Unix / Solaris System Engineer

Inspire People; Erskine; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading IT solutions enterprise seeks a Unix/Solaris Infrastructure Engineer to support and optimize mission-critical systems. This full-time role requires hands-on engineering experience with Unix/Linux systems, offering a competitive salary and growth opportunities in an enriching environment. Ideal candidates will have excellent technical skills and a background in customer support.

Benefits

25 days annual leave plus 8 public holidays

Flexfund for flexible benefits

Option to purchase additional annual leave

Choice of pension options

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of relevant work experience.
• Hands-on experience with Solaris (Preferred).
• Must be a British National.

Responsibilities

• Deliver exceptional customer service during emergency support hours.
• Monitor and troubleshoot infrastructure systems.
• Assist in setup and configuration of servers.

Skills

Unix

Linux

IBM AIX

Data Analysis

Technical Support

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

Job description

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Our client is a an IT solutions enterprise who are a global leader in transforming and operating mission-critical IT systems. You will be a key member of DXC's 24/7 operations team and play a vital role in supporting and optimising mission-critical systems. Based in Erskine or Newcastle, with a salary ranging up to £75,000 inc. shift allowance plus pension, flexi-benefits fund and £10,000 bonus following security clearance.

As a valued member of the 24/7 team, the Unix/Solaris Infrastructure Engineer will provide advanced technical expertise on Solaris/AIX Servers during out-of-hours operations, ensuring high-level support service. This role is pivotal in contributing to team growth, optimising processes for efficiency, and enhancing customer satisfaction. The position involves troubleshooting, monitoring, and improving solutions, with a focus on maintaining SLAs and KPIs. Due to customer requirements, successful applicants must be eligible for SC-level UK Security Clearance.

If you are a strong Unix or Linux Engineer, you can be trained into Solaris technology.

Key Responsibilities:

• Deliver exceptional customer service, acting as a focal point during emergency support hours (24/7).
• Support disaster recovery tests across multiple virtual platforms.
• Address security vulnerabilities identified by the compliance team.
• Perform scheduled change work outside of regular hours.
• Assist in the setup, configuration, and support of Linux and Windows servers.
• Innovate and contribute to the development of new and improved products.
• Expand expertise in a diverse suite of technologies.

About the Role:

• Provide technical support for infrastructure services, responding to issues and assisting with tasks.
• Contribute to infrastructure projects and assignments.
• Monitor and troubleshoot infrastructure systems to ensure reliability and performance.
• Collaborate with the team to enhance infrastructure effectiveness and resolve technical challenges.
• Support the development of infrastructure documentation, including incident logs and configuration records.
• Apply technical knowledge to address infrastructure-related challenges.
• Follow best practices and standards in infrastructure service delivery.
• Utilise technical skills to resolve infrastructure issues and incidents.

Essential skills:

• Knowledge and hands-on Engineering experience with Unix / Linux / IBM AIX systems
• Minimum 2 years of relevant work experience
• Proven experience in infrastructure technology analysis.
• Proficiency in data analysis
• Hands-on experience with Solaris (Preferred)
• Bachelors degree or equivalent in relevant field (Preferred)
• Must be a British National

Location

• This role operates on a 4-on/4-off rotating shift pattern, meaning you'll work four consecutive days followed by four consecutive days off.
• Based on-site in either Erskine and Newcastle.
• Basic salary £50,000 to £55,000
• 35% shift allowance in addition to salary
• 25 days annual leave plus 8 public holidays
• Option to purchase up to 10 additional days of annual leave
• Choice of pension options
• Flexfund (percentage of salary) for flexible benefits selection such as private medical / electric vehicle scheme

This role offers an enriching environment where professional growth is encouraged, and contributions are valued. If you're a Solaris, Unix or Linux Engineer looking for a new challenge, please apply or reach out to [e-mail]

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Information Technology

• Industries

  IT Services and IT Consulting

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