3rd Line Linux Engineer

Job title: Senior Linux Engineer Location: Stevenage Salary: £60k Candidate must be willing and eligible to go through SC security clearance for this role I am looking for a Senior Linux Engineer for a client of mine who are a leading IT systems integrator operating within the UK defence sector. You will be part of a critical defence project delivering superior Linux Support alongside a group of skilled experts, each contributing across multiple contracts to ensure robust Linux solutions. Responsibilities As a Senior Linux Engineer, you will leverage your background with Linux-based clusters to support a high-performance computing platform aligned with rigorous security standards. Strong stakeholder management and customer skills, willing to work onsite. Ambitious and committed to personal growth. Automation-focused, eager to enhance scripting (BASH, Python, Ansible).Required Skills & Experience Red Hat Certified Engineer or equivalent experience. Strong stakeholder management and communication skills Strong intra and inter team communication skills Strong experience with Linux administration and support across several different distributions Experience with Linux in an integrated Windows / Active directory environment Experience with Linux automation systems such as Ansible Experience with Linux scripting across several different languages - preferably Bash, Python and at least one otherRole Benefits Career Development: Be part of a team that values continuous learning. Skill Growth: Work with diverse technologies across various contracts. Collaboration: Join a skilled, supportive team, mentoring colleagues and solving complex challenges