Company Description Accion Labs is an AI-first, platform-led innovation engineering company headquartered in Pittsburgh, focused on transforming businesses through next-generation technologies. With a global presence across 23 locations and a team of over 5,000 professionals, the company delivers digital engineering, cloud and platform solutions, data and AI services, enterprise automation, and agentic AI solutions.

Accion

Labs leverages proprietary platforms, mature execution models, and strong governance to help clients modernize legacy systems, launch AI-powered products, and improve operational performance. Recognized as one of Pittsburgh’s fastest-growing companies and a leader in innovation, Accion Labs is also acknowledged by leading analyst firms for excellence in Generative AI and software product engineering. The organization fosters an entrepreneurial culture that values continuous learning, collaboration, and long-term impact.

Role Description The Unix-Linux Specialist contract role is a remote position responsible for managing and maintaining Unix and Linux operating environments that support client applications and infrastructure. Day-to-day tasks include monitoring system performance, applying patches and updates, managing user access and security configurations, and troubleshooting incidents to ensure high availability and reliability. The specialist will collaborate with cross-functional engineering and support teams to implement changes, optimize system configurations, and participate in incident and problem management processes.





Additional responsibilities may include scripting and automation of routine tasks, documentation of system procedures, and contributing to best practices for infrastructure operations. The role requires a solid focus on stability, security, and operational excellence in a distributed, remote work setting.

Qualifications

- Candidates should possess strong Linux System Administration skills, including user management, package management, and performance tuning.
- Candidates should possess solid experience with Unix environments and related Operating Systems, including configuration and maintenance.
- Candidates should possess troubleshooting skills for diagnosing and resolving system, network, and application issues.
- Candidates should possess foundational Infrastructure skills, such as working with servers, storage, networking basics, and monitoring tools.
- Relevant experience with shell scripting (e.g., Bash), automation tools (e.g., Ansible), and version control systems is beneficial.
- Knowledge of security best practices, backup and recovery procedures, and high-availability configurations is preferred.
- Prior experience in enterprise or cloud-based environments (AWS, Azure, or similar) is an advantage.
- Strong communication skills, ability to work independently in a remote setting, and a collaborative mindset are essential.
- A bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience, is preferred.

📌 Unix-Linux Specialist (Canada)
🏢 Accion Labs
📍 Canada