About Company
Hiring.zycto is actively seeking a highly skilled Linux System Administrator to fortify our remote engineering team. We’re an agile, innovation-centric technology company committed to developing robust and scalable solutions that drive global business success. For a Linux professional, this presents a unique landscape rich with opportunities to architect critical infrastructure, deploy advanced automation, and resolve complex technical puzzles. We foster a culture of continuous improvement and teamwork, providing a platform where your expertise in system integrity and performance is not only recognised but fundamental to our mission. Be part of a team where your technical contributions directly influence our global impact and technological evolution.
Job Description
Are you a seasoned Linux System Administrator with a passion for building, maintaining, and optimising robust, scalable, and secure Linux environments? Hiring.zycto is expanding its remote team and seeking a dedicated professional to take ownership of our critical server infrastructure. This fully remote role offers the flexibility to work from your preferred location within the UK, collaborating with a distributed team of engineers and developers.
As a Linux System Administrator, you will be instrumental in ensuring the high availability, performance, and security of our Linux-based systems. You’ll work across various distributions, including Ubuntu, CentOS, and Alpine, leveraging your expertise in scripting, automation, and cloud technologies. Your daily responsibilities will involve proactive system monitoring, incident response, capacity planning, and implementing security best practices. We are looking for someone who thrives on solving complex problems, automating repetitive tasks, and staying ahead of the curve with emerging technologies. This is more than just keeping the lights on; it’s about continually improving our infrastructure, implementing new solutions, and providing expert-level support to our development teams. You will have the opportunity to influence architectural decisions, introduce new tools and processes, and contribute to a resilient and efficient operational environment. If you’re excited by the prospect of contributing to a fast-paced, innovative tech company and want to make a tangible impact from day one, we encourage you to apply.
Key Responsibilities
- Design, implement, and maintain highly available and scalable Linux server infrastructure.
- Perform proactive monitoring, troubleshooting, and resolution of system issues to ensure optimal performance and uptime.
- Automate routine operational tasks using scripting languages (Bash, Python) and configuration management tools (Ansible, Puppet, Chef).
- Manage and maintain virtualisation platforms (e.g., VMware, KVM) and cloud environments (e.g., AWS, Azure, GCP).
- Implement and enforce security policies, best practices, and patching strategies for all Linux systems.
- Manage network services (DNS, DHCP, VPN) and firewall rules.
- Oversee backup and disaster recovery solutions.
- Provide technical support and guidance to development and QA teams.
- Participate in on-call rotation for critical incidents.
- Document system configurations, processes, and procedures.
Required Skills
- 5+ years of experience as a Linux System Administrator or DevOps Engineer.
- Expertise with multiple Linux distributions (Ubuntu, CentOS/RHEL, Alpine).
- Proficiency in shell scripting (Bash) and at least one other scripting language (Python, Ruby, Perl).
- Strong understanding of networking concepts (TCP/IP, DNS, VPN, Firewalls).
- Experience with configuration management tools (Ansible, Puppet, Chef).
- Familiarity with virtualisation technologies (VMware, KVM, Docker).
- Experience with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, or GCP).
- Solid understanding of security best practices for Linux systems.
- Excellent problem-solving and communication skills.
Preferred Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field.
- Relevant certifications (e.g., LPIC, RHCE, AWS Certified SysOps Administrator).
- Experience with CI/CD pipelines (Jenkins, GitLab CI).
- Knowledge of monitoring tools (Prometheus, Grafana, Nagios).
- Experience with containerisation and orchestration (Docker, Kubernetes).
- Familiarity with databases (MySQL, PostgreSQL, MongoDB).
- Previous experience in a fully remote work environment.
Perks & Benefits
- Fully remote work model with flexible hours.
- Competitive salary and performance bonuses.
- Generous paid time off and public holidays.
- Private health and dental insurance.
- Home office setup stipend and internet allowance.
- Budget for continuous learning and professional development (courses, certifications).
- Opportunity to work with cutting-edge technologies.
- Collaborative and supportive team environment.
- Regular virtual team-building events.
How to Apply
Ready to make an impact with your Linux expertise? Please click on the application link below to submit your resume and cover letter. We look forward to hearing from you and discussing how your skills align with our innovative team!
