Linux Engineer

The role will be accountable for managing and monitoring all installed Linux systems and infrastructure. Installing, configuring, testing and maintenance of Linux environments, applications, and management tools. Design and implement new and innovative technologies to assist with business demands. Automation of the Linux Environment as much as possible to ensure consistency and PCI Compliance of all Linux Servers. This role will be the subject matter expert on Linux for XLink and will play a key role in transferring skills to the rest of the team.

• Install, configure, test and maintain Linux operating systems, application software and system management tools.
• Plan, orchestrate, control and maintain all servers.
• Lead configuration and maintenance of software, e.g., Anti-Malware, Application Suites.
• Maintain security, backup, and redundancy strategies.
• Participate in the design of information and operational support systems.
• Automate configuration of Linux servers using configuration-management tools such as Ansible.
• Maintain PCI Compliance and fixes.
• Proactive monitoring of all Linux systems and infrastructure.
• Enhance performance of servers and supporting systems.
• Evaluate and implement storage and backup needs for systems.
• Monitor and test application performance, identify solutions, and work with developers to implement fixes.
• Write and maintain custom scripts to increase system efficiency and reduce human intervention time on tasks.
• Mentor peers.

• Plan and implement changes to the server infrastructure.
• Supervise building, patching, testing and deployment for systems.
• Maintain mission-critical systems to ensure business continuity.
• Provide third-level support.

• Document solutions.
• Maintain a strong security posture within the Linux environment.
• Liaise with vendors and other IT personnel for problem resolution.

• Proactive Monitoring – Ensure the highest levels of Linux systems and infrastructure availability. Monitor key components of the Linux systems and applications through monitoring tools.
• Vendor Management – Maintain relationship with technology, software and security vendors to ensure reliable delivery of services and systems.
• Process and Procedures – Evaluate and improve current processes and procedures to continuously improve output.
• Standby Support – Ability to travel and work after hours when necessary.
• Troubleshooting and problem solving.
• Ability to work in a pressured environment.
• Innovation / critical judgment.
• Technically minded in terms of software and networking.
• Scripting, automation, and orchestration.
• Linux-based experience.

• IT related Degree / Diploma or Equivalent Experience.
• RHCE or equivalent in Linux.
• Unix/Windows experience a bonus.
• 5+ years’ experience in the relevant field.
• Strong communication skills.
• Ability to work in a pressured environment.

Location:

3 Sandown Valley Crescent, South Africa.