Senior Level-4 Linux Engineer - Remote UK

INZPIRE LTD; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading defence technology company in the UK is seeking a Level 4 Linux Engineer to join their innovative team. The ideal candidate will possess strong expertise in Linux distributions and shell scripting. Responsibilities include collaborating with cross-functional teams, supporting product design, and providing on-site support at RAF Leeming. Exceptional problem-solving skills and communication abilities are crucial for success in this role. The company offers a promising career in the defence sector, along with comprehensive benefits and a supportive environment.

Benefits

30 days paid holiday plus 8 bank holidays

Company private medical and dental insurance

QinetiQ Share Incentive Scheme

Enhanced maternity and paternity pay

Annual profit and performance related pay

Death in service coverage (x4 salary)

Company contributions to pension scheme

Tax efficient cycle to work scheme

Business travel insurance

Qualifications

• Deep expertise in Linux distributions and shell scripting.
• Strong understanding of networking protocols and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work independently and efficiently in a team.
• Commitment to staying current with industry trends.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams for fault resolution.
• Support product design to meet performance and security standards.
• Work onsite at RAF Leeming with after-hours on-call support.

Skills

Linux distributions expertise (e.g., Red Hat, Ubuntu, CentOS)

Shell scripting and automation (Bash, Python, Perl)

Virtualization technologies (VMware, KVM, Docker)

Networking concepts (TCP/IP, DNS, firewalls)

Problem-solving and analytical skills

Strong communication skills

Collaboration and teamwork

Independent work ability

Commitment to continuous improvement

Tools

Cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, Google Cloud)

Container orchestration tools (Kubernetes)

Monitoring solutions (Prometheus, Grafana, ELK)

Database systems (MySQL, PostgreSQL, NoSQL)

Job description

A leading defence technology company in the UK is seeking a Level 4 Linux Engineer to join their innovative team. The ideal candidate will possess strong expertise in Linux distributions and shell scripting. Responsibilities include collaborating with cross-functional teams, supporting product design, and providing on-site support at RAF Leeming. Exceptional problem-solving skills and communication abilities are crucial for success in this role. The company offers a promising career in the defence sector, along with comprehensive benefits and a supportive environment.