Senior Linux Systems & Virtualization Engineer

Salary: $104,000 - 114,400 per year Requirements: Experience with networking, systems software, and virtualization Strong knowledge of Linux internals, system boot, systemd, networking, and performance troubleshooting Hands-on experience with KVM, QEMU, libvirt, virtual networking, and virtual NICs Understanding of IPv4, NICs, Linux bridges, bonding, VLANs, routing, DHCP, DNS, and firewalling Experience with SR-IOV, PCI passthrough, DPDK, and Open vSwitch (OVS) Proficiency in Python and shell scripting Familiarity with REST/RESTCONF APIs, NETCONF, and YANG Experience managing Linux services, RPM-based distributions, and packaging Ability to troubleshoot production issues using logs, core dumps, packet captures, and traces Strong understanding of kernel boot loaders and boot order, including UEFI and initramfs Strong understanding of how to identify memory leaks and system performance bottlenecks Responsibilities: Manage, optimize, and troubleshoot Linux-based infrastructure and virtualized environments Technologies: KVM Linux Python QEMU REST System Engineer Security More: We are seeking a System Engineer. The pay range is $50.00–$55.00 per hour. We offer medical, dental, and vision insurance; a 401(k) retirement plan; a health savings account; short- and long-term disability insurance; life and AD&D insurance; paid sick leave where required by law; supplemental insurance plans; identity theft protection; pet insurance; employee wellness programs; an employee assistance program; and career growth and professional development opportunities. Benefit eligibility, accrual rates, and usage limits may vary by employment status, length of service, and work location. Paid sick leave is provided in accordance with applicable state and municipal requirements, and benefit plans may be changed or ended in accordance with applicable laws. Founded in 2010 and headquartered in the Washington, DC metro area, we are Cynet Systems, a technology staffing and workforce solutions company serving Fortune 500 companies, government agencies, and enterprise organizations across the United States and Canada. We provide staffing solutions in IT, engineering, life sciences, clinical, and professional fields, supported by a recruitment team operating across North America and Asia. As a nationally and locally certified Minority Business Enterprise, we are committed to helping organizations build effective teams and supporting professionals in growing their careers. We are certified to ISO 9001, ISO 14001, ISO 27001, and SOC 2 Type II standards. last updated 41 week of 2026