Senior Linux Engineer

Haystack United Kingdom
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AI Summary

Drive the infrastructure of a world-class IT services powerhouse. Lead the end-to-end build, configuration, and optimization of Red Hat Enterprise Linux (RHEL) environments. Execute critical system updates, security patching, and server hardening.

Key Highlights
High-impact role driving infrastructure of a world-class IT services powerhouse
Lead end-to-end build, configuration, and optimization of RHEL environments
Execute critical system updates, security patching, and server hardening
Key Responsibilities
Lead the end-to-end build, configuration, and optimization of Red Hat Enterprise Linux (RHEL) environments
Deploy and tune Linux servers including Apache web server configuration and rigorous network connectivity testing
Drive core Linux administration across a global estate, ensuring high availability and system reliability
Execute critical system updates, security patching, and server hardening to maintain a robust security posture
Manage virtual machine (VM) provisioning and infrastructure scaling within a VMware-heavy environment
Technical Skills Required
Red Hat Enterprise Linux (RHEL) administration Linux server builds Apache configuration Ansible for infrastructure automation MariaDB MySQL NGINX load balancing VMware virtualization Core networking principles
Benefits & Perks
Competitive day rate of £450 - £485
Long-term stability with an initial 12-month contract duration
100% Fully Remote working flexibility

Job Description


Linux Engineer | Remote | £450 - £485/day

We're working with a global leader in IT transformation and managed services on this exciting opportunity.

Step into a high-impact role driving the infrastructure of a world-class IT services powerhouse. You will be the go-to expert for Red Hat Enterprise Linux (RHEL) deployments, leveraging automation through Ansible and managing critical web environments powered by Apache and NGINX to ensure peak performance across a massive enterprise estate.

The Role

  • Lead the end-to-end build, configuration, and optimization of Red Hat Enterprise Linux (RHEL) environments.
  • Deploy and tune Linux servers including Apache web server configuration and rigorous network connectivity testing.
  • Drive core Linux administration across a global estate, ensuring high availability and system reliability.
  • Execute critical system updates, security patching, and server hardening to maintain a robust security posture.
  • Manage virtual machine (VM) provisioning and infrastructure scaling within a VMware-heavy environment.

What You'll Need

  • Deep expertise in Red Hat Enterprise Linux (RHEL) administration within large-scale enterprise environments.
  • Hands-on mastery of Linux server builds, Apache configuration, and troubleshooting complex network stacks.
  • Proficiency with Ansible for infrastructure automation and configuration management (IAAS).
  • Technical familiarity with MariaDB, MySQL, and NGINX load balancing to support database and web tiers.
  • Strong background in VMware virtualization and core networking principles for seamless system integration.

What's On Offer

  • Competitive day rate of £450 - £485 (Inside IR35).
  • Long-term stability with an initial 12-month contract duration.
  • 100% Fully Remote working flexibility from anywhere in the UK.
  • Opportunity to work on high-visibility projects for a premier global IT brand.

Apply via Haystack today!


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