DreamWorks Technology - Sr. Systems Administrator, Engineering - Linux - job 1 of 2

DreamWorks Animation is looking for more adventurous dreamers who shoot for the moon. We tell stories about the journeys our unconventional heroes take to make dreams come true. As a growth-minded studio, we pride ourselves on being one of the world's leading producers of high-quality, award-winning, animated films and series, reaching consumers around the globe. We push to feel more, laugh more, and build immersive new worlds.

DreamWorks creates a diverse array of original content in a variety of formats, delivering compelling stories with unique characters. We place tremendous value on the experiences our talent brings to the table from their own non-traditional paths to success. We believe in frequent communication and that transparency and trust yield the best work. We are a community of artists, technologists, innovators, and creators, who are passionate about animation and also happen to love eating lunch together. 

Comcast NBCUniversal has announced its intent to create a new publicly traded company ('Versant') comprised of most of NBCUniversal's cable television networks, including USA Network, CNBC, MSNBC, Oxygen, E!, SYFY and Golf Channel along with complementary digital assets Fandango, Rotten Tomatoes, GolfNow, GolfPass, and SportsEngine. The well-capitalized company will have significant scale as a pure-play set of assets anchored by leading news, sports and entertainment content. The spin-off is expected to be completed during 2025.

DreamWorks Animation is seeking a Senior Systems Administrator to join its multi-platform Infrastructure Engineering and Operations team. As a Senior Systems Administrator, you will be responsible for administering and architecting the studio’s Linux infrastructure ranging from business as usual tasks, upgrades, and systems programming. You will also work closely with various teams and Principal Engineers to architect complex deployments and integrations of new technologies.

To be a part of this outstanding team, you should be an experienced system administrator with an expertise in architecting and troubleshooting, effective communication skills, and a willingness to be challenged daily. Your ability to prioritize, multitask, and resolve complicated technical issues will be invaluable contributions towards your success.

If you are part of the fandom and believe teamwork makes the dream work, join us in #livingthedream and #doingyourdreamwork! 

“What would you say you do here?”

• Leading support of the Linux environment including but not limited to security updates, package repository management, investigation and deployment of Linux OS / kernel configuration and hardware lifecycle management tasks
• Create process documentation for the team which includes best practices based on industry standards
• Deliver training and mentorship to junior members of the team on administration and best practices
• Manage name services (Red Hat IDM) and work with other teams to interface with Active Directory and upstream HR services
• Manage virtualization (Red Hat / Openshift Virtualization, Hyper-V, VMWare) and cloud (Azure and AWS) efforts
• As part of a team, design, update, and maintain systems that provision and update operating systems (Foreman / Katello and Chef / Ansible)
• Drive enhancements and bug fixes for large-scale automation projects such as patching, provisioning, and kickstart domains
• Participate in escalations and Root Cause Analysis
• Participate in 24/7 on-call rotation
• Manage your work queue while clearly documenting progress and other pertinent information
• Communicating clearly and efficiently (written and spoken) as needed
• Implement off-hours maintenance tasks

“What do I need to have in order to do this job?”

• Minimum 10+ years as a Senior Linux system administration in a large (500+system) environment
• Develop tools using Python, bash, etc. to replace manual work and improve the efficiency of the technology department
• Experience supporting and provisioning Red Hat Enterprise Linux (Server and Workstation/Client)
• Experience with CI/CD pipelines like Gitlab / Github
• Must have strong customer service and documentation skills with the ability to balance project work with technical support
• Must be able to prioritize and manage issues of varying complexity and criticality
• Must have effective analytical skills, with the ability to diagnose and correct performance and reliability issues

“What can I offer?”

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience in a computer or information management field
• Linux certifications (e.g., RHCE, LFCS, LPIC-1)
• Advanced knowledge of LDAP (layout, queries, object manipulation)
• Experience in OSE / RHV administration
• Experience designing and implementing automation tools like Chef or Ansible
• Solid skills in Bash and Python with familiarity using Perl or Ansible for automation.
• Experience supporting SSL and PKI in an enterprise environment
• Familiarity with Networking Technologies such as routing, switching and load balancing
• Some experience administering Windows Active Directory and MacOS
• Experience with JIRA and ServiceNow

Hybrid: This position has been designated as hybrid, which currently requires contributing from the office a minimum of three days per week. Beginning January 5, 2026, hybrid employees will be required to work from the office a minimum of four days per week. The Company reserves the right to change in-office requirements at any time. 

This position is eligible for company sponsored benefits, including medical, dental and vision insurance, 401(k), paid leave, tuition reimbursement, and a variety of other discounts and perks. Learn more about the benefits offered by NBCUniversal by visiting the Benefits page of the Careers website.

Salary range: $150,000 - $175,000

As part of our selection process, external candidates may be required to attend an in-person interview with an NBCUniversal employee at one of our locations prior to a hiring decision. NBCUniversal's policy is to provide equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender, gender identity or expression, age, national origin or ancestry, citizenship, disability, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, veteran status, membership in the uniformed services, genetic information, or any other basis protected by applicable law.

NBCUniversal will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories, or arrest or conviction records, in a manner consistent with relevant legal requirements, including the City of Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative For Hiring Ordinance, the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers, and the California Fair Chance Act, where applicable.

If you are a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran and require support throughout the application and/or recruitment process as a result of your disability, you have the right to request a reasonable accommodation. You can submit your request to [email protected].