Senior Linux Engineer

Join a forward-thinking organisation in a critical technological role where your expertise will drive infrastructure excellence. As a Senior Linux Engineer and Administrator, you will be responsible for developing, managing, and optimising Linux and Red Hat solutions that ensure high availability, security, and performance across the organisation's digital ecosystem. Working within a hybrid environment across multiple regions, you'll collaborate with dispersed teams and leverage your technical prowess to deliver innovative, secure, and reliable solutions that support essential services and operational goals.

• 12 month contract with another 2x12 months extension option.
• role is open to ACT,QLD,WA,VIC,NSW,SA & TAS
• Open to Australian citizens with ability to obtain a Baseline clearance
• Paxus pays weekly

Required Skills

• Tertiary qualifications in Information Technology or relevant industry experience
• 5+ years’ experience in IT engineering, Linux system design, deployment, or support
• Deep knowledge of Red Hat Enterprise Linux (RHEL) management, security policies, and performance optimisation
• Proven ability to design, document, and maintain complex Linux infrastructure solutions
• Strong scripting and automation skills using Bash, Python, or similar languages
• Experience with automation tools, monitoring solutions, and incident management
• Certifications such as RHCE, RHCSA, RHCA, SCA, or SCE are highly desirable
• Self-motivated with excellent collaborative skills to work effectively within a remote, geographically dispersed team
• Ability to obtain and maintain Baseline Security Clearance

Nice to Have Skills

• Experience with enterprise architecture and Linux security frameworks such as ISM and Essential 8
• Knowledge of cloud environments, containerisation, and virtualisation technologies
• Familiarity with scripting languages for automation and system integration
• Experience leading or supporting major upgrade projects, vulnerability management, and enterprise initiatives

Preferred Education and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree or higher in Information Technology, Computer Science, or related fields
• Extensive practical experience in Linux system engineering, ideally within government or large enterprise setting.

Take this opportunity to utilise your Linux expertise in a role that values innovation, security, and service excellence. Submit your application now and become a vital part of a team committed to technological excellence and impactful service delivery!

To be considered for the role click the 'apply' button or for more information about this and other opportunities please contact Irina Alrogi on +61 (0)2 6151 9203 or email: ialrogi@paxus.com.au and quote the above job reference number.

Paxus values diversity and welcomes applications from Indigenous Australians, people from diverse cultural and linguistic backgrounds and people living with a disability. If you require an adjustment to the recruitment process, including the application form in an alternate format, please contact me on the above contact details.