Senior Platform Engineer Linux

Senior Platform Engineer (Linux) London / DublinMust have : Linux System administration ( Preferred Red hat Certification) Kubernetes Ansible Puppet Network analysis, tcpdump wireshark Shell Scripting PythonSecondary Skills: SaltStack Ansible Puppet Kubernetes Keycloak Apache python bash Prometheus Grafana SplunkResponsibility: System Administration: Install, configure, and maintain Linux operating systems on both physical and virtual machines. Shell Scripting: Develop, maintain, and enhance shell scripts to automate routine tasks, system configurations, and application deployments. Scripting languages include Bash, Python, Perl, or other relevant scripting languages. Security and Compliance: Implement security measures to protect the Linux infrastructure from vulnerabilities and unauthorized access. Ensure compliance with industry best practices and company policies. Troubleshooting : Identify and resolve system issues, application errors, and performance bottlenecks promptly. Participate in on-call rotations for urgent problem resolution. Backup and Recovery: Develop and execute backup and disaster recovery procedures to safeguard critical data and ensure business continuity. Software Updates and Patching: Apply system patches, updates, and security fixes promptly. Keep the infrastructure up to date with the latest software releases. Performance & Optimization: Optimize system performance through resource monitoring, tuning, and capacity planning. Identify areas for improvement and implement solutions to enhance overall system efficiency. Monitoring and Alerts: Set up monitoring tools to identify system issues proactively and respond to alerts promptly Monitor system logs for unusual activities and security breaches. Design, build, support, troubleshoot & develop technical application infrastructure solutions to meet business requirements in adherence with market standards, processes and best practices and with a high level of innovation, cost-effectiveness, high quality and faster time to market Participate in Proof of Concepts and help the Department with selection of Vendor Solutions, Technologies, Methodologies and Frameworks. Perform problem diagnosis; performance tuning; capacity planning and configuration management. Assure system stability and future compatibility by monitoring production execution of all relevant systems. Design high availability strategies and implement automation to ensure service availability. Performs lead role in reviewing vendor proposals and making recommendations Research and evaluate new technology for possible deployment in client infrastructure. Leads complex initiatives and projects and take accountability for ongoing regional projects as assigned; including responsibility for planning; time and cost control; resource utilization and implementationRequirements: Proven work experience as a Linux Administrator In-depth knowledge of Linux operating systems (e.g., Red Hat, CentOS, Ubuntu) and associated utilities. Strong command over shell scripting languages (e.g., Bash, Python, Perl). Familiarity with automation tools (e.g., Ansible, Puppet, Chef) is a plus. Understanding of networking concepts and protocols (TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP). Familiarity with security best practices, system hardening and patching. Knowledge of virtualization technologies (e.g., VMware, KVM) and cloud platforms (e.g., AWS, Azure) is advantageous. Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail. Ability to work independently as well as in a team-oriented, collaborative environment. Strong communication and interpersonal skills Education and Certifications:BE Relevant certifications like Red Hat Certified Engineer (RHCE), or CompTIA Linux+ are a plus. Systematic knowledge and understanding of network, operating system principles and web middleware. Knowledge in one or more core functions related to web infrastructure design and/or implementation