Linux Platform SME

Linux Platform SME

Location: London
Salary: £65,000 - £75,000 + excellent benefits
Hybrid Working: 3 days in the office per week

Are you a Linux expert looking for your next challenge? Join one of the world's leading financial institutions, as a Linux Platform SME and play a pivotal role in managing and enhancing their Linux estate. This is your opportunity to work on cutting-edge projects, drive automation initiatives, and support a global infrastructure in a dynamic, collaborative environment.

What You'll Do

• Manage and maintain Linux/Unix platforms to ensure availability, security, and performance.
• Lead automation efforts using tools like Ansible, AWX, and scripting languages (Python, Bash, or Perl).
• Deliver innovative solutions for BAU and project workloads while identifying cost-saving opportunities.
• Support critical systems with a "customer-first" mindset, including taking part in on-call rotation and occasional weekend work.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to provide technical expertise and consultancy.

What We're Looking For

• Deep expertise in Red Hat and Solaris, including system internals and kernel tuning.
• Hands-on experience with Ansible, AWX, REST API integration, and CI/CD pipelines.
• Strong scripting skills in Python, Bash, or Perl.
• Knowledge of security hardening (CIS benchmarks), disaster recovery, clustering, and high availability.
• Familiarity with networking protocols (TCP/IP), virtualisation, storage, and database layers.
• A DevOps mindset with a passion for automation and optimisation.

Ready to take your Linux expertise to the next level? Apply now to learn more about the opportunity to join this team!

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