System Engineer (Carbonio CE / Zimbra)

This is a remote position.

    CarbonioCE Deployment:

      Install, configure, and deploy CarbonioCE on Linux-based servers.

      Set up and integrate required components (PostgreSQL, Redis, Nginx, Docker, etc.).

      Configure email protocols (SMTP, IMAP, CalDAV, CardDAV) and ensure interoperability with existing systems.

    Infrastructure Automation:

      Automate deployment and configuration using Infrastructure as Code (IaC) tools like Ansible or Terraform.

      Implement containerized workflows (Docker) for scalable and reproducible deployments.

    Security and Compliance:

      Configure email security protocols (SPF, DKIM, DMARC) and SSL/TLS certificates.

      Ensure compliance with data privacy standards (GDPR, etc.).

    Collaboration with Existing Team:

      Work alongside the System Administrator to troubleshoot and optimize server performance.

      Document processes and provide knowledge transfer to the internal team.

    Monitoring and Maintenance:

      Set up monitoring tools (e.g., Prometheus, Grafana) to track server health, email delivery, and user activity.

      Perform regular updates, backups, and disaster recovery planning.

    User Management:

      Configure LDAP/Active Directory integration for user authentication.

      Manage mailboxes, domains, and access controls within CarbonioCE.


Requirements

    Must-Have:

      3+ years of hands-on experience with Linux server administration (Ubuntu/CentOS/RHEL).

      Proficiency in deploying and managing email/collaboration platforms (e.g., CarbonioCE, Zimbra, Open-Xchange, or similar).

      Experience with Docker and containerized application deployment.

      Strong scripting skills (Bash, Python) for automation.

      Knowledge of email protocols (SMTP, IMAP), security practices (SPF, DKIM), and networking (DNS, firewalls).

    Nice-to-Have:

      Familiarity with CarbonioCE’s architecture and components.

      Experience with Infrastructure as Code (IaC) tools like Ansible or Terraform.

      Basic understanding of relational databases (PostgreSQL/MySQL).

      Certifications: Linux (RHCE, LPIC), DevOps (AWS, Docker, Kubernetes), or email security.


Originally posted on Himalayas