Job title: Linux Platform SME
Job type: Permanent
Location: London (Hybrid Working)

Job Description

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!