Linux Operations Engineer

Netcompany; Aarhus, Aalborg, København; On-site; DKK 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Netcompany is seeking a motivated Linux Operations Engineer in Aarhus, Denmark, to manage and optimize innovative IT solutions. In this role, you will work in a skilled team focused on large, complex Enterprise Linux environments.

Candidates should possess a relevant degree, strong Linux and scripting skills, and proficiency in Danish and English. The position supports personal development through a mentoring program and training opportunities within the company.

Qualifications

• Full professional proficiency in Danish and English.
• Strong focus on delivering high-quality, critical solutions.

Responsibilities

• Deploy and maintain environments and applications based on Linux and modern technologies.
• Configure, troubleshoot, and optimize systems in a challenging environment.
• Automate operational tasks through scripting.

Skills

Linux expertise

Java

Oracle

Scripting and programming

Education

Bachelor's or master's degree in engineering or IT

Job description

Are you motivated by optimization and business-critical application operations, and do you have strong Linux expertise? If so, you could be the Linux Operations Engineer we are looking for to join one of our Operations teams, where you will play a key role in managing and optimizing some of Denmark’s most innovative IT solutions.

Responsibilities and technologies

As our new Linux Operations Engineer, you will become part of Netcompany Operations, a department responsible for everything from application operations to infrastructure management across two data centers. You will join a small, highly skilled team focused on the optimization and operation of large, complex Enterprise Linux environments.

We are involved in every stage of the lifecycle: from proposal development and project delivery to daily operations, troubleshooting, and performance tuning. Our customer base is highly diverse, ranging from small private companies to large public‑sector initiatives. In this role, you will serve as a key link between our development teams and infrastructure specialists, playing a central role in delivering stable and efficient solutions.

As a Linux Operations Engineer, your responsibilities will typically include:

• Deploying, operating, and maintaining environments and applications based on Linux, Java, Oracle, and other modern technologies.
• Configuring, troubleshooting, and optimizing systems in a technically challenging environment, with ownership of specific systems and technologies.
• Automating and streamlining operational tasks through scripting and programming.
• Participating in ongoing operations projects, taking responsibility for tasks aligned with your experience and professional development.

About you

To succeed in this role, we expect you to:

• Hold a bachelor’s or master’s degree in engineering, computer science, software, IT, or a similar field or possess an equivalent level of qualification.
• Be motivated by delivering high‑quality business‑critical and mission‑critical solutions.
• Full professional proficiency in Danish and English (written and spoken) is a must.

We encourage you to apply even if your educational background differs from the above, provided you have relevant qualifications and/or professional experience from a similar position.

Employment is contingent upon your ability to obtain and maintain security clearance from the Danish Security and Intelligence Service (PET).

Continue developing with us

At Netcompany, we focus on your personal and professional development. When you join us, you will be assigned a personal mentor who will guide you through your development and help you achieve your goals. The close relationship with an experienced colleague helps ensure the well‑being of each employee and provides you with concrete insights into the many different career opportunities as you build your experience.

Additionally, you will be enrolled in our internal training programme, Netcompany Academy, where you are offered courses and seminars on everything from technologies to customer management. All courses are taught by experienced Netcompany colleagues, ensuring the content is highly relevant and builds upon your professional skills, preparing you for various tasks and continuously improving your expertise throughout your career with us.

Join an inclusive community

At Netcompany, we highly prioritise an inclusive community. We actively promote an open and welcoming work culture based on collaboration and mutual trust, where there is always an opportunity for sparring.

As part of our culture and values, all employees, regardless of background, identity, and experience, are met with understanding and respect and given equal opportunities for development and well‑being.

As we are an international company with offices in many countries, you will have the opportunity to learn and collaborate internationally with colleagues from across the world. We offer a shared environment where we engage with each other across departments and projects. Additionally, we have a wide range of social and professional events that provide you with the best opportunities to expand and build a network early in your career.

Send us your application

Upload your resume and a motivational letter to our recruitment system via the link. If you have unanswered questions, feel free to write to [e-mail].

All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply regardless of gender, gender expression, sexuality, disability, age, religion and belief, political views, nationality, ethnicity, or social background.

We are committed to creating an inclusive and diverse environment. Our recruitment processes are based on individual merit. If you require any reasonable adjustments or additional support during the interview process, please email our recruiters at [e-mail] for assistance.