Senior Linux Engineer: Automation, Security & Tech Leadership

Hire Resolve; Midrand; On-site; ZAR 800,000 - 1,000,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking a talented Senior Linux Engineer to join a dynamic team in Midrand, Gauteng. The successful candidate will provide technical guidance, manage Unix/Linux environments, and drive initiatives for service efficiency. Required qualifications include extensive experience in ICT, Unix/Linux system administration, advanced shell scripting, and Ansible Automation. This role requires strong communication skills and a pro-active approach to technical challenges. Applications should be submitted via provided contact emails.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 15+ years of experience in ICT, with at least 10 years in Unix/Linux System administration.
• Experience in administering enterprise-scale Unix/Linux environments.
• In-depth experience in hardware, system software, storage and networking.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical guidance and mentoring to staff.
• Contribute to projects and architectural planning.
• Resolve Service Affecting Incidents and RCA’s to completion.

Skills

Advanced shell scripting

Ansible Automation

Vulnerability and Patch Management

AWS Cloud experience

Education

Grade 12 with Maths & Science

Tertiary Education in the ICT industry

Tertiary qualification in IT technical field

ITIL Foundation certified

RHCSA / RHCE or similar qualification

Tools

Red Hat Satellite

Red Hat OpenShift

BMC Remedy

Job description

A leading recruitment agency is seeking a talented Senior Linux Engineer to join a dynamic team in Midrand, Gauteng. The successful candidate will provide technical guidance, manage Unix/Linux environments, and drive initiatives for service efficiency. Required qualifications include extensive experience in ICT, Unix/Linux system administration, advanced shell scripting, and Ansible Automation. This role requires strong communication skills and a pro-active approach to technical challenges. Applications should be submitted via provided contact emails.