linux system engineer jobs in Gauteng

A leading recruitment agency is looking for an IT Systems Administrator based in Johannesburg. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree in Information Technology and 3-5 years of experience with Red Hat Linux administration, along with skills in troubleshooting IT systems. You will be responsible for installing, testing, and maintaining systems, ensuring high availability and...

Our client is searching for a Systems Engineer (Linux) to join their team in Pretoria (Hybrid) Contract: Permanent (a probation period will apply) Remote working: Half the week remote, the remainder of the week based at the office Working hours: 08h00 – 17h00 Job Purpose: This role is to ensure the stability, integrity, and efficient operation of the in-house information systems that support...

Key Responsibilities - Manage and maintain Linux-based systems (Oracle Linux) across on-prem, Azure, and AWS environments - Perform system updates, patching, and configuration management using Ansible and shell scripting - Monitor system performance, troubleshoot incidents, and ensure high availability - Configure and support services including SSH, NGINX/Apache, cron jobs, and system logging -...

JOB PURPOSE The Senior Linux Systems Engineer will be involved in configuring, maintaining, and administrating the Linux estate including the Kubernetes and Docker solutions. The Senior Linux System Engineer will be involved with determining strategy and will also aid in the lifecycle management of all related technologies from incubation to end of life planning. The role is also responsible for...

Key Responsibilities: - Lead day-to-day technical operations, service delivery, and escalations - Manage and mentor the technical team, driving performance and skills development - Define and enforce technical standards, SOPs, and best-practice architectures - Oversee infrastructure, cloud, security, patching, monitoring, and backups - Plan and deliver client projects, upgrades, and cloud...

Job Overview We are looking for a dynamic and driven individual to take ownership of their role in maintaining, upgrading, and managing a diverse and growing infrastructure environment. You will be asked to explore, evaluate, and implement new software tools and technologies to help automate and simplify processes in order to achieve strategic goals. Some of the key technologies you will be...

A technology solutions firm in Johannesburg is seeking an experienced IT System Administrator to lead troubleshooting, testing, and improvement of their products. The ideal candidate will possess strong networking, Linux administration, and scripting skills, with a proactive approach to problem-solving. Key responsibilities include testing software releases, diagnosing technical issues, and...

Plan and Set Up Systems Infrastructure - Implement validated patches and updates - Configure web service platforms - Implement VMs according to business/product requirements - Define and allocate IP addresses - Plan and report on VM host capacity - Diagnose system faults Maintain High Availability of Systems Infrastructure - Identify system evolution and improvement requirements - Identify,...

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A global payments technology firm is seeking a Senior Platform Engineer to provide technical support for Linux Operating systems and platforms. In this senior-level role, candidates will work with Oracle Enterprise Linux and KVM virtualization, and will assist with configuration management using tools like Chef and Ansible. Strong problem-solving and communication skills are essential, alongside...

* Develop and maintain automation playbooks to streamline system administration tasks.* Utilize configuration management tools (e.g. Ansible, Satellite) to manage infrastructure.* Implement and manage CI/CD pipelines for system updates and deployments.* Identify, test and deploy latest products related to the platform in line with operational requirements.* Develop innovative products and...

A leading software development company in Johannesburg is seeking a Senior Linux Engineer to design and manage enterprise-grade Linux systems in diverse environments. You will be responsible for automating deployment processes and ensuring optimal system performance. Candidates must have 5–7+ years of experience in Linux engineering along with strong skills in automation and scripting. This role...

Engineer, Cyber Security (Linux Engineer) Job Overview Business Segment: Group Functions Location: ZA, GP, Johannesburg, 30 Baker Street We are seeking a Linux Engineer with expertise in cyber security to automate data ingestion systems, operate and monitor the group's Cyber Security Operational Centre (CSOC), and support incident response and threat hunting activities. Experience or interest...

A leading technology recruitment firm in Johannesburg is seeking a skilled Server/Field Engineer to manage and optimize server and network environments for clients. The ideal candidate will have over 3 years of experience in server administration, expertise in both Windows and Linux environments, and familiarity with cloud platforms and monitoring tools. This role offers a salary range of R20,000...

Qualifications - Bachelor's degree or equivalent in Information Technology or related (or equivalent work experience) - Seasoned demonstrated experience in a similar role gained within a similar information technology environment - Non-negotiable skillset and experience in red hat Linux administration: - Between 3-5 years' experience working on Linux. - Preferable to have exposure to: ZVM...

A prominent banking institution is seeking a Senior Linux Technical Lead to oversee the design, implementation, and maintenance of Linux-based systems. The ideal candidate will coach a team of administrators, ensure system reliability and security, and develop automation playbooks. Extensive experience in Linux system administration, strong leadership skills, and proficiency in scripting...

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Key Responsibilities - Manage and maintain Linux-based systems (Oracle Linux) across on-prem, Azure, and AWS environments - Perform system updates, patching, and configuration management using Ansible and shell scripting - Monitor system performance, troubleshoot incidents, and ensure high availability - Configure and support services including SSH, NGINX/Apache, cron jobs, and system logging -...

Job Overview We are looking for a dynamic and driven individual to take ownership of their role in maintaining, upgrading, and managing a diverse and growing infrastructure environment. You will be asked to explore, evaluate, and implement new software tools and technologies to help automate and simplify processes in order to achieve strategic goals. Some of the key technologies you will be...

The client is looking for an experienced Linux/Cloud Engineer to help migrate, test and troubleshoot virtual machines from a large physical server farm to Google Cloud Platform and AWS. The ideal candidate will have strong experience in deploying Linux/Open Source infrastructure solutions on-premises or in the cloud. This role requires exceptional technical skills with great attention to detail,...