Senior Systems Engineer; Linux Focus

Job in Durban, 4056, South Africa

Listing for: Afriwallstreet

Full Time position
Listed on 2026-05-16

Job specializations:

IT/Tech
IT Support, Systems Engineer

Position: Senior Systems Engineer (Linux Focus)

About 2

Cana Solutions

We are an Oracle Strategic Partner delivering software solutions to insurance clients locally and internationally, with a strong focus on technical excellence and teamwork.

Working Mode

Hybrid / remote, based in Durban, with occasional on-site work. Participation in an after-hours standby rotation is required.

Disclaimer

Open to candidates legally authorised to work in South Africa only. No relocation or sponsorship provided.

Ready to Make an Impact?

Send your CV to or call Veena on 08610 2

CANA.

Requirements

5+ years’ Linux administration experience
Expertise in Oracle Linux, Red Hat, CentOS, or Debian
Strong networking fundamentals
Scripting and automation skills (Bash, Python, Ansible)
Solid problem-solving and communication skills

Bonus

Experience in mission-critical environments, virtualization, and Linux certifications (RHCSA, RHCE, LPIC or similar)

Responsibilities

Manage, secure, and optimize Linux infrastructure
Monitor performance and troubleshoot issues
Drive automation, patching, and security best practices
Support virtualization, cloud, backups, disaster recovery, and monitoring
Collaborate across teams and mentor junior engineers

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