Linux Administrator
Linux Administrator
Location: Stevenage (Hybrid - 3 days per week in the office)
Rate: Market rate (Inside IR35)
Duration: 6 months
Role Overview
This role offers the opportunity to work within large-scale, mission-critical Linux and high-performance computing environments where your expertise will have real impact.
You will gain exposure to Red Hat Enterprise Linux 9, high-end GPU workstations and advanced HPC platforms, while working closely with technical and business teams in a collaborative environment.
We are seeking a Linux Administrator to support and optimise enterprise-grade Linux infrastructure, focusing on system stability, performance and continuous improvement across complex HPC and GPU-based environments.
Key Responsibilities
- Provide technical support for high-end GPU workstations within an enterprise environment
- Install, configure and maintain enterprise software on Red Hat Enterprise Linux platforms
- Troubleshoot complex Linux system issues using structured diagnostic approaches
- Support large-scale project delivery through collaboration with cross-functional teams
- Conduct performance testing on HPC platforms using custom scripts and tools
- Analyse system performance and utilisation data to generate actionable insights
- Produce detailed technical reports on system performance, resource usage and key metrics
- Present findings to both technical and non-technical stakeholders
- Lead or support technical discussions to ensure alignment and successful delivery
- Ensure systems meet security, compatibility and operational standards
Key Skills and Experience
- Proven experience as a Linux Administrator or Systems Engineer
- Strong expertise in Red Hat Enterprise Linux 9 system administration
- Proficiency in shell scripting and automation
- Experience supporting high-end GPU workstation environments
- Strong troubleshooting and performance tuning skills within Linux environments
- Experience working with HPC platforms, including performance testing
- Ability to analyse system data and translate findings into meaningful insights
- Strong communication skills with the ability to work across diverse teams
- Experience supporting enterprise-scale, project-based environments
Desirable Experience
- Experience installing and configuring enterprise software on Linux systems
- Exposure to large-scale or cross-departmental transformation programmes
- Ability to manage multiple priorities within fast-paced environments