3rd Line Linux Engineer

CBSbutler Ltd.; Stevenage; On-site; GBP 51,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading IT systems integrator in the UK defense sector is looking for a Senior Linux Engineer to deliver superior Linux support on critical projects. The successful candidate will work with Linux-based clusters, manage stakeholders effectively, and focus on automation through scripting in various languages. Candidates must be willing to undergo SC security clearance. This role offers opportunities for career development and skill growth.

Benefits

Career development opportunities

Skill growth across diverse technologies

Supportive team environment

Qualifications

• Proven experience in Linux administration across various distributions.
• Experience with automated systems like Ansible.
• Must be eligible for SC security clearance.

Responsibilities

• Support a high-performance computing platform with Linux-based clusters.
• Engage in strong stakeholder management and team collaboration.
• Focus on scripting and automation to enhance system performance.

Skills

Linux administration and support

Stakeholder management

Communication skills

Linux scripting (Bash, Python, etc.)

Automation using Ansible

Education

Red Hat Certified Engineer or equivalent

Job description

Job title: Senior Linux Engineer

Location: Stevenage

Salary: £60k

Candidate must be willing and eligible to go through SC security clearance for this role

I am looking for a Senior Linux Engineer for a client of mine who are a leading IT systems integrator operating within the UK defence sector. You will be part of a critical defence project delivering superior Linux Support alongside a group of skilled experts, each contributing across multiple contracts to ensure robust Linux solutions.

Responsibilities

• As a Senior Linux Engineer, you will leverage your background with Linux-based clusters to support a high-performance computing platform aligned with rigorous security standards.
• Strong stakeholder management and customer skills, willing to work onsite.
• Ambitious and committed to personal growth.
• Automation-focused, eager to enhance scripting (BASH, Python, Ansible).

Required Skills & Experience

• Red Hat Certified Engineer or equivalent experience.
• Strong stakeholder management and communication skills
• Strong intra and inter team communication skills
• Strong experience with Linux administration and support across several different distributions
• Experience with Linux in an integrated Windows / Active directory environment
• Experience with Linux automation systems such as Ansible
• Experience with Linux scripting across several different languages - preferably Bash, Python and at least one other

Role Benefits

• Career Development: Be part of a team that values continuous learning.
• Skill Growth: Work with diverse technologies across various contracts.
• Collaboration: Join a skilled, supportive team, mentoring colleagues and solving complex challenges.