Linux Engineer
Linux Engineer
London / Colchester
Permanent - HybridUp to £70,000 + bonus
VIQU have partnered with a leading technology-driven organisation seeking a Linux Engineer to join their growing Technology team. This is a hands-on, technically focused role where the Linux Engineer will support and optimise a mission-critical SAP HANA platform running on SUSE Linux Enterprise Server, while also contributing to cloud integration with Microsoft Azure. The role blends BAU support with project delivery, providing scope to influence platform improvements and work alongside a skilled infrastructure and DevOps team.
Key Responsibilities:
• Manage and maintain SUSE Linux Enterprise Server (SLES) environments.• Monitor systems, troubleshoot issues, and optimise performance.• Ensure system security and compliance with industry standards.• Automate tasks using Bash, Python, or Perl scripts.• Design, deploy, and manage Linux workloads in Azure.• Implement and manage virtual networks, storage, and Azure resources.• Ensure high availability and disaster recovery of critical systems.• Use Azure DevOps for CI/CD pipeline automation and infrastructure as code (IaC).• Collaborate with developers, DBAs, and network engineers to provide technical guidance.• Document system configurations, procedures, and troubleshooting steps.
Key Requirements:
• Proven experience as a Linux Administrator, ideally with SLES.• Hands-on SAP HANA administration and optimisation experience.• Proficiency with Microsoft Azure, including ARM templates, Azure CLI, and PowerShell.• Strong scripting skills (Bash, Python, Perl) for automation.• Experience supporting large-scale enterprise environments.• Excellent problem-solving and collaboration skills.• SUSE or Microsoft Azure certifications are a plus.
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