Linux engineer

Onyx-Conseil; Sandwell; Hybrid; GBP 52,000 - 78,000; Full time

Job summary

LA International is seeking an experienced Linux Engineer to join the Linux team, delivering OS support for SUSE and RedHat across physical and virtual servers, and contributing to migration and transformation projects. The role requires strong Linux knowledge, scripting skills, and experience with multi-platform estates.

The position is a 6‑month initial contract, with some out-of-hours work anticipated. Flexible work styles include work-from-home options with occasional on-site needs.

Qualifications

• Strong working knowledge of Linux operating systems.
• Ability to develop and maintain high-quality UNIX shell scripts.
• Experience supporting and troubleshooting across multi-platform UNIX/Linux estates.
• Understanding of Network technologies & components.
• Understanding of cloud computing principles, particularly in the context of infrastructure management.

Responsibilities

• Deliver operating system support and maintenance for SUSE and RedHat Linux servers, both physical and virtual.
• Support Live, Development & Test environments and manage Change & Project work.
• Contribute to migration/transformation projects, including out-of-hours work when required.

Skills

Linux

UNIX shell scripting

UNIX/Linux troubleshooting

Networking fundamentals

Cloud computing principles

Job description

Linux Engineer

Location: Work from home / Telford
Duration: 6 months initially

This senior-level role sits within a Linux team responsible for the provision of Managed Service & Project activities.

The team provides support to the servers on the Live, Development & Test environments as well as performing all Change & Project work.

The successful candidate will be responsible for delivering operating system support and maintenance for SUSE & RedHat Linux servers, both physical & virtual.

In addition there will be a considerable amount of migration / transformation Project work, some of which may be out of hours.

Key capabilities required for role :

• Strong working knowledge of Linux operating systems
• Ability to develop and maintain high-quality UNIX shell scripts
• Experience supporting and troubleshooting across multi-platform UNIX/Linux estates
• Understanding of Network technologies & components
• Understanding of cloud computing principles, particularly in the context of infrastructure management

LA International is an award-winning partner of choice for many of the world's most influential companies and government organisations. Holding Enhanced Government Security Accreditation, we are recognised as the European market leader in the delivery of Security Cleared talent to organisations that demand the very highest levels of security, compliance and assurance.

A multiple award-winning organisation, having secured the prestigious Queens Award for Enterprise: International Trade over consecutive years. We are committed to fostering an inclusive, equitable and accessible workplace where everyone feels valued and supported. We welcome applications from all individuals, regardless of background or identity, and we encourage candidates who may not meet every listed requirement to still apply. If you require any adjustments or support during the recruitment process, please let us know and we will work with you to ensure a fair and accessible experience.

Please Note: If a high volume of applications is received, only candidates shortlisted will be contacted.