LINUX ADMINISTRATOR (part-time)

Rockaway/ Blockchain

We are looking for a Linux Administrator for Rockaway Blockchain Fund – Venture Capital firm focused on the blockchain industry. The position will take full responsibility for managing staking server infrastructure of the company (we run blockchain nodes).

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

Linux Administration (primary):

• Identify and eliminate performance bottlenecks on Linux systems.
• Improve security of the staking infrastructure (hot wallets).
• Design and build high-availability clusters.
• Improve monitoring to support 24/7 operations (we use Collecd, InfluxDB, Grafana).

Thought leadership:

• Periodically write articles and knowledge nuggets on findings identified while designing, building and running the blockchain infrastructure.
• Help build internal knowledge database.
• Be recognized as a “thought leader” in the crypto space.

Network and PR:

• Establish and nurture network of technical experts and subject matter experts associated with the blockchain projects (Solana, Terra, etc.).

OUR EXPECTATIONS:

• IT background, degree in Computer Science or Software Engineering.
• Experience in designing, building and supporting 24/7 operations in enterprise environment.
• Autonomous in taking ownership and at the same time team player.
• Entrepreneurship and drive (curiosity-driven, not searching for easy way out).
• Ability to structure, analyze and synthesize complex problems.
• Proficiency in writing of technical articles.