Linux Engineer

Position: Linux Engineer Client: Private Sector Technology Company Location: Toronto (Hybrid) Duration: 6 - 12 Months initially, potential for Contract to Hire Position Overview We are looking for an experienced Linux Desktop Engineer to design, build, automate, secure, and manage enterprise Ubuntu workstation environments. This is an engineering-focused role supporting developers, Engineering/R&D teams, AI workloads, and GPU-based systems. This is not a traditional Desktop Support/EUC Operations role. The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience owning and engineering Linux workstation platforms in production environments. Key Responsibilities - Design, build, and manage enterprise Ubuntu desktop/workstation environments. - Own Linux workstation lifecycle, including provisioning, configuration, patching, security, and upgrades. - Administer HCL BigFix, including packaging, software deployment, and Linux patch management. - Automate Linux provisioning and administration using Bash, Python, and Ansible. - Deploy and support endpoint security tools including Zscaler, CrowdStrike, and ThreatLocker. - Support developer and engineering environments using Docker, containers, and virtualization. - Support AI/ML and GPU-enabled Linux workstations. - Perform advanced troubleshooting across Linux OS, kernel, drivers, firmware, networking, security, and hardware. - Implement Linux security hardening and enterprise workstation standards. Required Skills - 5+ years of hands-on Linux engineering experience. - Strong Ubuntu Desktop engineering experience in production environments. - Linux workstation/platform ownership experience. - Hands-on HCL BigFix administration and packaging. - Strong Bash/Python scripting and Ansible automation. - Experience with Zscaler, CrowdStrike, and/or ThreatLocker. - Strong knowledge of Docker, containers, and virtualization. - Linux patch management, automated deployment, and security hardening. - Experience supporting developers, Engineering/R&D teams, or technical workstation environments. - Strong Linux troubleshooting skills across OS, drivers, networking, containers, and GPU environments. Ideal Profile: A hands-on Linux engineer who has built, automated, and owned enterprise Ubuntu workstation platforms, rather than someone primarily focused on desktop support or Linux helpdesk operations. #IndKyn - Please note this is for a contract position with one of our clients and not a fulltime employment role with Kyndryl Canada**