Tech is a technology company specializing in the development of advanced software solutions for the financial services industry. The company provides a platform that enables financial institutions to manage their operations more efficiently through innovative data processing and automation tools. With a global presence, Lynx Tech serves clients across multiple markets, positioning itself as a key player in the fintech space.
In Spain, Lynx Tech has established a significant presence with its office in Madrid, which serves as a hub for its European operations. The company is known for a collaborative and dynamic work culture, attracting international talent. For professionals looking to relocate, Lynx Tech offers a multicultural environment and the opportunity to work on cutting-edge technology in one of Europe's most vibrant capitals.
- Founded
- 2015
- Employees
- 100–500
- Headquarters
- Madrid, Spain
- In Spain
- Madrid
Good to know if you are moving
- Lynx Tech offers visa sponsorship for international hires, making the relocation process smoother.
- The company's working language is English, which facilitates integration for non-Spanish speakers.
- Madrid offers a high quality of life with a lower cost of living compared to other major European capitals.
- The company provides relocation assistance including help with housing and administrative paperwork.
- Lynx Tech has a flat organizational structure, allowing for significant responsibility and growth from early on.
In their own words
About the company & team
We offer an international and specialized environment where you can grow, innovate, and work with purpose, contributing to a safer and more transparent financial ecosystem. We prioritize vision, agility, and speed to deliver exceptional customer experiences and have built lasting, trusted relationships with some of the world's leading financial institutions, fintechs, and commercial companies around the globe.
We embrace a strong risk culture and expect all our team members, regardless of their role, to take a proactive and responsible approach to risk management.
Additional information
Lynx Tech is proud to be an equal opportunity organization, regardless of age, gender, disability, marital status, race, religion, or sexual orientation. We are committed to offering an inclusive and accessible recruitment process for all individuals.
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