Unix / Linux Systems Engineer

Job Overview

We are seeking an experienced Unix / Linux Systems Engineer to support and maintain enterprise server infrastructure within a mission-critical operating environment.

The role will focus on the administration, trouble shooting and ongoing reliability of Unix and Linux platforms, including Red Hat Enterprise Linux, Solaris, AIX and SUSE . You will support day-to-day infrastructure operations, system changes, incident resolution, patching and service continuity activities while ensuring agreed service levels are maintained.

Key Responsibilities

Unix / Linux Administration

• Administer and maintain enterprise Unix and Linux server environments.
• Provide operational support across RHEL, Solaris, AIX and SUSE platforms.
• Perform system maintenance, configuration, patching and software package deployment across test, pre-production and production environments.
• Support Red Hat Cluster and Oracle Solaris Cluster environments.
• Investigate server and application-related issues and perform root cause analysis.
• Troubleshoot infrastructure-related third-party applications and coordinate with vendors where escalation is required.

Incident & Change Management

• Provide Level 1 and Level 2 support for Unix/Linux infrastructure incidents.
• Respond to system incidents, security alerts and operational issues, ensuring appropriate resolution and stakeholder communication.
• Execute infrastructure changes according to established change-management procedures.
• Track operational changes and provide timely progress and status updates.
• Support corrective actions to maintain agreed service levels.

Business Continuity & Operations

• Support backup, restoration and disaster recovery activities to maintain service availability.
• Participate in infrastructure continuity and recovery exercises.
• Assist with audit activities and follow up on identified findings.
• Maintain accurate system, operational and support documentation.
• Work with internal teams and external vendors to resolve infrastructure issues.

Requirements

• Diploma or higher qualification in Information Technology, Computer Science or a related discipline.
• Minimum 3 years of hands-on experience supporting Unix/Linux systems within an enterprise environment.
• Strong administration experience in one or more of the following:
• Red Hat Enterprise Linux
• Oracle Solaris
• IBM AIX
• SUSE Linux

• Hands-on knowledge of Red Hat Clustering and Oracle Solaris Clustering .
• Experience with scripting languages or tools such as Perl, Ruby and AWK .
• Familiarity with SolarWinds or similar infrastructure monitoring solutions.
• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving capabilities.
• Understanding of incident, change and service management processes.
• Exposure to Windows Server, Active Directory and Group Policy will be an advantage.

Please send your detailed resume in MS Word format to resume@goldtecHRs.com with

• Education Level
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• Each employment background
• Reason for leaving each employment
• Last drawn salary
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