Linux System Engineer

Professional Recruitment Australia
📍 Australia, Victoria, Australia 💼 Full time 🕒 Posted February 25, 2026

Job Description

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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Job Details

  • Location Australia, Victoria
  • Job Type Full time
  • Category Computer Occupations
  • Posted Date February 25, 2026
  • Application Deadline April 06, 2026