Linux Systems Administrator

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System Administrator Linux & Networking Location: Cambridge
Employment Type: Permanent
Sector: Technology / Engineering

Our client, an innovative technology company with a highly technical user base, is seeking an experienced System Administrator with deep Linux and networking expertise to support, maintain, and optimise their on-premise infrastructure.
This is a hands-on role suited to someone who enjoys both solving complex system challenges and collaborating across engineering teams. Youll work with modern hardware environments and contribute to architectural decisions around infrastructure, virtualisation, and cloud.
Key Responsibilities Manage the full lifecycle of Linux servers (specification, procurement, installation, configuration, and maintenance)

Operate and ensure the reliability of on-premise networking infrastructure

Monitor system performance, diagnose issues, and drive continuous improvements

Support decision-making around on-prem vs cloud hosting architecture

Work closely with software and hardware engineering teams to enable reliable operations

Apply updates, patches, and secure configurations following best practices

Manage user accounts, permissions, and access control policies

Deliver backup and recovery processes to safeguard data integrity and availability

Maintain clear documentation for processes, configurations, and troubleshooting

Respond to helpdesk requests and provide specialist Linux support to end-users

Keep current with emerging tools, standards, and best practices in Linux system administration

Requirements Extensive experience as a System Administrator in a commercial environment

Strong proficiency with Linux (preferably Debian/Ubuntu)

High level expertise with CLI and shell tools

Solid networking knowledge including IEEE802.3, IEEE802.11, IPv4, IPv6 and security fundamentals

Proven troubleshooting and analytical ability across complex environments

Comfortable working independently in a technically advanced environment

Able to work from Cambridge office at least 3 days per week (5 preferred)

Degree or HND in Computer Science / IT preferred (or equivalent professional experience)

Nice to haves: Experience with monitoring and observability tools (e.g. Prometheus, Grafana, Icinga)

Familiarity with Cisco Meraki / Catalyst networking equipment

Experience with virtualisation platforms (VMware, Proxmox etc)

Understanding of cloud technologies

Basic scripting (Bash / Python)

Exposure to backup solutions and disaster recovery processes

Who This Suits This role is ideal for a technically strong Linux specialist who thrives in a fast-paced, engineering-led environment. You will be supporting users who expect high uptime, strong performance, and rapid troubleshooting from their infrastructure stack.

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Location:
Great Shelford
Salary:
£85,000
Job Type:
FullTime
Category:
IT

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