The Role: We’re recruiting a Linux Systems Engineer for a day-rate contract supporting critical systems within a large-scale telecommunications environment. This role is suited to senior Linux engineers who prefer hands-on delivery roles and are comfortable operating and improving production platforms in service-provider network environments. The Responsibilities: Engineering and supporting systems used to operate and support network services; Deep Linux (RHEL) administration, troubleshooting and optimisation; Automating build and configuration using Ansible and Python; Supporting virtualised and container platforms (VMware / OpenShift); Providing L3 production support for business-critical systems; and Working closely with network and systems engineering teams. The Requirements : Strong senior-level Linux (RHEL) experience; Experience supporting systems in a telco / ISP environment; Hands-on Ansible automation experience; Working knowledge of Python; Solid understanding of TCP/IP networking; and Comfortable working in production, high-availability environments. How to Apply For more information or a confidential discussion please call Danny White at u&u on 02 8245 7931 quoting reference number 43971 . At u&u Recruitment Partners, we value diversity, equity and inclusion. We welcome applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with diverse cultural and linguistic backgrounds and people with disability. Should you require reasonable adjustments or have a preferred method of communication throughout the recruitment process, we encourage you to make a request via adjustments@uandu.com or phone the above-mentioned u&u consultant to discuss. In response to these requests, we will collaborate closely with you to implement the appropriate adjustments. Additionally, for a barrier-free and inclusive online experience, you can access u&u’s opportunities using accessibility software Recite Me at https://www.uandu.com/jobs. Please submit your resume in Word format only.