Desired Skills and Experience

  • Server hardware troubleshooting and replacement
  • OS level diagnostics and resolution
  • Hardware lifecycle management from deployment to recycling
  • Off-shift support for special projects, quarterly maintenance or coverage for other shifts
  • Growth of technical skills to greater depth and width
  • Develop and maintain automation solutions
  • Hardware lifecycle management from deployment to recycling
  • Creation and maintenance of technical documentation
  • Change management planning, execution and reporting
  • Knowledge of Oracle Linux, RedHat or CentOS platforms
  • Knowledge of Solaris and other Unix systems.
  • Strong knowledge of development utilising Python and bash/shell scripting
  • Familiarity with coding using other languages
  • Foundation networking knowledge
  • Experience installing, configuring, and maintaining Linux desktops or servers
  • Good technical knowledge of current network hardware and standards
  • Ability to conduct research into technical issues and products as required
  • Hands-on hardware and software troubleshooting experience
  • Strong documentation skills and an aptitude to mentor others
  • Strong understanding of the organization’s goals and objectives
  • Good written and oral communication skills
  • Good interpersonal skills
  • Ability to present ideas in business-friendly and user-friendly language
  • Highly self-motivated and directed
  • Keen attention to detail
  • Proven analytical and problem-solving abilities
  • Ability to effectively prioritize and execute tasks in a high-pressure environment
  • Strong customer service orientation
  • Experience working in a team-oriented, collaborative environment
  • Certification(s) in Linux administration on any distribution
  • Experience installing, configuring, and maintaining Linux, Linux services, and Linux networking
  • Abilities with operating systems such as Windows, Solaris, HP-UX, AIX and Mac OS X
  • Experience with virtualization frameworks such as Oracle VM Server, VirtualBox, Xen or VMWare ESX
  • Experience and knowledge of Oracle Application Express
  • Analytical skills and familiarity of Oracle Business Intelligence
  • Lifting and transporting of moderately heavy objects (50 lbs), such as servers and peripherals
  • Must hold a full, valid UK driving license
  • Must hold a valid Passport
  • Be able to travel between sites in the UK and within the European Union.