At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead the design and delivery of enterprise virtualisation platforms in secure environments.
- Company: Join a diverse and inclusive tech community focused on innovative solutions.
- Benefits: Competitive daily rate, hybrid work model, and opportunities for professional growth.
- Other info: Embrace a dynamic role with excellent career advancement opportunities.
- Why this job: Make a real impact by shaping cutting-edge virtualisation technology.
- Qualifications: Strong experience with Oracle Linux KVM and documentation skills required.
The predicted salary is between 60000 - 75000 £ per year.
Location: Farnborough (hybrid, 1-3 days onsite per week)
Contract Length: 12 months
Rate: £630 per day (Inside IR35)
Hours: 37.5 per week
Clearance: Active SC required (NPPV3 preferred or willingness to undergo)
Overview
We're looking for an experienced Oracle Linux KVM Specialist / Architect to lead the end-to-end design, build and delivery of enterprise virtualisation platforms in secure, highly regulated environments. This is a senior, hands-on role with ownership across architecture, implementation, and transition into service.
Key Responsibilities
- Act as the SME for Oracle Linux KVM and Oracle Linux Virtualization Manager (OLVM)
- Own architecture and design across virtualisation platforms, including clusters, hosts and networking
- Produce high-quality HLD and LLD documentation covering architecture, security, and operational models
- Lead build, configuration, and deployment of KVM/OLVM environments
- Define standards across security hardening, patching, monitoring and resilience
- Design and implement high availability, disaster recovery, and live migration solutions
- Collaborate with infrastructure, security and application teams to ensure integration and supportability
- Support governance, assurance and technical design reviews
- Drive implementation, migration, and operational readiness planning
Key Skills & Experience
- Strong hands-on experience with Oracle Linux KVM and OLVM
- Proven track record producing HLD and LLD documentation
- Deep understanding of KVM stack (qemu-kvm, libvirt, VDSM)
- Strong Linux administration and platform hardening experience
- Experience designing large-scale virtualisation platforms
- Knowledge of storage (NFS, iSCSI, Fibre Channel) and networking (VLANs, bonding, bridging)
- Experience with HA, DR, live migration and VM lifecycle management
- Automation skills (e.g. Bash, Python, Ansible, APIs)
- Experience working in secure or regulated environments
Desirable
- Experience with oVirt and self-hosted engine deployments
- Migration experience from legacy hypervisors
- Exposure to Oracle database or middleware platforms
Reasonable Adjustments: Respect and equality are core values to us. We are proud of the diverse and inclusive community we have built, and we welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and perspectives. Our success is driven by our people, united by the spirit of partnership to deliver the best resourcing solutions for our clients. If you need any help or adjustments during the recruitment process for any reason, please let us know when you apply or talk to the recruiters directly so we can support you.
Oracle Linux KVM Infrastructure Engineer (SC Cleared) employer: Sanderson Recruitment
Join a forward-thinking company in Farnborough that values innovation and collaboration, offering a hybrid work model that promotes work-life balance. As an Oracle Linux KVM Infrastructure Engineer, you'll be part of a diverse and inclusive team dedicated to excellence, with ample opportunities for professional growth and development in a secure, highly regulated environment. Enjoy competitive rates and the chance to lead impactful projects while contributing to a culture that prioritises respect and equality.
