Full time

Linux System Engineer

Posted by Professional Recruitment Australia • Australia, Victoria, Australia

📍 Australia, Victoria 🕒 February 28, 2026

About the Role

Linux System Engineer
12-Month Contract Role
Location: Clayton, VIC (Onsite - 5 Days per Week)
Australian Citizenship Required
 
This is an onsite contract opportunity for an experienced IT professional with strong Linux fleet management expertise in scientific, research, or industrial environments.
Key Responsibilities

  • Manage and support enterprise Linux environments (RHEL/Debian)
  • Datacenter and field system configuration
  • Patch and lifecycle management
  • Support scientific controls and instrumentation
  • Maintain documentation and collaborate with technical stakeholders

Essential Experience

  • 5+ years in IT
  • Linux fleet management (RHEL/Debian)
  • Strong command-line skills (Python, Bash)
  • Networking fundamentals
  • Experience in universities, research, utilities, oil & gas, or transport
  • Strong communication skills
  • ...

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