Senior Linux Administrator

JR United Kingdom; High Wycombe; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology-driven cloud-native service provider is seeking a Senior Linux Administrator in High Wycombe. The role involves managing a RedHat-oriented technology stack, ensuring system availability, and collaborating with management to implement procedures. Candidates must have strong Linux knowledge, scripting skills, and the ability to work under pressure.

Qualifications

• Strong knowledge of Linux hardware/software systems.
• ITIL experience required.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Maintain the company's DR infrastructure.
• Monitor key systems for availability and capacity.
• Ensure systems meet company SLAs.

Skills

Linux

Scripting

Network Configuration

System Monitoring

Communication

Tools

MySQL

MSSQL

Postgres

Docker

Kubernetes

AWS

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Senior Linux Administrator, High Wycombe

Client:

BOSS Professional Services

Location:

High Wycombe, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

EU work permit required:

Yes

Job Views:

5

Posted:

12.05.2025

Expiry Date:

26.06.2025

Job Description:

Our client is a technology-driven cloud-native service provider. They are seeking an experienced Senior Linux Engineer responsible for the smooth operation of their RedHat-oriented technology stack.

Essential skills for the Senior Linux Engineer:

• Manage internal and external IT and computer systems including:
• MySQL, MSSQL, and Postgres databases
• iSCSI SAN Technologies
• Xenserver Clustered virtualized environment
• System monitoring
• Network configuration and management
• Firewall configuration and management
• Microsoft AD and Remote Desktop Services (Windows 2019)
• Scripting experience (Bash, Korn, C, Shell, etc.)
• M365/MS Exchange
• Container-based infrastructure (Docker/Kubernetes)
• IP-based phone systems
• Experience with Cloud environments (AWS)
• Dell server hardware

Day-to-day duties:

• Maintain the company's DR infrastructure
• Monitor key systems to ensure availability and capacity requirements are met
• Schedule and prioritize I/O tasks
• Collaborate with senior management to develop and implement systems and procedures
• Ensure systems conform to security policies
• Audit systems to identify issues
• Ensure systems meet company SLAs
• Troubleshoot and resolve issues

Personal specifications:

• Strong knowledge of Linux hardware/software systems and technical management
• ITIL experience
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, time-pressured environment
• Exceptional organizational skills
• Attention to detail
• Excellent time management and communication skills