Unix System Administrator – Backup & Data Recovery Specialist

Short company description

Euro-Testing Software Solutions is involved in software consulting, having experience of approx. 20 years on the market in Romania and abroad, through specific IT solutions and services offered in the following areas:

• Software Testing (manual testing, testing automation, performance testing, outsourcing, training and certification, etc.)

• Cyber ​​Security

• DevOps/DevSecOps

• Implementation and Customization of Atlassian & OpenText products (MicroFocus) and other niche products/solutions

• AI based Decision Intelligence solutions.

Requirements

Required Skills and Qualifications:
• Hands-on experience with backup software and technologies.
• Strong understanding of data restoration processes and RPO/RTO concepts.
• Proficiency in Linux (Red Hat), Unix (AIX), and Windows Server systems.
• Familiarity with NAS/SAN storage, RAID, and cloud backup solutions.
• Knowledge of network architecture and protocols (SMB, NFS, FTP).
• Basic scripting skills in Bash, Python, or PowerShell for task automation.
• Understanding of file systems and permission structures.
Soft Skills and Organizational Abilities:
• Attention to detail to prevent errors in backup and restoration processes.
• Team collaboration with system administrators and DevOps teams.
• Time management and prioritization, especially during urgent recovery scenarios.
• Effective documentation and reporting of backup activities and incidents.
Education and Certifications:
• Degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Engineering, or related field.
• Relevant certifications (optional but appreciated):
- IBM Certified Administrator - Spectrum Protect
- Veeam Certified Engineer (VMCE)
- Microsoft Certified: Azure Administrator Associate
- CompTIA Server+ or Network+

Responsibilities

• Configure and monitor backup jobs using enterprise backup software (e.g., Tivoli Storage Manager, Veeam, Commvault, Acronis, Veritas NetBackup).
• Perform data restoration for databases, virtual machines (VMs), logical partitions (LPARs), and applications.
• Ensure compliance with recovery point objectives (RPO) and recovery time objectives (RTO).
• Maintain and troubleshoot backup infrastructure across Linux (Red Hat), AIX, and Windows environments.
• Collaborate with storage teams to manage NAS/SAN systems and RAID configurations.
• Support cloud-based backup solutions (e.g., Azure Backup, AWS Backup).
• Document backup configurations, restoration procedures, and incident reports.

Other info

Job Summary:
We are seeking a skilled and detail-oriented Unix Backup Administrator with expertise in backup solutions, data restoration, and Unix/Linux systems. The ideal candidate will be responsible for configuring, monitoring, and maintaining backup jobs, ensuring data integrity and availability across critical systems. This role requires strong technical knowledge, problem-solving abilities, and collaboration with cross-functional IT teams.