Your new company
Join a dynamic team within a leading global organisation specialising in trade and supply chain optimisation. As a Linux Infrastructure Engineer, you'll work at a prominent location in Stanford-le-Hope, Essex. The company is committed to creating a seamless and efficient supply chain, pushing the boundaries of innovation and transforming the future of global trade.
Your new role
As an Infrastructure Engineer, you will play a crucial role in designing, implementing, and maintaining the IT infrastructure within a prominent organisation's UK Terminals. Reporting to the Infrastructure Manager and working in a team of 5, you will be responsible for providing 1st, 2nd, and 3rd level infrastructure and desktop support. Your expertise in Linux enterprise systems, particularly Ubuntu/Debian/RHEL/Rocky, will be essential as you utilise the Linux command-line interface (CLI) and ensure best practice security configurations and patch management. You will contribute to the 24/7 system support of business-critical and essential IT services, and actively participate in maintaining Data Center operations and high availability solutions across two sites. Additionally, you will leverage virtualisation technologies, manage storage media and SAN, and monitor system capacity requirements.
What you'll need to succeed
To succeed in this role, you must have solid experience as an Infrastructure Engineer, with a strong focus on Linux operating systems. Your technical skill set should include:
- Linux Ubuntu, Debian Linux, RHEL/Rocky Linux in an enterprise environment
- Automation tools such as Terraform, Ansible, and Puppet
- Scripting languages like BASH and PowerShell
- Desirable experience with containers and Kubernetes
- VMware products including vCenter, ESXi, and clusters
- Knowledge of server chassis and blade concepts
- Familiarity with SAN technologies
What you'll get in return
- Competitive Salary - £56,000
- 10% Bonus
- Hybrid and flexible working
- 25 days + 8 days bank holiday
What you need to do now
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