Location: Rickmansworth, UK
Salary: Up to £75,000 + Annual Bonus
Employment Type: Full-Time, Permanent
Working Pattern: Fully Office-Based
Eligibility: Must have lived and worked in the UK continuously for the past 4 years (due to security clearance requirements)
Visa Sponsorship: Not available
About the Role
We are currently seeking a Senior Linux Engineer to join a dynamic and growing IT team. This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced professional to work with the latest technologies in a collaborative and supportive environment. The role is office-based, located just a short walk from Rickmansworth train station, with free parking provided.
This position is ideal for someone with a strong technical background in infrastructure who thrives in a hands-on environment and is passionate about delivering robust system solutions.
Key Responsibilities
* Deploy, configure, and maintain Linux-based systems across various distributions
* Collaborate with the lead system administrator and software team on new solution designs
* Support server-related tasks company-wide
* Automate infrastructure and deployment tasks using tools such as Ansible or GitLab runners
* Work with cloud technologies, primarily AWS, with some exposure to Azure or Google Cloud
* Ensure optimal performance, scalability, and security of systems
* Troubleshoot and resolve infrastructure-related issues
Key Skills & Experience Required
* Minimum 4 years of experience as a Linux Engineer (6+ years preferred)
* Strong scripting skills in BASH or similar
* Experience with AWS (developer certification or equivalent experience ideal)
* Familiarity with cloud platforms like Azure or Google Cloud
* Automation experience (e.g., Ansible, GitLab runners)
* Basic networking experience (even if limited to cloud-based networks)
* Excellent attention to detail, self-motivated, and strong problem-solving skills
Education & Clearance Requirements
* Degree-level education or equivalent experience
* Must be eligible for UK Security Clearance (i.e., lived and worked in the UK for the past 4 years)
* No visa sponsorship available
Benefits
* Competitive salary up to £75,000
* Annual bonus
* Pension scheme, life assurance, and private health insurance
* High street discounts and excellent perks
* Structured career development path with training opportunities
* Free parking and easy public transport access
If you're a Linux expert ready to take on your next challenge in a secure, high-growth environment, we’d love to hear from you!