Senior Linux Engineer Full Time

KO2 Embedded Recruitment Solutions LTD

Role: Senior Linux Engineer

Location: Fully Remote – Must be UK based

Type: Full-time

Salary: Up to 65,000 + Benefits

Are you a Linux expert ready to take your skills to the next level in a fully remote, technically advanced environment? We are looking for a Senior Linux Engineer to join a leading Linux services and support consultancy, helping clients across sectors build, scale, and secure mission-critical systems.

In this role the successful Senior Linux Engineer will be responsible for designing, deploying, and troubleshooting robust Linux-based environments-often in complex or high-availability configurations, whilst also providing consultancy-level support and expertise to a wide range of organisations

As a key part of a highly skilled technical team, you’ll deliver Linux infrastructure solutions and support for a diverse range of clients. Expect to work with:

• Linux distributions: Debian, Ubuntu, Red Hat Enterprise Linux
• Web stacks: Apache, Nginx, MySQL, PostgreSQL, PHP, Python
• Networking: Static/dynamic routing, DNS, VPNs, and firewalls
• Containers & automation: Docker, Kubernetes, and CI/CD pipelines
• Cloud platforms: AWS, Azure, and Google Cloud
• Infrastructure: High-availability clusters, Pacemaker, filesystem replication, hybrid cloud environments, remote desktops
• Internal tools: Request Tracker (RT), MediaWiki, Icinga, and other custom utilities

Skills and Experience Required:

• Proven experience in Linux system administration and automation
• Strong background in web and database technologies in production environments
• Solid understanding of networking concepts and security best practices
• Practical experience with container technologies (Docker, Kubernetes)
• Familiarity with one or more cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP)
• Confidence in diagnosing and solving infrastructure problems
• Ability to communicate technical solutions clearly to both technical and non-technical audiences
• Experience mentoring or teaching junior engineers
• Previous consultancy or client-facing experience is a plus, but not essential

Why Apply?

• Fully remote – work from anywhere in the UK
• Work for a dedicated Linux consultancy where open-source and engineering excellence are core values
• Exposure to a wide range of industries and technical challenges
• A team culture that supports continuous learning and deep technical development
• Opportunities for training, certification, and technical leadership
• Competitive salary and benefits

If you’re looking for a role where your Linux expertise makes a real difference and where no two projects are the same, apply today with an up to date CV.

Our client is unable to sponsor Visa candidates for this role and a background check will be part of the interview process.