Senior Systems Administrator

Job description

Performance Drone Works (PDW) builds technologies for the warfighter, by the warfighter. Born out of the Drone Racing League, our roots are competitive, our mindset is tactical, and our mission is clear: deliver purpose-built unmanned systems to those who serve. We are not here to sell vapor; we build and ship real capabilities for real missions. Now, we’re entering a new phase of growth and are looking for a Senior Systems Administrator to own and operate PDW’s core IT infrastructure across on-premise and cloud environments. This role is responsible for the reliability, security, and performance of Linux systems, virtualization platforms, and supporting Microsoft services (Microsoft 365 and Azure), and serves as the escalation point for complex system issues beyond Tier 2 support. What You’ll Do: - Own Linux systems across on-premise and cloud environments, ensuring performance, reliability, and uptime. - Manage virtual infrastructure (e.g., VMware, Hyper-V), including host configuration and capacity planning. - Enforce secure system baselines through patching, configuration management, and system hardening. - Serve as the escalation point for complex infrastructure issues; drive...