Linux Automation Engineer

Snr Linux Automation & Platform Engineer (Perl/Python)

Contract | London (Hybrid) | Competitive Day Rate

We are seeking an experienced Linux Automation Engineer/DevOps Engineer to join a high-profile enterprise environment, supporting critical platform infrastructure and automation capabilities. This is an excellent opportunity for a hands-on contractor who enjoys solving complex technical challenges, improving operational efficiency, and working across large-scale production environments.

You'll play a key role in maintaining and enhancing existing automation solutions, supporting Linux-based platforms, and contributing to ongoing modernisation initiatives within a mature enterprise technology landscape.

Key Responsibilities

• Maintain, troubleshoot, and enhance automation solutions developed in Perl, Python, Bash, Korn Shell, and related technologies.
• Support and administer Linux production environments (RHEL and similar enterprise distributions), ensuring high levels of stability, availability, and performance.
• Design and implement automation improvements to streamline operational processes and reduce manual intervention.
• Diagnose and resolve infrastructure, application, and network-related issues across complex enterprise platforms.
• Support CI/CD pipelines and deployment processes using modern DevOps practices.
• Work closely with engineering, operations, and support teams to investigate incidents, implement fixes, and drive continuous improvement.
• Support database-backed applications and services, performing troubleshooting and maintenance activities where required.
• Contribute to technical design discussions and platform engineering initiatives focused on modernisation and operational excellence.

Required Skills & Experience

• Strong hands-on experience with Linux administration and troubleshooting in enterprise environments.
• Excellent Scripting and automation skills using Perl, Python, Bash, and/or Korn Shell.
• Proven experience supporting and maintaining production applications and critical services.
• Experience working with Git-based development workflows and CI/CD tools such as Jenkins.
• Solid understanding of networking fundamentals, including TCP/IP and troubleshooting connectivity issues.
• Ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment while engaging effectively with both technical and business stakeholders.
• Experience working within large-scale, enterprise, or regulated environments.

Desirable Skills

• Experience with NetApp storage, SAN technologies, or enterprise storage platforms.
• Knowledge of Kerberos, SPNEGO, and enterprise authentication frameworks.
• Experience with PostgreSQL, SQLite, or similar databases.
• Exposure to cloud technologies, containerisation, and modern platform engineering practices.
• Experience supporting Legacy systems while contributing to transformation and modernisation programmes.

What's on Offer?

• Opportunity to work within a highly complex enterprise technology environment.
• Long-term programme with significant platform engineering and automation initiatives.
• Challenging technical work across Linux, automation, infrastructure, and DevOps disciplines.
• Collaborative environment working alongside experienced engineering and operations teams.

Location

London (Hybrid Working)

Regular attendance at the client's London office is required. Candidates should be comfortable commuting into London on a regular basis.

Apply Now

If you're a skilled Linux Automation Engineer, DevOps Engineer, or Platform Engineer with strong Linux and Scripting expertise and are looking for your next contract opportunity, we'd love to hear from you.