Senior Engineer (Unix/Linux System)

ES RECRUITMENT PTE. LTD.; Singapore; On-site; SGD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading Information & Communication Technology company in Singapore is looking for a Senior Engineer (Unix/Linux System) to manage mission-critical Unix/Linux systems. The role involves ensuring optimal system performance, troubleshooting infrastructure issues, and supporting OS patching and backup management. Ideal candidates will have a degree in IT, 3-5 years of relevant experience, and expertise in Red Hat Enterprise Linux and Unix/Linux systems. Competitive salary up to S$5500 plus additional bonuses are offered.

Qualifications

• Min 3-5 years experience in administering Unix/Linux systems in a professional environment.
• Proven expertise in system administration including installation, configuration, and troubleshooting of Unix/Linux servers.
• Experience with backup technology like Commvault and Data Protector.

Responsibilities

• Support Unix servers administration, OS patching, and backup management.
• Ensure high availability of Unix platforms supporting business functions.
• Troubleshoot and remediate issues impacting the operation of the infrastructure.
• Document design and operational procedures.
• Train and mentor junior staff members as appropriate.

Skills

Red Hat Enterprise Linux (RHEL)

Unix/Linux administration

Troubleshooting

Education

Degree in IT or relevant discipline

Tools

VMware

Oracle

WebLogic

Commvault

Data Protector

Job description

About the role

This is a contract opportunity for Senior Engineer (Unix/Linux System) to join a leading Information & Communication Technology company for this project under agency payroll. You will be rotating between Clients Sites at Bendemeer & Havelock Region. As a Senior Engineer, you will play a crucial role in the administration and maintenance of the company's mission‑critical Unix/Linux systems, ensuring optimal performance and reliability.

Cat 2 Clearance , Office hours with 24X7 support standby required

Mandatory Skills

• Red Hat Enterprise Linux (RHEL) – strong hands‑on administration experience

• Solid experience supporting Unix/Linux production environments

Supporting Skills SUN - Solaris, Ansible

What we offer : Up to S$5500 Basic + 1 month Bonus at end of 1 yr service.

What you'll be doing

• The primary purpose is to support the Unix servers administration, OS patching, backup management

  - Ensure high availability of Unix platforms Redhat, Solaris, HPUX that support business functions and external interfaces

  - Troubleshoot and remediate issues impacting the operation of the infrastructure.

  - Assist with planning and implementing systems integrations following M&A activity.

  - Document the design, operation and troubleshooting of technology platforms and procedures.

  - Operate as a technical expert (subject matter expert) on infrastructure projects pertaining to Linux, VMware, Oracle, Weblogic and Storage.

  - Perform infrastructure design and implementations, performance analysis and optimization, systems monitoring and problem resolution, upgrade planning and execution, and process creation and documentation.

  - Suggest improvements based on technology, best practices, or changing requirements.

  - Provide regular updates to management on advantages and potential opportunities for new technologies and automation.

  - Establish close working relationships with Team Leads, customers and Project Management.

  - Assist Technical Operations with testing & implementation of new technologies and/or services · Work with and manage outside consulting technical subject matter experts as needed.

  - Help to resolve complex IT issues in a Tier 1 & 2 capacity.

  - Train/Mentor junior staff members as appropriate.

  - Experience in Oracle and WebLogic including methods, policies and procedures for installation, management, monitoring and support.

  - Understand the backup technology like Commvault, DataProtector.

  - Manage the storage.

What we're looking for

• Min Degree in IT or relevant discipline

• Min 3-5yrs in administering and supporting Unix/Linux systems in a professional environment

• Proven expertise in system administration, including installation, configuration, and troubleshooting of Unix/Linux servers and applications.

• Supporting / Advantageous Skills

  • Sun Solaris and/or HP-UX

  • Ansible or automation tooling

  • Oracle Database & WebLogic administration

  • Backup technologies: Commvault, Data Protector

  • Enterprise storage management

  • VMware infrastructure exposure

About us

ES Recruitment Pte Ltd is a respected provider of information and communication technology solutions, serving a diverse range of clients across industries. Our team of skilled professionals is dedicated to delivering innovative and reliable services that drive business success. Join us and be a part of our exciting journey!

Apply now for this exciting opportunity as a Senior Engineer (Unix/Linux System) with ES Recruitment Pte Ltd.

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