Requirements

• Strong hands-on experience with Linux systems, particularly RHEL and Ubuntu
• Deep knowledge of Linux internals, such as boot process, kernel modules, filesystems, and package management
• Experience with Infrastructure as Code (Ansible) and broader automation practices
• Knowledge of eBPF for observability, performance analysis, and security enforcement is a strong plus
• Strong programming skills, preferably in Python

What you'll be doing

• Building, releasing, and maintaining core Linux OS images across the estate
• Developing provisioning and lifecycle management systems, including PXE boot, kickstart, and cloud-init
• Applying Infrastructure as Code practices, primarily using Ansible, to automate deployments
• Leading vulnerability response, including CVE triage and kernel and package remediation
• Improving observability and telemetry to track OS health, provisioning, and compliance

Perks and Benefits

• Highly competitive compensation plus annual discretionary bonus
• Lunch provided (via Just Eat for Business) and dedicated barista bar
• 30 days' annual leave
• 9% company pension contributions
• Informal dress code and excellent work/life balance
• Comprehensive healthcare and life assurance
• Cycle-to-work scheme
• Monthly company events