Linux Engineer

The Linux Engineer will be responsible for the design, implementation, support, and maintenance of all Linux applications in the bank.

The incumbent will assist stakeholders and technical teams with projects, ad-hoc tasks, and investigations of all Linux platforms, focusing on RHEL and our core banking technologies.

Requirements

1. Linux Infrastructure
   • Install, configure, and maintain Red Hat Enterprise Linux (RHEL) systems.
   • Monitor system performance and ensure high availability of infrastructure.
   • Troubleshoot and resolve complex system and application issues.
   • Implement security measures and ensure compliance with industry standards.
   • Maintain documentation of system configurations, procedures, and troubleshooting steps.
   • Participate in capacity planning and performance tuning activities.
   • Develop and enhance automated processes to minimize downtime and improve performance.
   • Collaborate with other IT teams to integrate Linux systems with Oracle databases and applications.
2. Business Planning / Decision Making
   • Provides input for short-term and long-term operational planning in respect of existing and emerging technology.
3. Policies and Procedures
   • Patch/security updates as per agreed business SLA.
   • Daily, weekly, and monthly reporting.
   • Logging and resolving Helpdesk calls as per agreed business SLA.
   • Vulnerability monitoring and remediation.
   • Licensing management.

Academic Knowledge

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field.
• Red Hat Certified Engineer (RHCE) certification.
• VMware added advantage.
• Oracle added advantage.

Work Experience

• Minimum of 3 years of experience with installation, configuration, and administration of enterprise Linux distributions (Red Hat Enterprise Linux, Oracle Linux).
• Experience with scripting languages such as Bash, Python, and Ansible.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and ability to work under pressure.
• Strong knowledge of Linux system administration, virtualization, and cloud technologies.
• Familiarity with network security technologies and associated services.

Skills / Specialized Know How

• Install, setup, configure, and support the following solutions:
• Experience with Oracle databases and applications.
• Knowledge of containerization and orchestration tools such as Kubernetes and OpenShift.
• RHEL 7, 8, 9.
• Planning and organizing.
• Accountable and responsible.
• Ability to self-train and develop.
• Ability to work independently and in a team.

Seniority Level

Mid-Senior level

Employment Type

Full-time

Job Function

Information Technology

Industries

IT Services and IT Consulting