Linux Engineer

IBC Recruitment; Sydney; Hybrid; AUD 144,000 - 188,000; Part time

Job summary

IBC Recruitment is seeking a highly skilled Linux Engineer to own the lifecycle, scalability, and overall usability of Linux and OpenShift container-based platforms within a large-scale IT environment in Sydney. The role blends hands-on engineering with strategic platform delivery.

You will work with Red Hat Enterprise Linux (RHEL), OpenShift, Kubernetes, and cloud-integrated deployments across public and hybrid clouds, collaborating with security and development teams to balance speed,

Qualifications

• 7+ years in IT Infrastructure or Software Engineering.
• 2–3 years in product-focused or edge/container platform roles.
• Proficient with Linux (RHEL), OpenShift, Kubernetes.
• Strong automation scripting in Bash, Python, or Go.

Responsibilities

• Drive Platform Modernisation across distributed environments with container-native architectures.
• Improve Operational Efficiency by monitoring telemetry and reducing manual effort.
• Collaborate with development, security, and operations to balance speed, stability, and compliance.

Skills

Linux (RHEL)

OpenShift

Kubernetes

Bash

Tools

Terraform

Ansible

ArgoCD

CI/CD pipelines

Job description

Linux Engineer

Location: Sydney (Hybrid – 2 Days a Week)

Contract: 6 Months | Up to $900/day inc. Super

The Opportunity

We are seeking a highly skilled Linux Engineer to take ownership of the lifecycle, scalability, and overall usability of Linux and OpenShift container-based platforms within a large-scale, distributed IT environment.

You will work with cutting-edge technologies including Red Hat Enterprise Linux (RHEL), OpenShift, Kubernetes, and cloud-integrated deployments across public and hybrid cloud environments.

This role is perfect for someone who enjoys hands-on Linux engineering, automation, and container orchestration, while also contributing to the strategic direction of platform delivery.

What You’ll Do

• Drive Platform Modernisation: Lead Linux and OpenShift deployments across distributed environments, moving teams to container-native and cloud-integrated architectures.
• Improve Operational Efficiency: Monitor system telemetry and performance, identify operational bottlenecks, and implement engineering improvements to reduce manual effort and operational risk.
• Collaborate Across Teams: Partner with development, security, and operations teams to balance speed, stability, and compliance in delivering platform services.

What You’ll Bring

• Experience: 7+ years in IT Infrastructure or Software Engineering, including at least 2–3 years in product-focused or edge/container platform roles.
• Technical Expertise:
  • Linux (RHEL) & OpenShift Container Platform, Kubernetes
  • Scripting and automation: Bash, Python, or Go
  • Infrastructure as Code: Terraform, Ansible, GitOps (ArgoCD)
• Strong Problem-Solving Skills: Ability to troubleshoot complex infrastructure issues and implement long-term solutions.
• Collaboration & Communication: Capable of working across teams to deliver platform solutions while managing competing priorities.