Linux Infrastructure Engineer

Role: Linux Infrastructure Engineer

Location: Manchester, Sheffield, Ipswich

Duration: Contract 

Key Responsibilities

• Design, implement, and maintain Linux-based systems within a cloud environment.
• Optimize system performance and troubleshoot Linux OS, network, and application-level issues.
• Ensure Linux system security and implement best practices to prevent threats and vulnerabilities.
• Automate system administration using Ansible and shell scripting.
• Manage and orchestrate containerized applications using Kubernetes and Docker.
• Support technology lifecycle planning and contribute to platform roadmaps.
• Provide incident support and mentor team members as a technical expert.
• Keep up-to-date with industry trends and share knowledge within the team.

Required Skills

• Strong Linux administration and troubleshooting experience.
• Proficient in automation tools (Ansible, Bash, Python).
• Hands-on experience with LVM, iSCSI, RAID, and file systems.
• Knowledge of KVM or other virtualization platforms.
• Experience with Docker and Kubernetes for container orchestration.
• Good understanding of Linux networking and diagnostic tools.
• Familiarity with GitLab, Jenkins, MySQL/PostgreSQL, and data center technologies.
• Effective documentation and communication skills.
• Self-driven with the ability to manage priorities in a dynamic environment.