Description

We are seeking a dedicated volunteer to fill the critical role of Linux & Cloud Services Engineer.  The Volunteer will be responsible for the stable, high-performing, and secure operation of our Linux server infrastructure and cloud services.  This role is focused on server-side administration and maintenance and will work closely with the development team, but will not perform core development functions.  Dzokden leverages this technology to support Rinpoche’s core mission including public-facing multilingual websites, learning portals and social media platforms. These services are cloud-based using a mix of open source, commercial products, and integrations.  

Responsibilities

• Manage and administer all AWS based Linux server infrastructure remotely via SSH, ensuring high availability, performance, scalability, and security of production systems.
• Perform system monitoring, patching, configuration management, and security hardening of Linux environments.
• Administer and maintain the cPanel/WHM environment, including user account management.
• Troubleshoot and resolve complex problems across development and production environments.
• Collaborate with the web development team and other volunteers to ensure new and existing environments meet technical requirements and to troubleshoot production issues.
• Work with senior architects to define and implement the technical roadmap for infrastructure.
• Maintain outstanding operations documentation on systems, applications, and environments.
• Manage deployment and monitoring processes for infrastructure services.
• Investigate resources usage issues to determine root cause, evaluating valid adjustment needed or if sites need optimized with ability to demonstrate this conclusively. 
• Attend online development team meetings, use task management tools, and participate with others regularly.

Why This Role Is Important

This role directly supports Rinpoche’s vision to create the Golden Age of peace and harmony on earth through the Kalachakra Tantra.  As the Linux & Cloud Services Engineer, you provide the technical backbone that allows Dzokden’s mission to flourish. By ensuring our servers and cloud integrations are stable and secure, you directly enable a global audience to access Rinpoche’s teachings through our multilingual websites and learning portals. Your work behind the scenes ensures that these vital digital resources remain reliable and high-performing, making you an essential partner in connecting our community with the tools they need for their spiritual practice.

Your work helps Dzokden to inspire transformative experiences that cultivate deep inner realization through a strong compassionate and devoted heart.  The virtue generated through your Dharma service is dedicated to the accumulation of merit which is essential for the path to enlightenment.