EMPLOYMENT TYPE:
Permanent
COMPANY:
A large retail chain based in Cape Town.
LOCATION:
Cape Town
WORKING MODEL:
Hybrid (3 days in office, 2 days remote)
JOB OVERVIEW:
The company is a vibrant IT firm dedicated to providing value-driven solutions for its client. Company culture is paramount, emphasising pride in work, and respect for colleagues, partners, and the community. Collaborative decision-making is a cornerstone, and the company is committed to fostering a healthy work-life balance. This is achieved in an environment where enjoyment and fun are prioritised.
DESCRIPTION OF POSITION:
The client is looking for a dedicated and motivated Linux Automation Engineer with over 2 years of experience. This position involves designing, implementing, and managing Linux-based systems and infrastructure to ensure server stability, security, and performance. The role requires handling automation and configuration tools to support application deployment.
Key duties include:
- Developing and maintaining automation scripts and tools using languages like Bash and PowerShell.
- Automating tasks such as deployments, configuration management, and system monitoring to reduce manual effort, minimise errors, and boost system performance.
- Playing a vital part in advancing continuous improvement and innovation within the infrastructure.
KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS:
Key Performance Areas:
- Design, deploy, and support Linux within server environments.
- Ensure system reliability and high availability.
- Automate tasks and enhance efficiency.
- Offer hardware support for servers.
- Provide support for VMware systems.
- Optimise system performance in batch processing environments.
- Maintain comprehensive documentation related to systems and processes.
Key Competencies:
- Ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams.
- Good problem-solving skills.
- Strong communication skills.
- Analytical thinking.
- Attention to detail.
- Report writing skills.
- Ability to perform under pressure.
- Effective time management skills.
- Eagerness to take ownership of projects and drive them to successful completion.
- Commitment to providing excellent support and service to internal and external customers.
- Willing to work overtime and be on standby occasionally.
- Valid unendorsed driver's licence (code 8 minimum).
- Willing to travel between sites.
QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED:
- Tertiary qualification or a related field, or equivalent work experience.
- Linux certification is essential.
EXPERIENCE REQUIRED:
- At least 2 years of Linux experience in a server environment.
- A year or more of VMware experience.
- A year or more of experience building highly automated environments.
- A year or more of experience with Bash and PowerShell.
- Preferably a year or more of experience with HP and Dell hardware.
- Preferably a year or more of experience with CA AutoSys.
- Preferably some knowledge of Cloud technologies.
ADVANTAGEOUS SKILLS:
- Windows certification will be an advantage.
**Please note: If you have not heard from us within 2 weeks, please consider your application unsuccessful.
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