Operations Engineer (License Management)

Opensource Intelligent Solutions; Pretoria; On-site; ZAR 500,000 - 800,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in IT solutions is looking for an Operations Engineer specializing in License Management. This role involves monitoring critical license services and managing both Windows and Linux environments. Candidates should possess deep ITSM knowledge, relevant certifications, and over 6 years of IT experience.

Qualifications

• 6+ years of IT experience.
• 4+ years in an operations-focused role.
• Strong ITIL process understanding.

Responsibilities

• Administer and monitor license services.
• Manage Windows & Linux server environments.
• Lead service upgrades and software migrations.

Skills

ITSM knowledge

License admin experience

IT Operations know-how

Linux administration

Strong Linux command line skills

Software lifecycle management

Agile project experience

Education

Degree in Information Systems

ITIL Certification

RedHat Linux Certification

Tools

Ansible Automation Platform

Cloud platforms

Job description

WE’RE HIRING: Operations Engineer – License Management (Advanced)

Contract: Aug 2025 – Dec 2027 (Renewable based on performance / project availability)

Location: Menlyn, Hybrid model

Nationality: South African citizens or valid work permit holders (>18 months) preferred

Apply: Send your CV to [e-mail]

About the Role:

Are you the silent system ninja behind the smooth running of software licenses? Can you balance uptime, user access, and license compliance like a pro juggler? Then step into the engine room of a global IT powerhouse as an Operations Engineer (License Management)!

You’ll be monitoring and managing critical license services, supporting key systems like OpenLM and FlexLM, keeping servers humming, and working with a global crew of IT operations warriors. If you're a Linux-loving, license-literate, agile-fluent IT enthusiast, this is your stage.

What You'll Be Doing:

• Administer and monitor license services (OpenLM, Matlab, FlexLM, etc.)
• Manage Windows & Linux server environments
• Lead service upgrades, client license tracking & software migrations
• Document and maintain config/process records (toolchain, CMDB, ResolveIT, SAM)
• Facilitate operations meetings & coordinate with external contractors
• Handle incident, problem, and change management
• Investigate security issues and new license platforms
• Be part of a rotating on-call 24/7 support schedule

Your Tech Toolbox:

Essential Skills:

• Deep ITSM knowledge
• License admin experience (OpenLM, Matlab, FlexLM, etc.)
• IT Operations know-how
• Windows + Linux (client/server) admin experience
• Strong Linux command line skills
• Software lifecycle/deployment management
• Understanding of infrastructure relationships
• Agile project experience
• PIC process understanding
• Ansible Automation Platform / Tower experience

Bonus Points For:

• Docker or container tools
• ServiceNow (ITSM) knowledge
• Cloud platform exposure (AWS, Azure, Google Cloud)

Qualifications & Experience:

• Degree in Information Systems or similar
• ITIL Certification (preferred)
• RedHat Linux Certification
• 6+ years of IT experience
• 4+ years in an operations-focused role
• Strong ITIL process understanding