Unix AIX Engineer

• Install, configure, and maintain IBM AIX and Red Hat Enterprise Linux (RHEL) systems.
• Manage LPARs, VIO servers, and HMCs in IBM Power Systems environments.
• Monitor and optimize system performance across AIX and RHEL platforms.
• Perform OS upgrades, patching, and backup/recovery operations.
• Automate administration tasks using shell scripting, Ansible, or similar tools.
• Collaborate with client stakeholders and internal teams to support business-critical applications.
• Ensure compliance with security and audit requirements.
• Provide on-site technical support and participate in on-call rotations.
• Maintain detailed documentation of system configurations and operational procedures.

We are seeking a highly skilled AIX & Red Hat Linux Engineer to join our team and work on-site with one of our UK-based clients. This role focuses on designing, implementing, and supporting enterprise UNIX/Linux systems in a secure environment. The successful candidate will have strong technical expertise, excellent communication skills, and the ability to engage effectively with stakeholders., * 5+ years of experience in AIX systems administration.

• 3+ years of experience with Red Hat Enterprise Linux (RHEL).
• Strong knowledge of IBM Power Systems, LPARs, and VIO servers.
• Proficiency in shell scripting (Korn, Bash, etc.).
• Experience with automation tools (e.g., Ansible, Puppet).
• Familiarity with SAN storage, networking, and virtualization.
• Excellent customer-facing and communication skills.
• Knowledge of LDAP for authentication and directory services.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a client environment.
• Must hold or be eligible for UK Government Security Clearance.

Desirable Skills

• Python scripting for automation and integration tasks.
• IBM Certified System Administrator - AIX.
• Red Hat Certified System Administrator (RHCSA) or Engineer (RHCE).
• Experience with hybrid cloud environments or containerization (Docker, Podman).
• Familiarity with monitoring tools (Nagios, Zabbix).

Education & Experience

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field (or equivalent experience).
• Demonstrated experience managing both AIX and RHEL environments in enterprise settings.

DXC Technology is a global leader in IT services, helping clients harness the power of technology to thrive in a changing world. We deliver mission-critical solutions that transform businesses, modernize operations, and drive innovation. With a strong presence across industries, DXC partners with organizations to deliver secure, scalable, and resilient IT infrastructure., Join DXC Technology and be part of a team that delivers secure, innovative solutions to some of the most critical IT challenges in the industry. At DXC Technology, we believe strong connections and community are key to our success. Our work model prioritizes in-person collaboration while offering flexibility to support wellbeing, productivity, individual work styles, and life circumstances. We're committed to fostering an inclusive environment where everyone can thrive. Recruitment fraud is a scheme in which fictitious job opportunities are offered to job seekers typically through online services, such as false websites, or through unsolicited emails claiming to be from the company. These emails may request recipients to provide personal information or to make payments as part of their illegitimate recruiting process. DXC does not make offers of employment via social media networks and DXC never asks for any money or payments from applicants at any point in the recruitment process, nor ask a job seeker to purchase IT or other equipment on our behalf. More information on employment scams is available here