Senior System Administrator Infrastructure

Ingenico Group; Blairgowrie and Rattray; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading payment solutions provider in the United Kingdom seeks a Senior System Administrator. The candidate will manage over 200 Linux and Windows servers, configure disaster recovery systems, and support open-source tools. Ideal candidates have strong Linux administration skills, communication abilities, and a bachelor's degree in a related field. The role offers a dynamic environment focused on innovation and teamwork.

Qualifications

• Extensive experience in Linux administration.
• Expertise in open-source tools like Stunnel and Zabbix.
• Strong communication skills in English.

Responsibilities

• Manage Linux & Windows servers, ensuring patching and compliance.
• Configure & maintain DRBD failover in KVM and VMware.
• Support open-source tools and enhance security.

Skills

Linux administration

VMware administration

Disaster Recovery

Ansible

Terraform

Python

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or related field

Tools

Dell EMC storage management

Docker

Zabbix

KVM

Stunnel

Job description

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Senior System Administrator Infrastructure

Date: Aug 6, 2025

Company:

Location: Dalgety Bay, GB, KY11 9JU

Ingenico is the global leader in payments acceptance solutions. As the trusted technology partner for merchants, banks, acquirers, ISVs, payment aggregators, and fintech customers, our world-class terminals, solutions, and services enable the global ecosystem of payments acceptance. With 40 years of experience, innovation is integral to Ingenico’s approach and culture, inspiring our large and diverse community of experts who anticipate and help shape the evolution of commerce worldwide. At Ingenico, trust and sustainability are at the heart of everything we do.

Job summary

We seek a proactive and technically skilled Senior System Administrator to support our Linux, Windows, and VMware environments. This role requires a deep understanding of Linux administration, Dell EMC storage management, VMware administration, disaster recovery (DR) technology, and network setups. The ideal candidate will be adept at investigating and resolving Linux, VMware, storage, backup, and networking issues, and will collaborate closely with local and central IT teams.

Key Responsibilities

1. Manage 200+ Linux & Windows servers, ensuring patching, incident resolution, and compliance.
2. Configure & maintain DRBD failover for KVM, virtual infrastructures (KVM, VMware), and Docker environments.
3. Support open-source tools (Stunnel, reverse proxy, Zabbix) & enhance security using Ansible, Terraform, Python.
4. Maintain storage systems (Dell Compellent, EMC) & PowerEdge servers.
5. Collaborate with project & dev teams, provide on-call support, and adapt to evolving technologies.
6. Handle firewalls, network configurations, data center racking/cabling, and troubleshoot backups.
7. Troubleshoot backup-related issues.

Qualifications

1. Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field (or equivalent experience).
2. Extensive experience in Linux administration, including patching, DRBD, KVM, VMware, and iDRAC management.
3. Expertise in open-source tools like Stunnel, Zabbix, and reverse proxy management.
4. Advanced skills in building Linux environments, private cloud migration, and maintaining Docker containers.
5. Strong communication skills in English, with the ability to convey technical issues to non-technical stakeholders.
6. Proven ability to bridge the gap between technical teams and business units.
7. Ability to thrive both independently and in a collaborative, fast-paced environment.

We are looking for a candidate who is not only technically adept but also possesses a proactive attitude and a willingness to take ownership of complex infrastructure challenges. If this sounds like you, we'd love to hear from you!

As part of our values, we embrace diversity and inclusion at Ingenico. We are an equal opportunity employer and do not discriminate on the basis of an individual's race, national origin, color, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, religion, age, disability, marital status or any other protected characteristic under applicable law. Ingenico welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process. We want to adapt our processes and create a safe work environment that welcomes everyone. To learn more about what it's like working inside Ingenico, follow us on LinkedIn.