Systems Engineer, AWS and Linux

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Key Responsibilities

 

Linux Platform & OS Operations

·       Own Linux OS and platform administration for scientific environments, including EC2 servers and workstations, ensuring reliable, secure, and compliant operations.

·       Manage system lifecycle activities such as package installation, maintenance, patching, service restarts, and environment stabilization with minimal disruption to users.

·       Lead OS level vulnerability remediation, coordinating maintenance windows and validating service restoration post patching.

·       Administer Linux storage and shared access (e.g., logical volumes, NFS/FUSE/SMB mounts, automount configurations) to ensure consistent and reliable user access.

·       Manage Unix identity and access controls, including group membership and directory service integration, to enable timely and appropriate access to IPS systems.

·       Support migration and modernization initiatives across Linux environments in partnership with platform and application teams.

Cloud Infrastructure Support & Operations (AWS)

·       Provide operational support of Scientific AWS environments, ensuring secure, resilient provisioning and day‑to‑day support for cloud‑based workloads.

·       Provision and support Linux EC2 infrastructure for scientists and engineers.

·       Own AWS IAM operations, including user and role lifecycle management, access key rotation, and permissions policy administration.

·       Manage Amazon S3 storage and access patterns, supporting internal and external data sharing, archival restores, and secure data transfer workflows.

·       Support core AWS services (e.g., EC2, S3, load balancing, Lambda, Storage Gateway) through troubleshooting, maintenance, and operational support.

·       Monitor and optimize cloud costs, leveraging cost‑management tools to track spend, identify optimization opportunities, and support rightsizing efforts.

Qualifications & Experience

 

General

·       Bachelors in a related field or relevant certifications in lieu of a degree

·       5+ years’ experience in AWS and Linux administration

 

 

Linux & Systems

·       Strong Linux system administration and command line troubleshooting experience in production environments.

·       Experience with shell scripting and automation supporting operational workflows, validation, and access management.

·       Hands on experience with OS level security patching, vulnerability remediation, and maintenance coordination.

·       Proficiency managing Linux storage, shared filesystems, and access controls (e.g., NFS/SMB/FUSE, automounts, Unix identity).

·       Experience managing SSL/TLS certificate lifecycle and maintaining certificate inventories.

 

AWS & Cloud Operations

·       Working knowledge of AWS services used in platform operations, including EC2, IAM, S3, and Lambda.

·       Practical experience administering AWS IAM (users, roles, access keys, least privilege policies).

·       Experience managing S3 storage and secure data sharing patterns for internal and external consumers.

·       Familiarity with AWS CLI usage, credential management, and cloud operational troubleshooting.

 

Tools & Platforms

·       Linux systems and shell environments.

·       AWS Console and core services (IAM, EC2, S3).

·       ServiceNow or equivalent ITSM platform.

·       Familiarity with Git/GitHub workflows and developer enablement practices.

·       Programming or automation experience in one or more languages (e.g., Python, TypeScript), including AWS automation.

·       Experience with or interest in AI assisted development tools and agentic coding assistants.

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The starting compensation range(s) for this role are listed above for a full-time employee (FTE) basis. Additional incentive cash and stock opportunities (based on eligibility) may be available. The starting pay rate takes into account characteristics of the job, such as required skills, where the job is performed, the employee’s work schedule, job-related knowledge, and experience. Final, individual compensation will be decided based on demonstrated experience. 

Eligibility for specific benefits listed on our careers site may vary based on the job and location. For more on benefits, please visit https://careers.bms.com/life-at-bms/.
 

Benefit offerings are subject to the terms and conditions of the applicable plans in effect at the time and may require enrollment. Our benefits include:

• Health Coverage: Medical, pharmacy, dental, and vision care.

• Wellbeing Support: Programs such as BMS Well-Being Account, BMS Living Life Better, and Employee Assistance Programs (EAP).

• Financial Well-being and Protection: 401(k) plan, short- and long-term disability, life insurance, accident insurance, supplemental health insurance, business travel protection, personal liability protection, identity theft benefit, legal support, and survivor support.

​Work-life benefits include:

Paid Time Off

• US Exempt Employees: flexible time off (unlimited, with manager approval, 11 paid national holidays (not applicable to employees in Phoenix, AZ, Puerto Rico or Rayzebio employees)

• Phoenix, AZ, Puerto Rico and Rayzebio Exempt, Non-Exempt, Hourly Employees: 160 hours annual paid vacation for new hires with manager approval, 11 national holidays, and 3 optional holidays

Based on eligibility*, additional time off for employees may include unlimited paid sick time, up to 2 paid volunteer days per year, summer hours flexibility, leaves of absence for medical, personal, parental, caregiver, bereavement, and military needs and an annual Global Shutdown between Christmas and New Years Day.

All global employees full and part-time who are actively employed at and paid directly by BMS at the end of the calendar year are eligible to take advantage of the Global Shutdown.

*Eligibility Disclosure: The summer hours program is for United States (U.S.) office-based employees due to the unique nature of their work. Summer hours are generally not available for field sales and manufacturing operations and may also be limited for the capability centers. Employees in remote-by-design or lab-based roles may be eligible for summer hours, depending on the nature of their work, and should discuss eligibility with their manager. Employees covered under a collective bargaining agreement should consult that document to determine if they are eligible. Contractors, leased workers and other service providers are not eligible to participate in the program.

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On-site Protocol

BMS has an occupancy structure that determines where an employee is required to conduct their work. This structure includes site-essential, site-by-design, field-based and remote-by-design jobs. The occupancy type that you are assigned is determined by the nature and responsibilities of your role:

Site-essential roles require 100% of shifts onsite at your assigned facility. Site-by-design roles may be eligible for a hybrid work model with at least 50% onsite at your assigned facility. For these roles, onsite presence is considered an essential job function and is critical to collaboration, innovation, productivity, and a positive Company culture. For field-based and remote-by-design roles the ability to physically travel to visit customers, patients or business partners and to attend meetings on behalf of BMS as directed is an essential job function.

Supporting People with Disabilities

BMS is dedicated to ensuring that people with disabilities can excel through a transparent recruitment process, reasonable workplace accommodations/adjustments and ongoing support in their roles. Applicants can request a reasonable workplace accommodation/adjustment prior to accepting a job offer. If you require reasonable accommodations/adjustments in completing this application, or in any part of the recruitment process, direct your inquiries to adastaffingsupport@bms.com. Visit careers.bms.com/eeo-accessibility to access our complete Equal Employment Opportunity statement.

Candidate Rights

BMS will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records, pursuant to applicable laws in your area.

If you live in or expect to work from Los Angeles County if hired for this position, please visit this page for important additional information: https://careers.bms.com/california-residents/

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