Intermediate Linux Engineer at Datafin Recruitment

Nov 2, 2021

ENVIRONMENT:A cutting-edge Cloud Solutions Specialist seeks the technical expertise of a solutions-driven Intermediate Linux Engineer to join its team where you will help support the business objectives by running a stable, reliable and manageable network and systems infrastructure, which supports the technical requirements of the product set. You will also be expected to propose, architect and implement network, service, and process changes that will improve the cost-effectiveness and quality of services. You will need a tertiary qualification in Computer Science/Engineering or other relevant technical discipline, have 5+ years experience with Linux Servers preferably having worked with Ubuntu, knowledge of Networking design, configuration / routing / firewalls, proficiency with Nagios, Zabbix, Apache and [URL Removed] and manage server infrastructure hosted in core.

  • Expansion of monitoring environment.
  • General network and operations support as and when required.
  • Proactively remain abreast of industry knowledge.
  • Self-study and research to develop both technical and soft skills.
  • Actively knowledge-share with colleagues.
  • Engineers must be prepared to work after hours, when necessary, both on and off-site.

    • REQUIREMENTS:Qualifications –

    • A Technical Diploma / Computer Science Diploma or Engineering tertiary qualification is an essential requirement.

    Experience/Skills

    • At least 5+ years experience with Linux Servers preferably working with Ubuntu Linux.
    • Knowledge of Networking design, configuration / routing / firewalls.
    • System Monitoring tools (Nagios, Zabbix etc.).
    • Linux (Centos / Ubuntu / Debian).
    • Apache and Bash.
    • Valid drivers license and own reliable transport essential.

    Advantageous

    • Any relevant industry Certifications in addition.
    • Experience in LAMP environment (Linux, Apache, MySQL and PHP).
    • Experience with one or more VoIP and IP Telephony technologies.
    • Automation tools such as Ansible or Puppet.
    • Solution Design.
    • Excellent problem solving and debugging skills with TCP/IP, UDP.

    ATTRIBUTES:

    • Ethical.
    • Integrity.
    • Team Player.
    • Flexible (after hours work required when necessary).

    While we would really like to respond to every application, should you not be contacted for this position within 10 working days please consider your application unsuccessful.COMMENTS:When applying for jobs, ensure that you have the minimum job requirements. OnlySA Citizens will be considered for this role. If you are not in the mentioned location of any of the jobs, please note your relocation plans in all applications for jobs and correspondence. Please e-mail a word copy of your CV to [Email Address Removed] and mention the reference numbers of the jobs. We have a list of jobs on [URL Removed] Datafin IT Recruitment – Cape Town Jobs.

    Desired Skills:

    • Intermediate
    • Linux
    • Engineer

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