Server Administratior Engineer 2

Company Description

PhonePe Limited (Formerly PhonePe Private Limited) is a technology company that builds digital platforms for Payments, Digital Distribution Services and Financial Services. Headquartered in India, the PhonePe digital payments app was launched in 2016. As of April 2026, PhonePe has over 70 Crore life-till-date registered users and a digital payments acceptance network spread across over 5 Crore merchants. PhonePe’s products and services include Consumer Payments (including Digital Distribution Services), Merchant Payments, Lending and Insurance Distribution services, and New Platforms, which comprise Share.Market (stock broking and mutual funds distribution platform), and Indus Appstore (Android-based mobile app marketplace). Culture:

At PhonePe, we go the extra mile to make sure you can bring your best self to work, Everyday!. And that starts with creating the right environment for you. We empower people and trust them to do the right thing. Here, you own your work from start to finish, right from day one. PhonePe-rs solve complex problems and execute quickly; often building frameworks from scratch. If you’re excited by the idea of building platforms that touch millions, ideating with some of the best minds in the country and executing on your dreams with purpose and speed, join us!

Job Description

Responsibilities & requirements

• Administer and maintain Windows and Linux servers, ensuring high availability and performance.
• Design, deploy, manage, and monitor Azure IaaS and PaaS services, including Virtual Machines, VSS, Networking, Storage, and Azure App Services.
• Administer and troubleshoot Linux-based virtual machines within the Azure environment.
• Manage Active Directory (AD), including user and group management, GPOs, DNS and DHCP services
• Automate system provisioning, configuration management, and application deployments using tools like Saltstack
• Monitor system performance and ensure high availability, disaster recovery, and backup solutions are in place and regularly tested.
• Implement and manage robust monitoring and alerting systems (e.g., Nagios, Zabbix).
• Ensure the security and compliance of Windows and Linux systems and infrastructure through automation, patching, and vulnerability management.
• Develop, implement, and maintain scripts in (Python or PowerShell and Bash) for automation of routine tasks, system monitoring, and reporting.
• Collaborate with other IT teams to support applications and infrastructure.
• Document system configurations, procedures, and troubleshooting steps.
• Participate in on-call rotation for critical incidents.

Qualifications

Experience & Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Platform Engineer for both Windows and Linux server environments.
• Relevant certifications (MCSA, RHCSA, AZ-104).
• Good in Active Directory, DNS and DHCP configuration and management including advanced features and troubleshooting.
• Strong scripting skills (e.g., PowerShell, Bash, Python) for automation.
• Experience with Infrastructure as Code (IaC) tools such as Terraform and Saltstack/Ansible
• Experience with virtualization technologies (e.g., KVM, Proxmox).
• Experience with monitoring and logging tools (e.g., Nagios, Zabbix).
• Excellent troubleshooting, problem-solving, and analytical skills.
• Good technical documentation skills.
• Any Graduation

Additional Information

PhonePe Full Time Employee Benefits (Not applicable for Intern or Contract Roles)

Insurance Benefits - Medical Insurance, Critical Illness Insurance, Accidental Insurance, Life Insurance Wellness Program - Employee Assistance Program, Onsite Medical Center, Emergency Support System Parental Support - Maternity Benefit, Paternity Benefit Program, Adoption Assistance Program, Day-care Support Program Mobility Benefits - Relocation benefits, Transfer Support Policy, Travel Policy Retirement Benefits - Employee PF Contribution, Flexible PF Contribution, Gratuity, NPS, Leave Encashment Other Benefits - Higher Education Assistance, Car Lease, Salary Advance Policy

Our inclusive culture promotes individual expression, creativity, innovation, and achievement and in turn helps us better understand and serve our customers. We see ourselves as a place for intellectual curiosity, ideas and debates, where diverse perspectives lead to deeper understanding and better quality results. PhonePe is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to treating all its employees and job applicants equally; regardless of gender, sexual preference, religion, race, color or disability. If you have a disability or special need that requires assistance or reasonable accommodation, during the application and hiring process, including support for the interview or onboarding process, please fill out this form.

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