Infrastructure Engineer – AIX to Linux Migration

About the role

Helpware is looking for an Infrastructure Engineer to support a planned migration of an existing IBM AIX environment to Red Hat Enterprise Linux (RHEL). The role focuses on migration planning, execution and validation, ensuring a smooth transition to a modern Linux-based environment. The project lasts 6+ months, with working hours in the US time zone and conversational English at B2 level or higher.

Key responsibilities

• Support the migration of existing IBM AIX environments to Red Hat Enterprise Linux (RHEL).
• Assess existing AIX environments, their dependencies and application requirements before migration.
• Develop migration plans, procedures and cutover strategies, and plan and execute migration activities.
• Perform migration testing, post-migration validation and troubleshooting.
• Support deployment and management of Red Hat OpenShift where required.
• Develop and maintain shell scripts to automate migration tasks and routine administration.
• Identify and resolve compatibility, performance and configuration issues during migration.
• Document migration procedures, configurations and validation results.
• Collaborate with IT Operations and other technical teams to minimize downtime.

Required profile

• Hands-on experience administering IBM AIX and Red Hat Enterprise Linux.
• Practical experience with legacy enterprise application and infrastructure migrations.
• Knowledge of migration planning, cutover procedures, testing and post-migration validation.
• Experience with shell scripting and automation; understanding of system dependencies and troubleshooting.
• Ability to analyze environments and identify migration risks, with strong problem-solving skills.
• B2-level English and availability to work in the US time zone.
• Nice to have: proven end-to-end AIX to RHEL migration, OpenShift experience, migration of business-critical apps, and Red Hat or IBM certifications.