System Administrator (Linux)

Microavia is a leader in the development and manufacturing of innovative drones, located in the Silicon Oasis area of Dubai. We are committed to creating the technologies of the future, ensuring high quality and functionality of our products.

In MICROAVIA we are developing a drone-in-a-box solution for critical infrastructure & perimeter surveillance. The heart of the system is server-side software that puts together drones, landing stations, client computers, and other devices. Users have full control over any drone connected to the system, including live video streaming. Operation of the system is highly automated, server software controls all operations: performing flights according to schedule, battery swap, preflight checks, missions uploading, downloading high resolution data after flight, and many other necessary things. A typical setup may count up to 100 drones-in-a-box.

We develop all mechanics, electronics, on-board and ground software ourselves, which allows us to effectively integrate all components with each other and quickly solve issues and implement new features.

We use a wide range of modern technologies and programming languages in our work: C++17, Python, Golang, JavaScript, Typescript, WebGL, GStreamer, and WebRTC. Embedded platforms are STM32, NVIDIA Jetson Nano/Orin NX.

Job Summary:

We are seeking a highly skilled System Administrator to manage and maintain our IT infrastructure, network systems, and security protocols.

Key Responsibilities

Server & Network Management:

• Manage and maintain company servers to ensure uninterrupted operation.
• Administer and monitor network infrastructure, including routers, switches, firewalls, and VPNs.
• Troubleshoot and resolve network and system issues promptly.

Security & IT Infrastructure:

• Manage IT security, including access controls, roles, and permissions.
• Implement best practices for data protection, firewalls, and network security.
• Ensure compliance with industry security standards.

Office IT Support:

• Oversee and maintain office network and connected devices.
• Ensure reliable internet access and troubleshoot connectivity issues.
• Coordinate with vendors for hardware and software procurement and maintenance.

Qualifications & Skills:

• Strong knowledge of networking technologies including iptables, routing, VPN, NAT, bridging, and DNS.
• Hands-on experience with Grafana, Prometheus, Docker, AWS, and GitLab.
• Proficiency in Linux-based systems and server management.
• Excellent troubleshooting skills for hardware, software, and network-related issues.
• Ability to document network configurations and IT procedures clearly.
• Strong problem-solving and communication skills.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Industry certifications such as CCNA, CompTIA Network+, AWS Certified Solutions Architect, or similar.
• Prior experience in IT administration, network engineering, or system security.
• Experience working with cloud-based infrastructures and automation tools.

Conditions:

• Location: Dubai, Silicon Oasis
• Working time: 9:00 am to 6:00 pm Monday to Friday
• Friendly, professional, international team
• Comfortable office in Dubai, full of excited engineers in different fields to learn from
• Competitive salary based on your skills and experience

Why Join Microavia

• Be part of an innovative company shaping the future of drone technology.
• Work in a fast-paced, high-growth environment.