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Unix / solaris system engineer

Preston (Lancashire)
Inspire People
Systems engineer
Posted: 5 June
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Our client is a an IT solutions enterprise who are a global leader in transforming and operating mission-critical IT systems. You will be a key member of DXC's 24/7 operations team and play a vital role in supporting and optimising mission-critical systems. Based in Erskine or Newcastle, with a salary ranging up to £75,000 inc. shift allowance plus pension, flexi-benefits fund and £10,000 bonus following security clearance.


As a valued member of the 24/7 team, the Unix/Solaris Infrastructure Engineer will provide advanced technical expertise on Solaris/AIX Servers during out-of-hours operations, ensuring high-level support service. This role is pivotal in contributing to team growth, optimising processes for efficiency, and enhancing customer satisfaction. The position involves troubleshooting, monitoring, and improving solutions, with a focus on maintaining SLAs and KPIs. Due to customer requirements, successful applicants must be eligible for SC-level UK Security Clearance.


If you are a strong Unix or Linux Engineer, you can be trained into Solaris technology.


Key Responsibilities:

* Deliver exceptional customer service, acting as a focal point during emergency support hours (24/7).
* Support disaster recovery tests across multiple virtual platforms.
* Address security vulnerabilities identified by the compliance team.
* Perform scheduled change work outside of regular hours.
* Assist in the setup, configuration, and support of Linux and Windows servers.
* Innovate and contribute to the development of new and improved products.
* Expand expertise in a diverse suite of technologies.


About the Role:

* Provide technical support for infrastructure services, responding to issues and assisting with tasks.
* Contribute to infrastructure projects and assignments.
* Monitor and troubleshoot infrastructure systems to ensure reliability and performance.
* Collaborate with the team to enhance infrastructure effectiveness and resolve technical challenges.
* Support the development of infrastructure documentation, including incident logs and configuration records.
* Apply technical knowledge to address infrastructure-related challenges.
* Follow best practices and standards in infrastructure service delivery.
* Utilise technical skills to resolve infrastructure issues and incidents.


Essential skills:

* Knowledge and hands-on Engineering experience with Unix / Linux / IBM AIX systems
* Minimum 2 years of relevant work experience
* Proven experience in infrastructure technology analysis.
* Proficiency in data analysis
* Hands-on experience with Solaris (Preferred)
* Bachelors degree or equivalent in relevant field (Preferred)
* Must be a British National


Location

* This role operates on a 4-on/4-off rotating shift pattern, meaning you'll work four consecutive days followed by four consecutive days off.
* Based on-site in either Erskine and Newcastle.


Benefits:

* Basic salary £50,000 to £55,000
* 35% shift allowance in addition to salary
* 25 days annual leave plus 8 public holidays
* Option to purchase up to 10 additional days of annual leave
* Choice of pension options
* Flexfund (percentage of salary) for flexible benefits selection such as private medical / electric vehicle scheme
* Receive £10,000 bonus (paid quarterly) following DV clearance


This role offers an enriching environment where professional growth is encouraged, and contributions are valued. If you're a Solaris, Unix or Linux Engineer looking for a new challenge, please apply or reach out to zymante@inspirepeople.net

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