Linux Systems Administrator

Senior Systems Administrator | Linux , RedHat , Ansible and VMWARE

UK | Remote | Full-Time

Must be within 90mins of Slough

We’re looking for a highly experienced Senior Systems Administrator to take the lead on managing and optimising our IT infrastructure — with a strong focus on Linux automation, and enterprise-grade system performance.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Administer and monitor enterprise systems, ensuring high availability in a Linux environment.
• Lead and manage a VMware virtualised environment: upgrades, provisioning, and performance tuning
• Automate infrastructure using tools like Ansible, PowerShell, or Bash
• Implement robust backup and disaster recovery strategies
• Enforce security measures, conduct audits, and ensure compliance
• Troubleshoot complex system issues and support continuous improvement
• Document system configurations and generate performance reports

What You’ll Bring

• 6+ years in systems administration or infrastructure engineering
• VMware experience (upgrade, provisioning, tuning)
• Strong skills in Ansible and other automation/scripting tools
• Solid Linux/Windows OS knowledge
• Experience with Red Hat Satellite and patching infrastructure
• Excellent problem-solving and communication skills
• Relevant certifications (VCP, MCSA, RHCE, etc.) are a plus

What We’re Looking For

• Proactive mindset with strong ownership and accountability
• Adaptable, collaborative, and eager to learn
• Confident decision-maker who thrives under pressure
• Strong ethical conduct and a team-first attitude

Why Join?

You’ll have the chance to work in a high-impact role where your technical expertise directly supports innovation, resilience, and growth. This is an opportunity to shape and secure the backbone of a modern IT environment.

Salary: GBP 43200 - 72000 per year

Experience: 5 years required