LinuC System Architect

LinuC-SA

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LinuC System Architect

LinuC System Architect certification recognizes the abilities of a "Playing System Architect" who can oversee the entire lifecycle of large-scale Linux systems, covering on-premises/cloud, physical/virtualized environments. This includes designing and building flexible and scalable architectures. This certification confirms the holder's knowledge and skills in the following areas:

  • Understanding and differentiating between common patterns of distributed system architectures and utilizing them appropriately.
  • Determining and configuring concrete setups involving platforms, middleware, networks, and storage using Linux/OSS, while also having the capability to leverage cloud services or dynamically provision resources when necessary.
  • Comprehending the key technologies required to meet various non-functional requirements and implementing them using Linux/OSS. It also covers familiarity with cloud-native design approaches and development methodologies, and the ability to incorporate them into systems.
  • Designing monitoring and testing frameworks for stable operations and continuous development, as well as leading troubleshooting efforts during system operation.

Applicable Jobs

  • Low/middle-level infrastructure engineers (not specializing in a particular area) who aspire to become architects.
  • Middle-level application engineers who aspire to become architects.
Exam Overview
Exam Prerequisites Neither work experience nor qualifications are required for taking this exam, but candidates must have a current valid LinuC Level 2 certification for the LinuC System Architect certificate acquisition. (learn more about the certification validity period.) It is possible to take this LinuC System Architect exam without prior certification. (LinuC System Architect certification is only awarded after LinuC Level 2 certification is completed.)
Exam Fees

Each exam costs ¥27,500 (JPY/in Japan, including TAX) / $250 (USD/outside of Japan, without TAX).
LinuC System Architect certification requires passing grades on both Exam SA01 and Exam SA02.
Exam Procedure

All exams are administered as computer-based tests (CBT). Most questions only require a mouse to select an answer, but there are also some questions that require keyboard input. There is no practical exam or interview portion.

※ Learn more about CBT from the test distribution company (test center), Pearson VUE.
Exam Length Approx. 40 questions
Exam Time 90 minutes (※)
※ 5 minutes are included to answer a simple survey after exam completion. The total time allowed for answering exam questions is 85 minutes.
Date/Location Candidates may select their preferred date, time and location.
Certification Requirements

Certification requires active LinuC Level 2 certification and passing grades on both Exam SA01 and Exam SA02.These exams may be completed in any order.

※ Both exams (Exam SA01 and Exam SA02) must be passed within a 5-year period to complete certification.
Grade/Results

Pass/fail status will be revealed immediately after exam completion.
Average Study Time Most candidates require 6 months - 1 year of study to pass these exams.
Appropriate Skill Levels

Certification of abilities as a "Playing System Architect" capable of designing at various levels of abstraction from processing methods based on specified requirements to concrete implementations, and constructing systems that operate effectively:

  • Understand and differentiate between major patterns of system architecture (processing structures of distributed systems) for appropriate usage.
  • Decide on and configure specific setups using Linux/OSS for platforms, middleware, networks, and storage. This includes constructing and setting up systems that dynamically allocate resources using cloud infrastructure.
  • Understand and apply the elemental technologies needed to fulfill non-functional requirements (availability, performance/scalability, security, operability/maintainability) using Linux/OSS. Additionally, comprehend and incorporate cloud-native design approaches and development methods into the system
  • Design frameworks for operation monitoring, testing, and deployment with a view toward stable operation and continuous development. Also, lead the resolution of operational issues and troubleshoots during operation.
Learning Materials

The following books and websites are recommended as supplementary learning materials for those aiming to obtain the LinuC System Architect certification:
※ Please note that these materials are not certified by LPI-Japan.
After Passing the Exams
Certification Document Certificate should arrive 3-5 weeks after exam is completed.
※ Please contact LPI-Japan if you do not receive your certificate after 6 weeks.
Valid Professional Titles LinuC System Architect Certified Professional
or
LinuC System Architect Certified Professional
or
LinuC-SA Certified
or
LinuC System Architect Certified
Official Logo Certified individuals are authorized to include the logo and/or professional title on their business cards.
Before Taking the Exams
Exam Validity Period LinuC System Architect certification requires passing grades on both Exam SA01 and Exam SA02 within a 5-year period.
Please see Exam Validity Period for more details.
Recertification policy Certification does not expire, but qualification is subject to a period of validity. To extend the period of validity, candidates must recertify within 5 years of previous certification date OR pass certification of a higher level exam within 5 years. Please see Recertification policy (Validity Limits) for more details.
Retake Policy This LinuC retake policy is only applicable to candidates who failed previous exams. Re-examination for previous passing grades is not affected by this policy.
If you fail your 1st exam attempt, you may take the same exam a 2nd time after a mandatory 7-day waiting period (including Saturdays and Sundays).
Please check the Retake Policy before you apply.
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