Job Description
Unix/Linux EngineerBristol, Barrow-in-Furness or Manchester (Hybrid working 3 days office)£55,000 - £64,000 + Excellent Benefits (Benefits will include a mix of - Training, Medical Plan, Dental, Health, Pension, Group Income Protection, Eye Test, Gym Discount, Cycle to work scheme and many more )Full Time | Permanent
Willing/Eligible to undergo SC clearance (sole UK passport holder)
Deerfoot Recruitment is delighted to be supporting a leading global consultancy organisation in the search for a skilled Unix/Linux Engineer to join their growing team. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced systems professional to work within a dynamic and supportive environment, contributing to the stability and performance of critical infrastructure.
The successful candidate will be responsible for supporting and maintaining Unix/Linux-based systems across both production and development environments, ensuring high availability and reliability through proactive monitoring and issue resolution.
You will be able to choose the base location nearest to your home - Bristol, Manchester or Barrow-in-Furness
Key Responsibilities:
Monitor, maintain and support Unix/Linux systems, responding to incidents and service requests in line with SLAs
Perform routine system checks, patching and updates to ensure optimal performance and security
Troubleshoot system, application, network and hardware issues, working closely with end users
Manage user accounts, permissions and file systems
Maintain system security and respond to vulnerability alerts
Produce and maintain clear technical documentation
Participate in an on-call support rota
Key Skills & Experience:
Proven experience in Unix/Linux support and administration
Strong knowledge of Solaris (10 & 11 essential; 8/9 desirable) and Red Hat Linux
Experience with tools and technologies such as Ansible, Docker/Mirantis/Podman
Scripting skills (eg Bash, Python)
Familiarity with VMware and monitoring tools (eg vROPS)
Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving abilities
Excellent communication skills with a customer-focused approach
Additional Requirements:
Willingness and eligibility to undergo SC clearance (sole UK passport holders only)
Working Arrangement: This role offers a hybrid working model, combining time across company offices, client sites and home working. Please note that this is not a fully remote position and 3 days on-site presence will be required each week.
Benefits: A generous benefits package is on offer, including training and development opportunities, private medical and dental cover, pension scheme, group income protection, gym discounts, cycle to work scheme, eye care support and more.
If you are a motivated Unix/Linux Engineer looking to take the next step in your career within a collaborative and forward-thinking environment, Deerfoot Recruitment would be keen to hear from you.
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