Infrastructure & Systems Engineer

Blue Bean Software; Centurion; On-site; ZAR 300,000 - 500,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in custom software and product development is seeking an Infrastructure & Systems Engineer. This role offers growth opportunities from foundational system administration into higher-tier infrastructure engineering, ideal for individuals looking to advance their careers in IT.

Qualifications

• 1 to 4 years of hands-on experience in IT infrastructure or systems administration.
• Strong working knowledge of Linux system administration (Red Hat preferred).
• Scripting experience with Bash (essential) and Python (advantageous).

Responsibilities

• Work on Linux environments and scripting tasks.
• Upskill across a broad infrastructure landscape.

Skills

Linux system administration

Bash scripting

Python

Problem-solving

Initiative

Adaptability

Job description

What we do
Blue Bean Software is a premier custom software and product development IT company, delivering custom-made solutions for large enterprises as well as dynamic start-ups.

We pride ourselves in taking on and solving complex problems as well as high-stakes projects through the use of a balanced combination between tech savvy and a deep understanding of a client’s needs.

We have a prominent presence in the financial services industry and have started to branch out into other industries such as agritech and healthtech.

Who we are
At Blue Bean Software, we believe in creating an environment where like-minded software engineers are able to express themselves freely and pursue their individual and professional growth. We further encourage individuals to master their respective skill sets whilst effectively working within teams to overcome challenges and accomplish set goals.

At Blue Bean Software, we firmly believe in maintaining a culture of self-motivation, integrity and trust to drive productivity.

How we work
We have a flat organisational structure and value collaboration between our teams. We further believe in empowering individual team members to ensure agile decision-making and streamlined communication across all teams to deliver efficient and effective customer service at all times.

About the role

We’re looking for an Infrastructure & Systems Engineer to join our team.

You’ll start by working on Linux environments and scripting tasks and will be gradually upskilled across a broad infrastructure landscape. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who wants to grow from foundational system administration into middle- and senior-tier infrastructure engineering.

Your skills and experience:

• 1 to 4 years of hands-on experience in IT infrastructure or systems administration
• Strong working knowledge of Linux system administration (Red Hat preferred)
• Scripting experience with Bash (essential) and Python (advantageous)
• A positive, adaptable attitude and strong willingness to learn
• Solid problem-solving skills and the ability to take initiative
• Strong interest in infrastructure and system engineering as a long-term career path

Additional Information

Advantageous:

• Familiarity with Oracle databases or middleware tools like JBoss or IBM MQ
• Exposure to virtualisation platforms such as VMware
• Experience working with monitoring tools such as Zabbix, Prometheus, or Nagios

Competencies:

• Ability to take initiative and troubleshoot problems independently
• Ability to adapt quickly and remain open to learning new technologies
• Ability to manage time effectively and work under pressure
• Self-motivated and eager to grow within a technical environment
• Ability to work collaboratively within a team and contribute positively to shared goals