Linux System Engineer- French or Dutch

Phoenix Technologies; Brussel Hoofdstad; On-site; EUR 65,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Phoenix Technologies is seeking a Linux System Engineer to deliver advanced operational support for Linux-based IT infrastructure, ensuring stability, performance, and compliance. You will handle incidents, automate tasks with Ansible, and contribute to R&D initiatives.

Role requires 4+ years of Linux experience, strong scripting (Bash/Python), and professional English with Dutch or French as a plus; ITIL familiarity is expected.

Qualifications

• Minimum 4 years of experience managing large-scale Linux infrastructure.
• Strong hands-on experience with Red Hat Satellite, Ansible Automation Platform, and CI/CD tools (GitLab, Azure DevOps).
• Proficiency in Bash and/or Python scripting for automation and reporting.
• English proficiency and Dutch or French language skills at a professional level.
• Experience within ITIL-aligned processes (incident, problem, change management).

Responsibilities

• Provide 24/7 operational support for Red Hat Enterprise Linux environments, handling incidents and service requests.
• Perform system performance tuning, diagnostics, and OS-level troubleshooting.
• Develop and maintain automation using Ansible Automation Platform and Infrastructure-as-Code practices.
• Integrate automation with monitoring, CI/CD pipelines, and ITSM processes (incident, problem, change management).
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to evaluate new technologies and prototype solutions.

Skills

Linux administration

Scripting (Bash/Python)

ITIL processes

Tools

Red Hat Satellite

Ansible Automation Platform

GitLab

Azure DevOps

Job description

We are seeking a Linux System Engineer to join our team. You will provide advanced operational support for Linux‑based IT infrastructure, ensuring stability, performance, and compliance. The role involves incident resolution, automation, and participation in R&D initiatives.

Key responsibilities

• Provide 24/7 operational support for Red Hat Enterprise Linux environments, handling incidents and service requests.

• Perform system performance tuning, diagnostics, and OS‑level troubleshooting.

• Develop and maintain automation using Ansible Automation Platform and Infrastructure‑as‑Code practices.

• Integrate automation with monitoring, CI/CD pipelines, and ITSM processes (incident, problem, change management).

• Collaborate with cross‑functional teams to evaluate new technologies and prototype solutions.

Required qualifications

• Minimum 4 years of experience managing large‑scale Linux infrastructure (physical, virtual, or containerized).

• Strong hands‑on experience with Red Hat Satellite, Ansible Automation Platform, and CI/CD tools (GitLab, Azure DevOps).

• Proficiency in Bash and/or Python scripting for automation and reporting.

• Professional proficiency in English and native/full‑professional proficiency in Dutch or French.

• Experience working within ITIL‑aligned processes (incident, problem, change management).

Nice to have

• Exposure to database technologies such as Oracle, MySQL, or PostgreSQL.

• Familiarity with VMware, NetApp storage, and network security platforms (Palo Alto, Check Point, F5).

• Knowledge of endpoint detection tools like Trend Micro Deep Security or ClamAV.

• German language skills are a plus.