Overview
We’re Kingfisher, a team made up of over 76,000 passionate people who bring Kingfisher and our other brands—B&Q, Screwfix, Brico Depot, Castorama, and Koctas—to life. We aim to become the leading home improvement company and grow the largest community of home improvers worldwide. We are looking for a Server Platforms and Operating Systems Engineer to manage and maintain our IT infrastructure, ensuring optimal performance and security.
What’s the job?
* Installing, configuring, and maintaining operating systems on servers, including patching, security updates, and performance tuning.
* Identifying and resolving system issues, monitoring server performance, and ensuring system uptime.
* Developing automation solutions to streamline tasks and improve efficiency.
* Collaborating with other teams and vendors for system integration and interoperability.
* Implementing security measures to protect servers and data.
* Maintaining accurate documentation of server configurations and processes.
What you'll bring
Proficiency in managing diverse IT environments with strong knowledge of Windows, Linux, and ESXi; virtualization technologies like VMware and KVM; scripting languages such as PowerShell; automation tools like Ansible; and storage technologies like fibre channel or iSCSI. You should have excellent problem-solving skills, a solid understanding of security principles, and the ability to work independently and in teams.
* Strong understanding of Windows, Linux, and ESXi.
* Experience with VMware and KVM virtualization.
* Scripting skills in PowerShell and automation with Ansible.
* Knowledge of storage technologies like fibre channel or iSCSI.
* Ability to diagnose and resolve complex system issues.
* Understanding of security best practices.
Our Values
Customer Focus
* Listening to customers and using data to inform decisions.
Humanity and Care
* Acting respectfully and doing the right thing.
Curiosity
* Sharing new ideas, trying new things, and learning continuously.
Agility
* Working with trust, pace, and creativity; prioritizing progress over perfection.
Inclusivity
* Embracing diversity, allyship, and self-awareness.
Accountability
* Owning actions, understanding our plans, and delivering results.
We encourage applications from all candidates, even if you do not meet 100% of the requirements. Join us to help Power the Possible and build an inclusive environment where everyone can thrive. Find out more about Diversity & Inclusion at Kingfisher here!
We offer a competitive benefits package and opportunities for growth. Interested? Apply now and be part of our journey!
#J-18808-Ljbffr