Linux Systems Administrator

SUMMARY:
An innovative technology solutions, including intelligent document processing company in Pretoria is looking for a Linux Systems Administrator

POSITION INFO:
Position: Linux Systems Administrator
Location: Pretoria | Type: Full-time | Experience: Minimum 3 years

Overview:
Company is seeking a skilled and proactive Linux Systems Administrator with strong Docker expertise to join our technical operations team. You will be responsible for the installation, maintenance, and support of our AI-powered document processing platform on both client servers and cloud environments.

Key Responsibilities:

• Install, configure, and maintain the compnay on Linux-based servers using Docker containers.
• Monitor system performance, conduct regular backups, and ensure high availability and security.
• Provide Tier 2/3 technical support for the company system infrastructure across various deployment environments.
• Support AI inference server setup and deployment of machine learning models.
• Manage mail server configurations and integrate the platform with third-party systems.
• Collaborate with development and support teams to troubleshoot and optimise performance.
• Utilise Git for version control, deployment, and collaboration in system configuration and automation.
• Implement best practices in system hardening, patch management, and automation (e.g., scripts, CI/CD pipelines).

• Minimum 3 years of hands-on Linux systems administration experience.
• Proficiency in Docker and container orchestration.
• Experience with Git in collaborative development and deployment environments.
• Familiarity with cloud platforms (e.g., AWS, Azure, or GCP) and virtualised infrastructure.
• Working knowledge of mail systems (e.g., Postfix, Sendmail) and enterprise integration protocols (REST APIs, SFTP).
• Background in document/image processing systems, IDP platforms, or similar technologies is a strong advantage.
• MacOS experience is beneficial.