The Position

Junior Systems Administrator for a world-class global network.

The Opportunity

Do want to learn how to manage a geographically diverse network of servers and gear in a high-availability environment? Do you enjoy writing code and scripts to make your life easier? Do you find the idea of racking gear in a datacenter fun rather than torture?

Do you believe in the KISS and measure-twice-cut-once philosophies?

We are looking for a motivated and energetic person who wants to be a part of the operations team that operates the OpenDNS infrastructure. You will be exposed to everything from bringing systems together from bare metal to compiling software to doing security testing to networking and routing.

We will make you into an operations ninja.

In this position you will be doing stuff like setting up new development environments including SVN, backups, office mail server (unix based) access, intranet management, etc.

Requirements

• An unbelievably strong sense of integrity and reliability.
• A desire to learn and advance in your career.
• The ability to be proactive, aggressive, self-start, and get things done.
• Experience with Debian Linux or familiar with a common Linux distribution.
• Experience in a datacenter environment, racking machines, etc.
• Experience with setting up laptops, configuring printers and typical IT tasks.
• Experience with bash or shell scripting.
• Experience with Xen or other virtualization technology
• Available to respond and handle after hour issues and be on call. We're operating a critical service which requires 24/7/365 uptime.

Bonus Points

• A university degree, preferably in a related field: computer science, math, physics, etc.
• Experience with FreeBSD or OpenBSD.
• Some experience with SQL.
• Experience working in a 24/7/365 service environment.
• Experience debugging hardware issues.
• Any kind of networking or routing experience.

Quick Skill List (keywords):

Debian, Linux, PXE, FreeBSD, OpenBSD, Cisco Switches, Datacenters, Networking, BGP, OSPF, Anycast, Operations, Infrastructures, Systems Administration, Xen, OpenVPN, Trac, Subversion, IT

The Company

OpenDNS is building new pieces of fundamental infrastructure for the internet and having a great time doing what we are passionate about. We provide an exciting and fulfilling work environment, unmatched opportunity for professional growth, and excellent compensation. We are a profitable startup with a small team working full time at our fantastic offices in San Francisco (which provides tons of bandwidth and comfort). We are supported and advised by well-respected and well-known technologists who excel in their field. Together we want to see a better and safer internet for end-users and consumers. We look forward to talking with you.

Benefits of working at OpenDNS

• Innovative -- We aren't a social networking or Web 2.0 photosharing site. We work on core Internet protocols and make them better.
• No ladders to climb -- We keep a relatively flat corporate structure that promotes fast movement and flexible teams.
• Meritocracy -- The best ideas win, regardless of where they come from.
• Time off to relax -- As a startup, we work our butts off. That's why it's important to get away to clear your mind from time to time. Three weeks and 10 company holidays make that easy.
• Technologists -- We are a company of engineers and technologists passionate about delivering a better Internet.
• Offsites -- It takes getting away for a day every quarter to focus on where we want to be as a company and how we're going to get there.
• No timecards -- We have a few weekly team meetings, but other than that delivering results counts for a lot more than sitting in your chair.
• Food -- Hard work makes you hungry. We keep a well-stocked kitchen with everything from cereal to ice cream.
• Frosty beverages -- Fridays often end with some nice frosty brewed beverages and good conversations.
• Breakfast by the founder -- The early bird gets the worm, or in our case Waffles on Wednesdays, served by our founder.
• Insurance -- We've got you covered from you head to your toes. Medical, Dental and Vision.
• 401K -- We're set up to help our team members practice responsible fiscal management.

Other Details

Please email with questions if you've got 'em. Thanks!

Note: There are multiple positions available -- this is for full time work only -- no contractors or recruiters. Salary is commensurate with experience!