Linux System Engineer

Showtime Consulting; Sydney; On-site; AUD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Tech Mahindra in Australia is seeking an experienced Linux Engineer to join a high-performing technology team. This hands-on role focuses on Linux administration, automation, cloud operations, and platform reliability across hybrid cloud and Kubernetes environments.

You will automate tasks, patch systems, and work with infrastructure and application teams to support business-critical systems. The role emphasizes security hardening and documentation, with opportunities to shape standardisation

Qualifications

• Experience in Linux Systems Engineering or Advanced Linux Administration.
• Hands-on with RHEL and Ubuntu environments.
• Scripting skills in Bash and Python.
• Experience with Ansible and Terraform.
• Experience in cloud or hybrid cloud environments.
• Knowledge of Kubernetes and containers.
• Networking and security hardening experience.
• Linux certifications (RHCE/LFCE) are a plus.
• Vietnamese language skills are advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Automate operational tasks using Bash, Python, and Ansible.
• Administer enterprise Linux environments (RHEL/Ubuntu).
• Support Linux workloads across hybrid cloud and Kubernetes platforms.
• Troubleshoot OS, network, storage, and application issues.
• Implement automation and infrastructure improvements.
• Perform patch management and security hardening.
• Monitor platform health, performance, and availability.
• Collaborate with infrastructure, cloud, and application teams.
• Develop and maintain technical docs and support procedures.

Skills

Linux Systems Engineering

RHEL & Ubuntu Admin

Bash/Python scripting

Kubernetes knowledge

Networking fundamentals

Security hardening

Vietnamese language

Tools

Ansible

Terraform

Docker/Kubernetes tooling

Job description

Company Description

At Tech Mahindra, we live the philosophy of a connected world and connected experiences. We thrive on change powered by the intelligent symphony of technology and people, designing meaningful and sustainable experiences. We help organisations build modern, scalable, and resilient technology platforms that enable innovation and business transformation.

Company Description

At Tech Mahindra, we live the philosophy of a connected world and connected experiences. We thrive on change powered by the intelligent symphony of technology and people, designing meaningful and sustainable experiences. We help organisations build modern, scalable, and resilient technology platforms that enable innovation and business transformation.

The Role

We are seeking an experienced Linux Engineer to join a high-performing technology team supporting enterprise infrastructure and cloud environments.

This is a hands-on role focused on Linux administration, automation, cloud operations, and platform reliability. You will play a key role in supporting Linux workloads across hybrid cloud and Kubernetes environments while driving automation, performance optimisation, and infrastructure security initiatives.

Key Responsibilities

• Automate operational and administrative tasks using Bash, Python, and Ansible.


• Manage and support enterprise Linux environments including RHEL and Ubuntu.


• Support Linux workloads across hybrid cloud and Kubernetes platforms.


• Troubleshoot complex operating system, network, storage, and application issues.


• Implement system automation and infrastructure improvements.


• Perform patch management, vulnerability remediation, and system hardening activities.


• Monitor platform health, performance, and availability.


• Work closely with infrastructure, cloud, and application teams to support business-critical systems.


• Contribute to infrastructure standardisation and operational best practices.


• Develop and maintain technical documentation and support procedures.

What You'll Need

• Experience in Linux Systems Engineering or Advanced Linux Administration.


• Strong experience administering RHEL and Ubuntu environments.


• Strong scripting skills using Bash and/or Python.


• Experience with Ansible, Terraform, or similar Infrastructure as Code tools.


• Experience supporting Linux workloads in cloud or hybrid cloud environments.


• Knowledge of Kubernetes and container technologies is highly regarded.


• Strong understanding of networking concepts, firewalls, and Linux file systems.


• Experience with performance tuning, troubleshooting, and operational support.


• Experience implementing security controls, hardening, and patch management processes.


• RHCE, LFCE, or similar Linux certifications are highly regarded.


• Vietnamese language skills will be considered favourably.


• Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and communication skills.

Why Join Us?

• Support enterprise-scale Linux and cloud infrastructure environments.


• Work with modern automation, cloud, and Kubernetes technologies.


• Collaborate with experienced engineering and operations teams.


• Contribute to automation, reliability, and platform modernisation initiatives.


• Join a globally recognised technology organisation focused on innovation and transformation.