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# Senior Linux Engineer

- **Company:** FBSPL
- **Location:** Rickmansworth, UK
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Salary:** £55,000.0 - £80,000.0
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Amazon Web Services, Microsoft Azure, Bash Shell, Cloud Computing, Linux, Linux System Administration, Networking Basics, Ansible, Scripting, Google Cloud, Gitlab, SC Clearance, Infrastructure Automation Frameworks
- **Published:** September 8, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.collegerecruiter.com/job/2840618895-senior-linux-engineer

## About the Role

Eligibility: Must have lived and worked in the UK continuously for the past 4 years (due to security clearance requirements), This position is ideal for someone with a strong technical background in infrastructure who thrives in a hands-on environment and is passionate about delivering robust system solutions., * Minimum 4 years of experience as a Linux Engineer (6+ years preferred)

 * Strong scripting skills in BASH or similar
 * Experience with AWS (developer certification or equivalent experience ideal)
 * Familiarity with cloud platforms like Azure or Google Cloud
 * Basic networking experience (even if limited to cloud-based networks)
 * Excellent attention to detail, self-motivated, and strong problem-solving skills

Education & Clearance Requirements

 * Degree-level education or equivalent experience
 * Must be eligible for UK Security Clearance (i.e., lived and worked in the UK for the past 4 years)

## Description

We are currently seeking a Senior Linux Engineer to join a dynamic and growing IT team. This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced professional to work with the latest technologies in a collaborative and supportive environment. The role is office-based, located just a short walk from Rickmansworth train station, with free parking provided., * Deploy, configure, and maintain Linux-based systems across various distributions

 * Collaborate with the lead system administrator and software team on new solution designs
 * Support server-related tasks company-wide
 * Automate infrastructure and deployment tasks using tools such as Ansible or GitLab runners
 * Work with cloud technologies, primarily AWS, with some exposure to Azure or Google Cloud
 * Ensure optimal performance, scalability, and security of systems
 * Troubleshoot and resolve infrastructure-related issues


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