Senior SysOps Engineer

MK Recruit
Belfast, United Kingdom
3 days ago

Role details

Contract type
Permanent contract
Employment type
Full-time (> 32 hours)
Working hours
Regular working hours
Languages
English
Experience level
Senior

Job location

Remote
Belfast, United Kingdom

Tech stack

Secure Shell (SSH)
Amazon Web Services (AWS)
Azure
Bash
Cloud Computing
Linux
DevOps
Virtual Private Networks (VPN)
Python
Linux System Administration
Linux Servers
Network Architecture
Network administration
Remote Access Technology
Ansible
Prometheus
Server Administration
Scripting (Bash/Python/Go/Ruby)
Grafana
Firewalls (Computer Science)
Containerization
Kubernetes
Docker

Job description

We're looking for an experienced Senior Systems Administrator to join our international team. You'll manage Linux environments, optimize network infrastructure, and support clients across NORAM, EMEA, and APAC.

This role combines technical leadership, hands-on administration, and client collaboration - ideal for someone who enjoys autonomy and variety in a global environment.

What You'll Do

  • Deploy, configure, and maintain Linux servers in production and staging environments
  • Manage network infrastructure and secure remote access (SSH, VPNs, firewalls)
  • Implement and improve server monitoring, maintenance, and automation
  • Troubleshoot system and network performance issues
  • Collaborate with DevOps and IT teams to support critical systems
  • Document infrastructure and mentor team members
  • Participate in on-call rotation for system support

Requirements

Do you have experience in VPN?, * Advanced Linux administration skills

  • Intermediate to advanced network administration experience
  • Strong background in server monitoring, maintenance, and automation
  • 5-7+ years relevant industry experience in a similar senior role
  • Excellent communication and client-facing skills
  • Experience with tools like Prometheus, Grafana, or Ansible is a plus
  • Cloud experience (AWS/Azure), scripting (Bash/Python), or containerization (Docker/Kubernetes) desirable

Benefits & conditions

  • Hybrid working - 2-3 days in office
  • Global project exposure and travel opportunities
  • 25 days annual leave + 5 personal leave days
  • Pension, private health cover, parental leave
  • Birthday leave + weekly coffee events

Beonic values diversity, inclusion, and growth. If you're passionate about systems, networks, and solving complex global challenges - we'd love to hear from you.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

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