Linux Infrastructure Engineer

Recruiter:

Network Recruitment

Job Ref:

BIT004632/Cha L

Date posted:

Friday, July 18, 2025

Location:

Johannesburg, South Africa

SUMMARY:
Our client is seeking a skilled Linux Engineer with extensive experience in IT infrastructure support, system administration, and cloud technologies. The ideal candidate will have strong expertise in Linux (Ubuntu), Windows Server, virtualization (Hyper-V/VMware), and Azure, along with scripting knowledge for automation and troubleshooting.

This role involves maintaining, optimizing, and securing our server infrastructure while ensuring high availability and performance. You will collaborate with IT teams to resolve complex technical issues and implement best practices for system reliability.

POSITION INFO:

Qualifications & Skills:

Required:

5+ years of IT support/system administration experience.
Strong expertise in Linux (Ubuntu) administration (installation, configuration, troubleshooting).
Experience with Windows Server (Active Directory, DNS, DHCP, Group Policy).
Hands-on experience with Hyper-V and/or VMware virtualization.
Basic to intermediate scripting skills (PowerShell, Bash, or Python).
Familiarity with Microsoft Azure (IaaS, networking, security).
Strong troubleshooting skills across OS, network, and storage layers.

Preferred (Bonus Skills):

Certifications: RHCE, Microsoft Azure Administrator, VMware Certified Professional (VCP).
Experience with configuration management tools (Ansible, Puppet, Chef).
Knowledge of containerization (Docker, Kubernetes).
Understanding of CI/CD pipelines and DevOps practices.

Key Responsibilities:

System Administration & Support:

Manage, configure, and maintain Linux (Ubuntu) and Windows Server environments.
Administer virtualization platforms (Hyper-V/VMware) for optimal performance and scalability.
Perform system monitoring, troubleshooting, and root cause analysis for infrastructure issues.
Ensure system security through patches, updates, and compliance with industry standards.

Cloud & Automation:

Deploy and manage resources in Microsoft Azure (VMs, networking, storage).
Automate repetitive tasks using PowerShell or other scripting languages.
Assist in cloud migration and hybrid infrastructure management.

Collaboration & Documentation:

Work with cross-functional teams to resolve escalated IT issues.
Maintain detailed documentation for system configurations, processes, and procedures.
Provide technical guidance and mentorship to junior team members.

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