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Athena Cloud

Secure hybrid cloud services and cybersecurity

Senior Systems Engineer - Linux

Full-TimeUpdated on 10/15/2026
No salary listed
Senior
Bachelor's
Athens, Greece
In Person
DevOps & Infrastructure

About the job

Requirements
  • A bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field is required; relevant Linux administration certifications are a plus.
  • At least five years of Systems Engineering experience with a strong focus on Linux environments is required.
  • Extensive knowledge of Linux operating systems such as CentOS, Ubuntu, and RHEL, as well as kernel architecture, is required.
  • Demonstrated experience in system performance tuning, security hardening, and troubleshooting is required.
  • Proficiency in scripting languages such as Bash, Python, or Ruby for automation tasks is required.
  • Experience with configuration management tools such as Ansible, Puppet, and Chef, and orchestration platforms such as Kubernetes, is required.
  • A strong understanding of networking concepts, protocols, and security measures is required.
  • The role requires working collaboratively in a team-oriented environment.
Responsibilities
  • Design, implement, and optimize Linux-based systems for high availability and performance.
  • Troubleshoot complex system issues and resolve incidents in a timely manner.
  • Automate system deployments, configuration, and management using scripting and orchestration tools.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate technologies and enhance system functionality.
  • Monitor system health and performance metrics to identify areas for improvement.
  • Lead initiatives focused on best practices in Linux security, performance, and reliability.
  • Provide mentorship and guidance to junior engineers in Linux systems administration.
  • Stay updated with the latest trends and advancements in Linux technologies and open-source software.
Desired Qualifications
  • Relevant certifications in Linux administration are a plus.

About the company

Athena Cloud provides secure and hybrid cloud infrastructure and managed services. It offers bespoke dedicated private cloud options and hybrid cloud services, along with managed cybersecurity and business continuity, delivered through client or partner data centres via alliances with Gartner Magic Quadrant technology vendors. The company focuses on trusted, compliant cloud environments and end-to-end managed services. Their goal is to help organizations run workloads securely and reliably in hybrid and private cloud setups while ensuring continuity and protection from cyber threats.

Company Size

11-50

Company Stage

N/A

Total Funding

N/A

Headquarters

Toronto, Canada

Founded

2019

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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • The website updated August 26, 2026, signaling an active commercial presence.
  • United Fintech highlighted Athena hiring Scott Loughran on April 2, 2025, for North America.
  • Athena Cloud's 2025 managed security and intrusion tools align with rising compliance demand.

What critics are saying

  • Athena Cloud shows no 2025-2026 press releases, masking traction and customer wins.
  • Simplify lists zero Athena Cloud jobs on August 22, 2026, signaling muted hiring.
  • AWS, Azure, and Google Cloud pressure commodity infrastructure margins and customer retention.

What makes Athena Cloud unique

  • Toronto-based Athena Cloud runs locally operated data centres across Canada and Caribbean.
  • It sells hybrid private cloud, managed security, and business continuity under one roof.
  • Its VDC encrypts backups on arrival and supports pay-per-use private environments.

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