Systems Engineer (Solaris)

SUMMARY:
Are you a seasoned Systems Engineer with strong experience in UNIX and Solaris environments and enterprise file transfer technologies? This is an exciting opportunity for a technically strong professional who enjoys working in stable, business‑critical systems within a collaborative and forward‑thinking team.

POSITION INFO:
Our client is a well-established organisation that delivers reliable and secure technology solutions to its clients. They are expanding their technical team and are looking for a Systems Engineer (Unix/Solaris/Connect:Direct environments) to support, maintain, and optimise their core infrastructure.

Why Should You Work For This Company?:

• Stable, permanent role in a business‑critical IT environment
• Hybrid working model based in Pretoria East (Faerie Glen)
• Exposure to specialised UNIX/Solaris and Connect:Direct technologies
• Collaborative team culture that values quality, accountability, and continuous improvement

• Manage and maintain UNIX and Solaris operating systems, including patching, updates, and system monitoring
• Administer and configure Connect:Direct (NDM) environments for secure file transfer operations
• Monitor system performance, troubleshoot issues, and perform performance tuning
• Manage user access, roles, permissions, and compliance with security policies
• Develop and execute backup and recovery plans to ensure system availability
• Maintain technical documentation and produce operational reports

• Education:
  • Relevant IT qualification
  • UNIX / Solaris certification (minimum requirement)
• Experience:
  • 5–10 years’ experience in a Systems Engineer or systems administration role
  • Hands‑on experience in UNIX and Solaris environments
  • Proven experience with Connect:Direct or similar file transfer technologies
  • Experience working in enterprise or production environments
• Skills:
  • UNIX and Solaris systems administration
  • Connect:Direct administration (advantageous)
  • Scripting skills (Shell, Perl or similar)
  • Understanding of networking fundamentals and security protocols
  • Backup and recovery solutions experience
• Non‑Negotiables:
  • Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities
  • Willingness to work flexible or erratic schedules when required
  • Strong attention to detail and problem‑solving ability
  • Excellent communication skills