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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Linux Engineer - **Company:** Datapath Ltd - **Location:** Derby, UK - **Experience:** Experienced - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Microsoft Azure, Continuous Delivery, Linux, DevOps, Linux on Embedded Systems, Linux System Administration, Network Administration, Virtualization Technology, Delivery Pipeline, Reliability of Systems, Infrastructure Automation Frameworks, Docker, Server Operating Systems & Platforms, Vmware - **Published:** July 12, 2026 - **Apply:** https://uk.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=13f8a8782855ff85 ## About the Role Our ideal candidate is a skilled and motivated Linux Engineer familiar with embedded and server environments who combines strong technical expertise with a proactive, solutions-focused mindset. Comfortable working in a small, multidisciplinary team, they'll take ownership of their work, approach challenges with curiosity and creativity, and balance strategic thinking with hands-on delivery. They are confident in both designing robust infrastructure and ensuring it remains secure, reliable and fit for purpose over time., * Strong end-to-end ownership of embedded Linux-based solutions, from design through to deployment and ongoing support * A proactive approach to security, ensuring systems are hardened and resilient by design * Broad infrastructure knowledge to manage and maintain the DevOps hardware estate * A passion for automation, improving efficiency through monitoring, reporting and DevOps pipelines * Confidence acting as a technical escalation point, with a collaborative approach to knowledge-sharing * Clear and structured communication, including high-quality technical documentation * Analytical thinking, with the ability to translate complex requirements into practical technical solutions * Adaptability and self-motivation, with the ability to manage competing priorities and deliver independently, * How many years of professional Linux engineering experience do you have? * How would you describe your experience with embedded Linux systems? (e.g. extensive hands-on commercial experience, some commercial experience, Academic/personal projects only) * Which of the following have you used professionally? Azure DevOps CI/CD pipelines Docker/Containers VMware/Virtualisation Linux server administration Infrastructure automation Network administration * Do you have either permanent right to work in the UK, or a visa with at least 3 years remaining validity? * What are your salary expectations for this role? ## Description As a Datapath Linux Engineer, you'll play a pivotal role in designing, building and maintaining secure, high-availability AV-over-IP hardware and virtual appliances for enterprise environments. Working across the full product lifecycle, you'll be responsible for creating and managing system images, releases, upgrades and patching, alongside implementing robust security hardening to meet the demands of highly secure embedded systems. Operating within a collaborative, DevOps-focused environment, you'll contribute to the development and ongoing maintenance of build pipelines using Azure DevOps, supporting continuous delivery and system reliability. You'll be using your infrastructure expertise to contribute to the wider infrastructure maintenance across the site, focusing on build and test servers with their associated networking and general configuration. This role offers a broad scope with real ownership, combining hands-on engineering with strategic input. You'll act as a key technical escalation point, working closely with Support to transfer knowledge and ensure long-term maintainability, as well as producing clear, high-quality documentation. 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