Senior Consultant - Linux Administrator

Senior Consultant - Linux & Automation

£45k- £65k

Crawley

We are seeking a passionate and skilled Senior Consultant - Linux & Automation to lead the design and delivery of Linux-based automation solutions for our client in West Sussex. This role will be hybrid working. They offer a competitive salary of £45k-£65k, alongside excellent benefits, including a very strong bonus (10-30%), 29 days holiday (progressing up to 33), medical and dental coverage, and more.

This position is ideal for Linux enthusiasts who have a background in system administration, scripting (Bash, Perl, Python), and automation tools, and are ready to step into a more strategic and impactful role. Our client seeks inventive and creative techies that want to learn, grow and contribute to their project.

Key Responsibilities:

• Project Leadership: Manage the planning and successful delivery of large-scale Linux and automation projects, ensuring client objectives are met with innovative and effective solutions.
• Design and Architecture: Develop scalable, secure Linux systems using Infrastructure as Code (IaC) tools such as Terraform and Ansible.
• Technical Implementation: Configure Linux environments, deploy Zabbix monitoring systems, and create automation scripts to optimise infrastructure operations.
• Client Engagement: Serve as the primary contact for clients, understanding their needs and delivering tailored solutions with exceptional service.
• Cross-Disciplinary Collaboration: Work alongside teams in infrastructure, networking, cloud (AWS), virtualisation (Nutanix), and storage to deliver comprehensive solutions.
• Mentorship: Support junior team members by providing technical guidance and fostering professional growth.

What We're Looking For:

• Proven experience in Linux system administration and scripting (Bash, Perl, Python).
• Hands-on expertise with Zabbix for monitoring and tools like Terraform and Ansible for automation.
• Familiarity with Git for version control and collaboration.
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to engage effectively in client-facing roles.
• A proactive and adaptable approach to problem-solving and evolving technologies.
• Experience in cross-functional collaboration across domains such as cloud (AWS), virtualisation (Nutanix), and storage.
• Passion for mentoring and sharing knowledge within a team.

This role offers a fantastic opportunity to advance your career while working on cutting-edge Linux and automation solutions. If you are a Linux enthusiast ready to take the lead, we'd love to hear from you!

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