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# Linux Engineer

- **Company:** NTT DATA
- **Location:** Birmingham, UK
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Ubuntu (Operating System), CentOS, Linux, Middleware, Identity and Access Management, Lightweight Directory Access Protocols (LDAP), Network Service, Red Hat Enterprise Linux, SUSE Linux Enterprise Servers, Virtualization Technology
- **Published:** October 11, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.apply4u.co.uk/jobs/linux-engineer/51276479

## About the Role

Hands on experience and detailed technical knowledge of supporting Linux operating system technologies gained in a hands-on technical support role.Demonstrable and in-depth experience of administering several of the following: RHEL (all versions), SLES Linux, CentOS (all versions), Ubuntu and Debian.Demonstrable experience with LDAP/BIND Administration.Understanding of network services, storage, virtualisation, identity and access management within Linux environments.Able to create and develop shell scripts.Knowledge of and experience in deploying and managing security and system patching, using tools such as Red Hat Satellite.Experience of supporting middleware or applications running in a Linux environment would be beneficial.Ability to troubleshoot complex, technical, multi-site and multi-disciplinary problems and incidents.Ability to use a Service Desk tool to manage incidents/changes/problems tickets and carry out reporting activity.Ability to work under pressure and to tight
deadlines.Ability to manage conflict/challenges within a working environment..Have or be working towards Professional IT certifications relating or Linux platforms.

## Description

This is a "hands-on" engineering role that requires in-depth knowledge on relevant technologies and operating systems.

The role is expected to provide technical expertise and guidance within the team environment on a daily basis, ensuring that workflow a customer expectation is managed at all times.

You will be responsible for:

Supporting the managed services team in the advanced troubleshooting of incidents within customer environments.Acting as technical resource for major incidents relating to Unix/Linux technologies.Managing incidents and problems appropriately within agreed service levels.Perform technical root cause analysis on reoccurring incidents or major incidents.Assist engagement with projects to ensure delivery of technical solutions are in line with the requirements of the customer.Ensure technical documentation is completed and updated to professional standards.Identify Technical Problems and potential Service Improvements across customer environments.Log calls with third party vendors and manage to resolution, or escalate when necessary.Ensure correct configuration of all technical components and supported technologies within the technical tower.Contribute to delivering technical excellence across the wider Infrastructure teamIdentify, Contribute and work towards the technical and service goals
defined by managed service leadership., We are an equal opportunities employer. We believe in the fair treatment of all our employees and commit to promoting equity and diversity in our employment practices. We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workforce. We actively collaborate with individuals who have disabilities and long-term health conditions which have an effect on their ability to do normal daily activities, ensuring that barriers are eliminated when it comes to employment opportunities. In line with our commitment, we guarantee an interview to applicants who declare to us, during the application process, that they have a disability and meet the minimum requirements for the role. If you require any reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process, please let us know. Join us in building a truly diverse and empowered team.