Linux Systems Engineer

Phillips 66 & YOU - Together we can fuel the future

We are seeking a skilled and experienced Linux Systems Engineer to join our dynamic and innovative team here at Phillips 66.  As a Systems Engineer, you will be responsible for design, implementation, and management of our Linux-based systems as well as engineering innovative solutions.

Responsibilities May Include:

• Design, implement, and manage our Linux Red Hat Enterprise Linux (RHEL) systems supporting physical and virtual servers (on-prem and in cloud).
• Build secure, efficient, and resilient Linux systems supporting critical business functions.
• Drive continuous improvement and improve system reliability by automating manual tasks. 
• Design and implement automated patch management processes for Linux systems, minimizing manual intervention and ensuring systems remain secure and compliant.
• Creating both Shell and Python scripting to automate system administration and installation jobs for migration.
• Serve as RHEL subject matter expert analyzing and resolving complex technical issues. Conduct root cause analysis and implement preventive measures to minimize system downtime and improve overall performance.
• Collaborate with architects, engineers, and stakeholders in implementing next-gen Linux infrastructure.
• Create and maintain technical documentation, including architecture diagrams, design specifications, and operational procedures. Promote knowledge sharing within the team and contribute to the organization's knowledge base.
• Stay up to date with the latest Linux, cloud technologies, trends, and best practices, and evaluate their potential applications to enhance our services. 
• Design, implement, and test disaster recovery strategies and ensure business continuity.
• Collaborate with Managed Service Providers (MSPs) serving as L3/L4 escalation. Provide technical direction and guidance to the MSP.
• Participate in 24/7 on-call rotation when required. 

Required Qualifications:

• Legally authorized to work in the job posting country
• High school diploma or GED equivalent
• 4 or more years of experience working in IT
• Solid understanding of configuration management and infrastructure-as-code (IaC) (e.g. Ansible, Terraform)
• Implementing automation tools and frameworks for CI/CD pipelines
• Hands-on experience with Linux system management and administration (RHEL versions 7, 8, 9)
• Experience building and supporting both physical and cloud-based systems, with a focus on scalability and reliability
• Extensive hands-on experience with Nutanix and VMware
• Solid understanding of AWS cloud technologies

Preferred Qualifications:

• Relevant Certifications (e.g. RedHat, AWS, Azure)
• Container experience with Docker or Kubernetes
• Excellent problem-solving and analytical thinking abilities, with a focus on delivering scalable and reliable solutions
• Strong communication skills, with the ability to effectively convey complex technical concepts to both technical and non-technical stakeholders
• Familiar with developing and maintaining CI/CD pipelines 

At the Phillips 66 Bartlesville Business Operations & Innovation Center, employees from multiple business disciplines deliver critical support and solutions that enable strong operating excellence and growth opportunities for the company worldwide. Located 40 miles north of the urban city of Tulsa, Bartlesville offers the warmth of a close-knit community with the amenities of a much larger city. Home to 35,000, Bartlesville is a vibrant city rich in history, culture and resources that come from a town built around the energy industry. Recognized as one of the top 25 livable cities in the U.S., it’s easy to see citizens take pride in their community. Bartlesville boasts an affordable cost of living with lovely neighborhoods, a thriving downtown, arts and theater, parks and an extensive trail network. Also vital to the community, is the Bartlesville Public School District (BPSD). Among the state's 32 largest school districts, the BPSD is an award-winning leader in STEM education K-12, and the high school is ranked among the best in the state by U.S. News & World Report.

Total Rewards

At Phillips 66, providing access to high quality programs and care for you and your family is important to us. Maintaining a culture of well-being — physical, emotional, social, and financial — is essential for a high-performing organization. When we are at our best, we are poised to deliver exceptional results — personally and professionally. Benefits for certain eligible, full-time employees include:

• Annual Variable Cash Incentive Program (VCIP) bonus
• 8% 401k company match
• Cash Balance Account pension
• Medical, Dental, and Vision benefits with an annual company contribution to a Health Savings Account for employees on HDHP
• Total well-being programs and incentives, including Employee Assistance Plan, well-being reimbursement, and backup family care services

Learn more about Phillips 66 Total Rewards.

Phillips 66 has more than 140 years of experience in providing the energy that enables people to dream bigger and go farther, faster. We are committed to improving lives, and that is our promise to our employees and our communities. We are sustained by the backgrounds and experiences of our diverse teams, which reflect who we are, the environment we create and how we work together. We have been recognized by the Human Rights Campaign, U.S. Department of Labor and the Military Times for our continued commitment to inclusive practices and policies in the hiring and retention of those in the LGBTQ+ community and military veterans. Our company is built on values of safety, honor and commitment. We call our cultural mindset Our Energy in Action, which we define through four simple, intuitive behaviors: We work for the greater good, create an environment of trust, seek different perspectives and achieve excellence.

Learn more about Phillips 66 and how we are working to meet the world's energy needs today and tomorrow, by visiting phillips66.com. 

To be considered

In order to be considered for this position you must complete the entire application process, which includes answering all prescreening questions and providing your eSignature on or before the requisition closing date of 05/14/2025.

Candidates for regular U.S. positions must be a U.S. citizen or national, or an alien admitted as permanent resident, refugee, asylee or temporary resident under 8 U.S.C. 1160(a) or 1255(a)(1).  Individuals with temporary visas such as E, F-1, H-1, H-2, L, B, J, or TN or who need sponsorship for work authorization now or in the future, are not eligible for hire.