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Linux Engineer

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  • R01 per month
  • Permanent Junior position
  • Cape Town
  • Posted 14 Nov 2025 by Recru-it
  • Expires in 11 days
  • Job 2626644 - Ref PE011398

About the position

Linux Engineer
We are looking for a talented and motivated Linux Engineer to join our dynamic team. In this role, you will be responsible for managing and optimizing our Linux-based systems, ensuring high availability, performance, and security.
 
Responsibilities

  • Administer and maintain Linux servers, ensuring optimal performance and uptime
  • Implement and monitor security measures to protect sensitive data and systems
  • Troubleshoot and resolve system issues, performing root cause analysis as needed
  • Automate repetitive tasks using scripting languages such as Bash or Python
  • Collaborate with development teams to enhance CI/CD processes and improve deployment strategies
  • Document system configurations, processes, and procedures for internal knowledge sharing

 
Required:

  • 2+ years of experience in Linux system administration
  • Proficient in shell scripting and automation tools
  • Strong understanding of networking protocols and services (TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP, etc.)
  • Experience with monitoring tools
  • Familiarity with virtualization technologies (VMware, KVM, etc.)

 
Technical Skills and Relevant Technologies

  • Deep expertise in Linux distributions (CentOS, Ubuntu, Red Hat, etc.)
  • Understanding of database systems (MySQL, PostgreSQL) and web servers (Apache, Nginx)
  • Knowledge of security best practices and experience implementing them

 
Required Qualifications:

  • Education: IT Diploma or relevant certifications

Desired Skills:

  • MYSQL
  • PostgresSQL
  • Nginx

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About the agency

Recruit IT Recruitment IT Recruitment and Talent Sourcing Specialists Offices in Cape Town and Port Elizabeth as well as Consultants working remotely across the country Telephone number 087 805 8536 www.recru-it.co.za >recru-it* COMPANY PROFILE Certified at a BEE Procurement Recognition Level of 110% >Introduction* >recru-it*was established in August 2005 & specializes in and focuses on the full spectrum of positions within the IT and other sectors. We focus our approach on delivering a superior service to both our client and candidate, in all portfolios and phases throughout the Recruitment process, supporting real transformation within the IT Industry and other sectors through ethical and transparent business practices >Value added services* • Advertising Client Roles • Screening Applications • CV searches • Head Hunting Candidates • CV Selection • Labour Broking • Pay structure advice for client & candidate >Additional services on request* • Personal Reference checks • Credit checks • Criminal checks • ID checks • Academic checks • Qualification checks >Placements portfolio* • Software Engineering & Development • I.T. Solution Sales and Strategic Sales • Sales & marketing • Finance and Insurance • HR • Engineering • Administration / Office Management • Healthcare • FMCG • Warehousing / Logistics • Telecommunications • Training and Development • Executive and senior level placements • ERP & CRM Consultants • Project Management & Administration • I.T Executive Management • Business Analysis • Business Intelligence • Consulting • Network Engineering • Support • Testing • Product Support Specialists   >Operational structure * >recru-it*uses a flat open structure in our approach  Each consultant takes personal ownership for each client request. The consultants are account managers with their respective clients ensuring professional and personal interaction at all times.  Our team supports each other in an interactive, transparent manner to deliver highest quality candidates on each specification, thus ensuring a fast and effective turnaround time to fulfill your every labour requirement. >recru-it*was established in August 2005. Carbon foot print  We practice a 90% paperless environment as most of our duties are internet and electronic. >BEE Profile*  >recru-it*is owned by 2 individuals with 8 additional staff members • 50 % of the business is owned by a black person. • 50% of the business is women owned.  >recru-it*has been officially & precisely rated according to our company structure. • We have been certified at a BEE Procurement Recognition Level of 110%. • Enterprise development – on site as well as external training courses for staff ensuring continuous skill improvement. • Corporate Social Investment – we do not have a formal CSI policy, but we do annual donations.

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