At a Glance
- Tasks: Support and maintain Redhat Linux servers while collaborating on exciting projects.
- Company: Join Boeing Defence UK, a leader in innovative technology.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, generous leave, health plans, and continuous learning opportunities.
- Other info: Be part of a diverse team with excellent career growth potential.
- Why this job: Make a real impact in a dynamic environment with cutting-edge technologies.
- Qualifications: Experience with RHEL 8/9 and automation tools like Ansible.
The predicted salary is between 63000 - 77000 £ per year.
This post is for a Linux Engineer to join the Infrastructure Team and will be jointly responsible for the day-to-day support and maintenance of the Redhat Linux server estate. The team provides support to multiple programmes of work, including Ministry of Defence Information Services (MoD IS).
This is a hands-on role whereby the successful candidate will need to have experience in RHEL 8 and 9 operating systems with an appreciation of other related Infrastructure technologies including networking, storage, Virtualization and HCI platforms. There will be the requirement to work with other teams to ensure the smooth delivery of Projects and identify opportunities for improvement through automation techniques. This includes monitoring the Service Management tool for Incidents, Problems, Service Requests and Change tasks to ensure we are improving the quality and adherence to contractual SLA and KPI requirements of the programme within Boeing Defence UK (BDUK).
Responsibilities:
- RHEL 8 & 9 enterprise implementation and support.
- Perform patching, software implementations, and upgrades to our Linux estate.
- Support the delivery of automated Infrastructure.
- Perform and automate patching and monitoring activities.
- Work closely with other teams across the business to improve efficiency.
- Fault diagnosis including problem statements and mitigation planning.
- The successful candidate will be expected to be part of a 24x7 on-call team and provide extended hours support via a team Rota.
- Service and application Migration activities (RHEL & OCP).
- Provide input and design review to ensure best practice implementation of container platforms and automation toolchains.
- Being on the On-call rota being on-call roughly 1 in 5.
Basic Qualifications (Required Skills/Experience):
- Ability to gain UK SC clearance.
- Hands-on experience with OpenShift upgrades, installations, and configuration (ideally managed large scale migration and deployments).
- Knowledge of container monitoring tools and metrics.
- Troubleshooting and performance tuning experience.
- Experience of automation techniques and toolchains (Ansible, Ansible Tower, Gitlab Jenkins).
- Experience in a UNIX and Redhat [RHEL 8 & RHEL 9] administration role.
Preferred Qualifications (Desired Skills/Experience):
- DevOps/CI/CD process architecture/engineering experience.
- Containerisation experience (Openshift, Docker, Podman).
- Ansible Automation Platform (AAP).
- Redhat Certification RHSA or RHCE.
- Fluency in at least one scripting language such as Ruby, PowerShell, Python or Java.
- Experience of working within a secure and high availability environment.
Employer will not sponsor applicants for employment visa status. Relocation: This position does not offer relocation. Candidates must live in the immediate area or relocate at their own expense.
The Boeing benefits package goes above and beyond, focusing on your physical, emotional, financial and social well-being. Here's a snapshot of what we offer:
- Competitive salary and annual incentive plans.
- Continuous learning - you'll develop the mindset and skills to navigate whatever comes next.
- Success as defined by you - we'll provide the tools and flexibility, so you can make a meaningful impact, your way.
- Diverse and inclusive culture - you'll be embraced for who you are and empowered to use your voice to help others find theirs.
- 23 days plus UK public holidays and a Winter Break between Christmas and New Year.
- Pension Plan with up to 10% employer contribution.
- Company paid BUPA Medical Plan.
- Short Term Sickness: 100% pay for the first 26 weeks.
- Long Term Sickness: 66.67% of annual salary from 27th week.
- 6x annual salary life insurance.
- Learning Together Programme to support your ongoing personal and career development.
- Access to Boeing's Well Being Programs, tools and incentives.
- Excellent parental leave.
Language Requirements: Not Applicable.
Education: Not Applicable.
Relocation: Relocation assistance is not a negotiable benefit for this position.
Security Clearance: This position requires the ability to obtain United Kingdom Security Check.
Visa Sponsorship: Employer will not sponsor applicants for employment visa status.
Contingent Upon Award Program: This position is not contingent upon program award.
Shift: Not a Shift Worker (United Kingdom).
Summary Location: GBR - Bristol, UK; GBR - Milton Keynes, UK. Type: Full time.
Linux System Administrator in Milton Keynes employer: Boeing
Boeing is an exceptional employer, offering a dynamic work culture that fosters collaboration and innovation in the aerospace sector. Located in Bristol, employees benefit from a vibrant city life while engaging in meaningful projects that enhance safety in aviation. With ample opportunities for professional growth and development, Boeing is committed to empowering its workforce to lead impactful initiatives in a supportive environment.
