Senior System Administrator - LONDON - £80,000

JR United Kingdom; London; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative global creative studio is on the lookout for a Senior Post Production Systems Administrator to enhance its London Technology team. This dynamic role involves managing complex workflows and infrastructure that support high-end VFX and creative projects. You will collaborate closely with talented artists and engineers, ensuring seamless operations across hybrid environments. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience with creative tools like Maya and Houdini, as well as strong skills in systems administration and cloud management. Join this forward-thinking company and make a significant impact in a collaborative and creative setting.

Qualifications

• Extensive experience in post production systems administration.
• Familiarity with hybrid workflows and creative environments.

Responsibilities

• Support and maintain post production infrastructure across multiple sites.
• Administer storage systems and monitor high-performance networks.

Skills

Post Production Systems Administration

Technical Support

Infrastructure Management

Linux Administration

Cloud Management

Automation (Ansible, Terraform)

Scripting (Python/Bash)

Creative Tools Support (Maya, Houdini)

Education

Relevant Systems Administration Certifications

Tools

Thinkbox Deadline

AWS

Docker

NetApp

Qumulo

Grafana

Prometheus

Graylog

VMware vSphere

Adobe Creative Cloud

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28.04.2025

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Job Description:

Senior Post Production Systems Administrator

Location: London (Hybrid – 3 days on-site)

A progressive and reputable global full-service creative studio is seeking a Senior Post Production Systems Administrator to join its London-based Technology team.

This is a highly collaborative and technically hands-on role, ideal for someone who thrives in complex, creative environments. You’ll support infrastructure and workflows powering high-end VFX, colour, editorial, and finishing projects, working closely with Artists, Engineers, and Production teams.

Key Responsibilities

• Act as technical owner for London’s post production infrastructure, supporting hybrid workflows across multiple sites.
• Support and maintain render farm environments, particularly using Thinkbox Deadline.
• Build and maintain custom tools and infrastructure for colour, editorial, finishing, and VFX teams.
• Administer and monitor storage systems (e.g., NetApp, Qumulo) and high-performance networks (e.g., Arista, Mellanox).
• Maintain infrastructure automation using Ansible, Terraform, and Docker.
• Manage Linux-based environments, cloud instances (e.g., AWS AMIs), and business continuity services.

Core OS & Infrastructure:

• Familiarity with Windows Active Directory (AD) and Apple systems
• Experience with VMware vSphere
• Use of HP Anyware and Pixit Pixstor (or other GPFS-based storage systems)
• Experience managing hybrid environments

Automation & Cloud:

• Ansible for automation
• Use of Terraform, Docker
• AWS AMI creation and management

Creative/VFX Tools (must have extensive experience):

• Experience supporting:
• Maya
• Houdini
• Nuke
• Thinkbox Deadline
• Flame
• Adobe Creative Cloud

Monitoring/Tooling:

• Familiarity with Grafana, Prometheus, Graylog
• Python/Bash scripting

Preferred Qualifications:

• Certifications in Linux or relevant systems administration certifications (e.g., RHCE, CompTIA Linux+).

REQUIRES BRITISH CITIZENSHIP OR ILR

Interested in the role? Please apply directly to this advert, you can also schedule a call with me by emailing your CV to [emailprotected] , calling me on 0191 223 5303 or reach out on LinkedIn “Harry Shemmings”.