IBM Power / Midrange Systems Engineer

JR United Kingdom; Crawley; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology-driven manufacturer is seeking an experienced IBM Power / Midrange Systems Engineer in Crawley. This role involves maintaining critical Linux-based systems, contributing to infrastructure projects, and ensuring platform availability. Ideal candidates will have a strong Linux background and experience with IBM Power systems, seeking to join a dynamic team focused on innovation and high performance.

Qualifications

• Strong background in Linux systems (RHEL, SLES).
• Experience with IBM Power and administration.
• Proficiency in shell scripting (Bash, Korn).

Responsibilities

• Install and maintain Linux servers, ensure security compliance.
• Provide 2nd and 3rd line support for Linux and IBM platforms.
• Contribute to and lead infrastructure projects.

Skills

Linux systems background

RedHat Satellite Server

Shell scripting

Performance analysis

Monitoring tools

Automation tools

Containerization tools

IBM Power experience

Cloud environments

Project methodologies

Job description

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IBM Power / Midrange Systems Engineer, Crawley, West Sussex

Client: Chapman Tate Associates

Location: Crawley, West Sussex, United Kingdom

Job Category: Other

EU work permit required: Yes

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Posted:

27.06.2025

Expiry Date:

11.08.2025

Job Description:

Job role: IBM Power / Midrange Systems Engineer

Location: South West of England

Employment Type: Permanent

Chapman Tate Associates is working with a highly respected manufacturing business expanding their Infrastructure team. This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced IBM Power / Midrange Systems Engineer to join a technology-driven environment.

In this role, you will support and maintain Linux-based systems on IBM Power-VM and VMware ESXi platforms. You will contribute to infrastructure projects and support critical systems across the organization.

Key Responsibilities:

• Install, configure, document, and maintain Linux servers, ensuring compliance with standards and security policies.
• Monitor system capacity and performance proactively.
• Provide 2nd and 3rd line support for Linux and IBM Power platforms.
• Lead and contribute to infrastructure projects, delivering solutions aligned with business needs.
• Ensure platform availability and resolve service issues promptly.
• Implement best practices for Linux platforms regarding availability, security, and performance.
• Build strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders.

Skills & Experience Required:

• Strong Linux systems background (RHEL, SLES).
• Experience with RedHat Satellite Server.
• Proficient in shell scripting (Bash, Korn).
• Understanding of server performance analysis and optimization.
• Experience with monitoring tools like Zabbix and Grafana.
• Knowledge of automation tools such as Ansible and Terraform.
• Exposure to containerization and DevOps tools (Docker, Git, Kubernetes, Azure DevOps).
• Willingness to travel within the UK and participate in out-of-hours support on a rota (37.5 hours/week).
• Experience with IBM Power, AIX, VIO, NIM, CMC / HMC administration.
• Designing and supporting high availability architectures.
• Experience with cloud environments (Azure and AWS).
• Familiarity with job scheduling tools like Redwood Cronacle / RunMyJobs.
• Knowledge of project methodologies such as SAFe Agile, Prince II, or ITIL.

If you're a proactive and detail-oriented Systems Administrator seeking to join a forward-thinking manufacturer, apply today through Chapman Tate Associates.