Unix/Linux Engineer - Manchester

Unix/Linux Engineer – Manchester

Reference Code: -en_GBContract Type: PermanentProfessional Communities: Cloud Infrastructure Management

About the job you\’re considering

We are seeking a Unix/Linux Support Engineer responsible for maintaining and supporting our Unix/Linux-based systems, providing timely technical support, and resolving incidents to ensure system reliability. The ideal candidate will have experience in Unix/Linux system administration, troubleshooting, and scripting, with a customer-focused approach to issue resolution.

This role will require you to be on site in Barrow-In-Furness 5 days per week.

If you are successfully offered this position, you will go through a series of pre-employment checks, including: identity, nationality (single or dual) or immigration status, employment history going back 3 continuous years, and unspent criminal record check (known as Disclosure and Barring Service)

Your role

• The Unix/Linux Support Engineer will monitor, maintain, and support Linux/Unix systems in production and development environments, promptly addressing incidents, service requests, and changes according to established SLAs.
• This role includes performing routine system checks, patching, and updates to maintain optimal performance and security, while responding to system alerts and implementing corrective measures to minimize downtime.
• The Engineer will work with end-users to troubleshoot issues with software, hardware, network connectivity, and applications, providing clear guidance and resolutions.
• They will assist in managing user accounts, permissions, and file systems, and maintain system security by enforcing best practices and responding to vulnerability alerts.
• In addition, the Engineer will write and maintain documentation of support processes, incident resolutions, and known issues for efficient knowledge