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# Sr Linux Automation & Platform Engineer (Python/Ansible)

- **Company:** Randstad UK
- **Location:** London, UK
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Salary:** £75,400.0 - £98,800.0
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Bash Shell, Command-Line Interface, Computer Networks, Linux, Domain Name System (DNS), Python (Programming Language), Linux Servers, Networking Basics, Red Hat Enterprise Linux, Ansible, TCP/IP, Transport Layer Security, Load Balancing, Terraform, Big Ip
- **Published:** October 1, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.reed.co.uk/jobs/sr-linux-automation-platform-engineer-python-ansible/57411782

## About the Role

We are looking for a Senior Linux System Administrator who thrives on high-performance environments and loves automating infrastructure. In this role, you will manage large-scale Linux systems, eliminate manual work with Python and Ansible, and ensure seamless network traffic flow across critical financial systems., * Deep Linux Expertise: Expert command-line skills (Red Hat / RHEL preferred).

 * Strong Scripting & Automation: Hands-on experience with Python, Bash, and Ansible (Terraform is a plus).
 * Networking Fundamentals: Solid grasp of TCP/IP, HTTP/S, SSL certificate handling, and DNS.
 * Bonus: Prior exposure to F5 BIG-IP or experience in banking/financial services environments.

## Description

* Linux Systems Admin: Keep core Red Hat / Linux server infrastructure fast, secure, and resilient.
 * Automation: Write clean scripts and playbooks in Python, Bash, and Ansible to automate repetitive tasks and system deployments.
 * Network & Traffic Management: Manage load balancing, SSL, and network traffic across F5 BIG-IP and core TCP/IP infrastructure.
 * Troubleshooting: Diagnose and resolve complex infrastructure performance issues under high-pressure conditions.


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