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Linux and Network Engineer

IT – Software Development ~ IT – Infrastructure
Cape Town – Western Cape

ENVIRONMENT:
A UK-based Consultancy and Software Solutions Provider seeks an ambitious & self-driven Linux and Network Engineer to join its Cape Town team.  The successful candidate will have a proven track record as a Linux systems engineer with strong network engineering skills. Whilst a degree or certification is not mandatory, one or more of the following certifications would be highly advantageous:  Degree or Diploma in Computer Technology, LPIC (Linux Professional Institute Certification), Oracle Certified Associate / Professional, Red Hat Certified System Administrator (RHCSA), or Storage-related certification.
 
DUTIES:
  • Deployment, automation, management, and maintenance of Linux production systems and client networking infrastructure.
  • Ensuring availability, performance, security, and scalability of Linux production systems and client networking infrastructure.
  • Design, maintain and manage tools for automation of different operational processes.
  • Linux system troubleshooting and problem resolution.
  • Provide recommendations for architecture and process improvements.
  • Evaluation of new technology alternatives and vendor products.
  • Leading and working as part of cloud solution rollout projects.
 
REQUIREMENTS:
  • Linux: 5 years+ (required).
  • IP networking: 5+ years (required).
  • CCNA or equivalent (preferred).
  • 10+ years of related IT experience.
  • Comfortable working to tight deadlines and demanding SLAs.
  • Have proven expertise in IT project delivery.
 
Technical expertise:
 
  • The successful candidate would have experience in many of the following technologies/methodologies:
    • Linux
    • Administration of Ubuntu/Debian or derivatives.
    • Administration of RHEL/CentOS or derivatives.
    • Support of LAMP environments (including MySQL, PostgreSQL, Apache/NGINX)
    • Infrastructure.
    • Architect, build, operate, and troubleshoot enterprise infrastructure platforms including firewalls, load balancers, VPNs, etc.
    • IP address planning & subnetting, DNS, peering, routing protocols, proxies, and related skillsets.
    • Experience with multi-tier architectures: load balancers, caching, web servers, application servers, databases, and networking.
 
Technical certifications:
 
  • Whilst a degree or certification is not mandatory, one or more of the following certifications would be highly advantageous:
    • Degree or Diploma in Computer Technology.
    • LPIC (Linux Professional Institute Certification).
    • Oracle Certified Associate / Professional.
    • Red Hat Certified System Administrator (RHCSA).
    • Storage-related certification.
 
ATTRIBUTES:
  • Demonstrate strong interpersonal skills and know what it means to be a good team player.
  • Have a professional and mature work ethic.
  • Know how to serve demanding international clients, who expect a very high standard of service.
  • Be a positive individual willing to learn quickly and work hard.
  • Provide out-of-hours cover infrequently. 
  • Show a track record of completing tasks and projects on time and at high quality.