Monitoring Engineer

Responsibilities:

• Design, implement and maintain robust monitoring solutions tailored to diverse IT environments.
• Utilize Checkmk to configure monitoring rules, alerting logic, service discovery and dashboards.
• Manage distributed monitoring setups, including hybrid cloud, VPN-connected and on-prem infrastructures.
• Develop and customize monitoring checks, rules and notifications within Checkmk.
• Integrate Checkmk with external systems such as ticketing platforms, messaging services and incident management tools.
• Troubleshoot complex systems and improve visibility across various platforms.
• Document monitoring strategies and provide support to internal and client teams.

Must-Have:

• Solid experience with Checkmk (preferably Enterprise Edition) in production environments.
• Proficient in Linux system administration and configuration.
• Strong scripting skills in Python and Bash/Shell.
• In-depth knowledge of IT infrastructure components, including servers, networks, databases and applications.
• Familiarity with SNMP, agent-based monitoring and piggybacking techniques.
• Excellent troubleshooting and problem-solving abilities.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, capable of collaborating effectively with cross-functional teams.

Nice-to-Have:

• Experience integrating Checkmk with tools like MS Teams, Jira, or ServiceNow.
• Familiarity with other monitoring tools (e.g., Zabbix, Prometheus, Grafana).
• Knowledge of ITIL processes, particularly incident, problem and change management.
• Experience with plugin/extension development in Checkmk.
• Relevant certifications (e.g., Checkmk, Linux, monitoring-related).

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