Senior Infrastructure Linux engineer

IT Alliance Australia; Australia; On-site; AUD 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading IT solutions provider in Canberra is seeking an experienced Senior Infrastructure Linux Engineer for a 12-month contract. The role involves designing, implementing, and maintaining secure Linux systems in hybrid environments. The ideal candidate will possess strong Linux administration skills, scripting expertise, and familiarity with cloud platforms like AWS. Responsibilities include system maintenance, troubleshooting, and collaborating with cross-functional teams. Excellent communication and organizational skills are essential, along with a Negative Vetting Level 1 security clearance.

Qualifications

• Advanced Linux administration and engineering experience.
• Strong knowledge of virtualization and cloud platforms (AWS or similar).
• Proficiency in scripting and automation including Bash, Python, Ansible.

Responsibilities

• Administer, troubleshoot, and maintain Linux systems in hybrid environments.
• Ensure high availability, security, and performance of Linux platforms.
• Develop and maintain automation scripts for provisioning and configuration.

Skills

Advanced Linux administration

Scripting and automation (Bash, Python, Ansible)

Knowledge of virtualization and cloud platforms (AWS or similar)

Troubleshooting capability across OS, application, network

Experience with container technologies (Kubernetes)

Excellent organisational and communication skills

Job description

Senior Infrastructure Linux Engineer (EL1 Level)

Location of work: Canberra

Length of contract: 12 months

Contract extensions: 24 months extension (two extensions of twelve months each)

Security clearance: Must have Negative Vetting Level 1 security clearance

Job details

The CLIENT is seeking an experienced Infrastructure Linux Engineer to provide engineering and operational support for Linux-based platforms across on‑premise and cloud environments. The role involves designing, implementing, and maintaining secure, scalable, and resilient Linux systems that meet enterprise standards and business needs. The position requires strong problem‑solving skills, automation expertise, and the ability to work collaboratively within an integrated team. Some on‑call work may be required.

Key duties and responsibilities

• Administer, troubleshoot, and maintain Linux systems in hybrid environments.
• Ensure high availability, security, and performance of Linux platforms.
• Plan and execute system upgrades, patching, and lifecycle activities.
• Develop and maintain automation scripts for provisioning and configuration.
• Investigate and resolve technical issues, including root cause analysis.
• Contribute to system design, architecture reviews, and documentation.
• Collaborate with cross‑functional teams to deliver infrastructure solutions.
• Some on‑call work may be required.

Technical skills and qualifications

• Advanced Linux administration and engineering experience.
• Strong knowledge of virtualization and cloud platforms (AWS or similar).
• Proficiency in scripting and automation (e.g., Bash, Python, Ansible).
• Familiarity with monitoring, performance tuning, and capacity planning.
• Understanding of security best practices and risk management.
• Experience with hybrid‑cloud architectures and infrastructure design.
• Strong Linux automation experience, including but not limited to scripting and infrastructure‑as‑code principles.
• Experience supporting Linux in on‑premise and hybrid cloud environments (VM deployments, patching, monitoring, etc.).
• Strong troubleshooting capability across OS, application, network and storage layers.
• Understanding of enterprise storage, backup and DR process (for collaboration with storage and backup teams).
• Experience in complex enterprise environments involving multiple teams and technical domains.
• Experience with container technologies (e.g., Kubernetes).
• Experience with monitoring/observability tools (e.g., Grafana, Prometheus, etc.).
• Excellent organisational and communication skills.

Seniority level: Mid‑Senior level

Employment type: Contract

Job function: Information Technology

Industries: Staffing and Recruiting, Government Administration