Linux Administrator – Qatar

linnk; Qatar; On-site; QAR 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

linnk in Qatar is seeking an experienced Linux Administrator for a 6-month renewable contract. The role requires at least 3 years of hands-on Linux experience with Red Hat/Oracle Linux, Ansible automation, container platforms, virtualization, middleware, and networking.

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or equivalent, RHCE 8/9 certification, and practical Ansible skills are essential. BFSI-domain experience and Qatar residence are preferred.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3+ years of Linux administration experience.
• RHCE 8/9 certification required.
• Hands-on Ansible experience essential.

Responsibilities

• Linux administration using Red Hat or Oracle Linux.
• Automation and configuration management with Ansible.
• Container management with Docker, Docker Swarm, and Podman.
• Linux system management using Red Hat Satellite.
• Shell scripting with Bash, YAML, and Python.
• VMware virtualization.
• Middleware administration and support.

Skills

Linux administration

Ansible

Docker

Docker Swarm

Podman

Bash scripting

Python

YAML

Networking

VMware virtualization

WebLogic/Tomcat/JBoss

Nginx/HAProxy

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or equivalent

RHCE 8/9 certification

Tools

Red Hat Satellite

Ansible Tower

Job description

Location: Qatar

Job Category: Information Technology (IT) & Software

Experience Required: 3+ Years

Contract Duration: 6 Months (Renewable)

Preferred Candidates: In-country applicants with Banking / Financial Services (BFSI) experience

Job Overview

An opportunity is available for experienced Linux Administrators to join a six-month renewable contract in Qatar.

The ideal candidate should have at least three years of relevant experience in Linux administration, with strong hands‑on knowledge of Red Hat or Oracle Linux, automation tools, container technologies, virtualization, middleware, and networking.

Candidates should hold a bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or an equivalent qualification, along with RHCE 8/9 certification and practical Ansible experience.

Candidates currently based in Qatar with experience in the Banking or Financial Services (BFSI) sector will be preferred.

Key Responsibilities

The employer has not provided a detailed list of daily responsibilities. The required technical skills indicate experience in:

• Linux administration using Red Hat or Oracle Linux.
• Automation and configuration management using Ansible.
• Container management using Docker, Docker Swarm, and Podman.
• Linux system management using Red Hat Satellite.
• Shell scripting and automation using Bash, YAML, and Python.
• VMware virtualization.
• Middleware administration and support.
• Load balancing using Nginx and HAProxy.
• TCP/IP networking.

Requirements & Qualifications

• Minimum 3+ years of relevant Linux administration experience.
• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or equivalent qualification.
• RHCE 8/9 certification.
• Hands‑on Ansible experience.

Required Technical Skills:

• Red Hat / Oracle Linux (RHEL 8/9).
• Ansible / Ansible Tower.
• Docker, Docker Swarm, and Podman.
• Red Hat Satellite.
• Bash Shell Scripting, YAML, and Python.
• VMware Virtualization.
• WebLogic, Tomcat, JBoss EAP, JBoss Fuse, and Apache.
• Nginx / HAProxy load balancing.
• TCP/IP and networking.

Preferred:

• Candidates currently based in Qatar.
• Banking / Financial Services (BFSI) domain experience.

Salary, Benefits & Career Growth

Salary, accommodation, transportation, medical insurance, annual leave, and other benefits have not been specified by the employer. Candidates should confirm these details with the hiring contact.