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# Senior Support Engineer

- **Company:** Searchability
- **Location:** Cheltenham, UK
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Amazon S3, Software Debugging, DevOps, Linux System Administration, OpenShift, Containerization, Kubernetes, Apache Nifi, Splunk, Docker, Elk Stack
- **Published:** September 10, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.collegerecruiter.com/job/2840595828-senior-support-engineer

## About the Role

* Active enhanced DV Clearance (West)
 * Willing to work full-time on-site in Cheltenham when required
 * Proven experience supporting and debugging complex live systems, including log monitoring with tools like Splunk or the ELK stack
 * Proficiency in Linux server administration
 * Experience with technologies such as Apache NiFi, MinIO, and AWS S3
 * Skilled in managing and patching Java and Python applications
 * Familiarity with containerization tools like Docker or Podman and deployment platforms such as Kubernetes or OpenShift
 * Strong ability to manage tasks proactively while adapting to shifting priorities

## Description

* Ensure critical systems remain operational by performing hands-on maintenance, monitoring availability, and implementing DevOps/SRE best practices.
 * Support the development team in resolving issues, mitigating risks, and maintaining accurate documentation of faults and solutions.
 * Maintain critical infrastructure and software and tackle complex challenges to deliver impactful, stable solutions.
 * Work on exciting, varied, mission-critical projects at the forefront of the secure sector.


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