Linux Administrator

Info Resume Edge; Manchester; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A technology company in the United Kingdom is seeking a skilled Linux System Administrator to manage and improve its Linux-based infrastructure. This role involves installing and maintaining servers, monitoring system performance, and implementing security measures. The ideal candidate will possess at least 3 years of experience in Linux administration and a Bachelor's degree in a related field. Familiarity with automation tools and strong problem-solving skills are essential. This position offers an opportunity to work with diverse technologies in a dynamic IT environment.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in Linux administration.
• Strong knowledge of Linux operating systems and shell scripting.
• Experience with web servers (Apache, NGINX) and database servers (MySQL, PostgreSQL).

Responsibilities

• Install, configure, and maintain Linux servers.
• Perform system monitoring, performance tuning, and capacity planning.
• Manage user accounts and permissions.

Skills

Linux operating systems

Shell scripting

Troubleshooting

Networking concepts

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field

Tools

Ansible

Docker

Apache

NGINX

Job description

Overview

We are seeking a skilled and proactive Linux System Administrator to join our IT operations team. The ideal candidate will be responsible for the administration, maintenance, and continuous improvement of our Linux-based infrastructure. You will work closely with other IT professionals to ensure system stability, security, and performance.

Responsibilities

• Install, configure, and maintain Linux servers (Red Hat, CentOS, Ubuntu, etc.)
• Perform system monitoring, performance tuning, and capacity planning
• Manage user accounts, permissions, and access controls
• Maintain system security by applying patches and updates regularly
• Implement and maintain backup and disaster recovery solutions
• Automate routine tasks using shell scripts or configuration management tools (Ansible, Puppet, etc.)
• Monitor system logs and respond to incidents or performance issues
• Collaborate with development and network teams to support CI/CD pipelines and production environments
• Maintain documentation for systems, processes, and procedures
• Ensure system uptime and reliability according to SLAs

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field (or equivalent experience)
• 3+ years of experience in Linux administration
• Strong knowledge of Linux operating systems and shell scripting
• Experience with web servers (Apache, NGINX), database servers (MySQL, PostgreSQL), and cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP)
• Familiarity with containerization technologies (Docker, Kubernetes)
• Experience with configuration management tools (Ansible, Puppet, Chef)
• Solid understanding of networking concepts (TCP / IP, DNS, firewalls)
• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills

Preferred Qualifications

• Linux certifications (e.g., RHCSA, RHCE, CompTIA Linux+)
• Experience with monitoring tools (Nagios, Zabbix, Prometheus)
• Knowledge of CI/CD tools (Jenkins, GitLab CI)
• Familiarity with cybersecurity best practices