Linux Endpoint Engineer; Laptops​/desktops

Job Description

This company's platform runs on Linux, and this role is part of a growing effort to scale Linux desktop engineering across the organization. The team currently supports approximately 100 Linux virtual machines and endpoints and is in the early stages of expanding Linux adoption. This position is primarily a Linux Desktop Engineer, responsible for managing Linux desktops and laptops, writing and maintaining Puppet code, and ensuring systems align with defined security and configuration standards.

Puppet and Linux engineering are the top two priorities for the role. The engineer will also support a mixed environment, with some macOS device management, while keeping Linux as the primary focus. This role works closely with engineering and IT teams to drive adoption, standardization, and a clear path forward for Linux endpoints.

• Linux engineering (desktop and laptop environments)
• Puppet development and configuration management
• Linux OS administration and support
• Endpoint management at scale (Linux-focused)
• Automation of configuration, security, and standards enforcement

• Strong understanding of Linux desktop environments and user support
• Experience managing systems at scale in a production environment
• Ability to define standards and implement them through automation
• Comfortable operating in a growing, evolving environment
• Strong communication skills to align on plans and execution paths

Entry Level

Contract position based out of Cary, NC.

The pay range for this position is $30.00 - $50.00/hr eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include:
Medical, dental & vision;
Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital; 401(k) Retirement Plan - Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions;
Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D);
Short and long-term disability;
Health Spending Account (HSA);
Transportation benefits;
Employee Assistance Program;
Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave).

This is a fully remote position.

This position is anticipated to close on Feb 27, 2026.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.