Linux Engineer

VIQU Limited; London; Remote; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in IT services is seeking a proactive Linux Engineer for a 4-month contract, focusing on RHEL systems. This role involves maintaining legacy systems, supporting databases, and ensuring compliance and security. With remote work options and travel around South West London, this is a fantastic opportunity for detail-oriented candidates looking to thrive in a mixed-technology environment.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Linux Engineer or Systems Administrator with strong focus on RHEL.
• Solid understanding of MySQL and MongoDB administration in a Linux environment.
• Ability to work autonomously and collaborate across teams.

Responsibilities

• Maintain, monitor, and troubleshoot legacy Linux (RHEL) systems to ensure optimal uptime.
• Support and administer MySQL and MongoDB databases on Linux platforms.
• Liaise with internal teams and external MSP during upgrade projects.

Skills

Linux Engineering

Red Hat Enterprise Linux (RHEL)

MySQL Administration

MongoDB Administration

Networking Knowledge

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Linux Engineer – 4-month contract – Remote/London – Outside of IR35

My Customer is seeking a highly skilled Linux Engineer with strong experience in Red Hat Enterprise Linux (RHEL) to support and maintain the organisation's legacy systems. This is a critical role focused on ensuring the stability, compliance, and performance of our existing infrastructure while the business collaborates with a MSP to implement future upgrades.

This is an excellent opportunity for a proactive and detail-oriented individual who thrives in a complex, mixed-technology environment and is committed to operational excellence.

The Linux Engineer can work remote with ad hoc travel around the South West London area.

Key Responsibilities of the Linux Engineer

• Maintain, monitor, and troubleshoot legacy Linux (Red Hat) systems to ensure optimal uptime and compliance.
• Support and administer MySQL and MongoDB databases on Linux platforms.
• Provide occasional support and integration with Windows systems as needed.
• Ensure systems meet all compliance and security requirements during the transition phase.
• Liaise with internal teams and external MSP to provide continuity and technical insight into ongoing upgrade projects.
• Contribute to documentation and operational procedures to support system reliability and auditing.

Key Skills & Experience required from the Linux Engineer

• Proven experience as a Linux Engineer or Systems Administrator with a strong focus on Red Hat Enterprise Linux (RHEL).
• Solid understanding of MySQL and MongoDB administration in a Linux environment.
• Basic to intermediate experience with Windows systems.
• Strong networking knowledge, including DNS, DHCP, firewalls, and general network troubleshooting.
• Experience with system compliance, patching, and hardening best practices.
• Ability to work autonomously, manage priorities, and collaborate effectively across technical and non-technical teams.
• Outside of IR35
• Financial background checks

The Linux Engineer can work remote with ad hoc travel around the South West London area.

Financial background checks needed before start

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