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Sian Gaffney and Alexandra Hoek
Linux Systems Engineer – Sandton
| Location: | Johannesburg |
| Type: | Permanent |
| Reference: | #GZ60412 |
| Company: | E-Merge IT Recruitment |
Our client is a cutting-edge digital production studio at the forefront of media, technology, and creativity. They build and manage high-performance platforms, orchestrate large-scale media assets, and deliver seamless digital experiences to top-tier clients across industries. As they scale, they're looking for a Linux systems Engineer to anchor the stability, performance, and security of their Linux-based infrastructure.
This is a high-impact role for someone who thrives in fast-paced environments and loves working across development, media tech, and cloud engineering teams. You’ll own the infrastructure, solve critical challenges, and ensure that media operations run like clockwork.
What you’ll do:
Install and upgrade Linux software across servers and workstations
- Set up and manage Linux file systems, user accounts, and access control
- Maintain and troubleshoot mail gateway systems (Postfix, Zimbra)
- Manage Nginx reverse proxies, load balancers, SSL certs, and scripting
- Support media processing, high-volume storage, and telephony (Vicidial/Bria)
- Leverage ansible for automation and system management
- Monitor and optimise system performance
- Provide after-hours support for urgent Linux environment issues
What you’ll need:
- Degree in computer science/engineering or relevant Linux certification
- Proven experience as a Linux Systems Engineer in production environments
- Strong command-line and scripting capabilities
- Experience with Nginx, MySQL, SSL, and backup/storage management
- Knowledge of OTRS/Znuny ticketing systems (bonus)
- Familiarity with Vicidial/Bria telephony systems (bonus)
- Exceptional troubleshooting and analytical skills
Location: Sandton / Johannesburg (on-site or Hybrid)
Salary: R780,000 per annum (negotiable based on experience)
Reference: GZ60412
Ready to own and optimise the systems powering premium digital experiences?
Contact Garth at az.oc.egrem-e@zhtrag or 011 463 3633 to explore this opportunity.
E-Merge IT Recruitment is a specialist tech talent agency focused on placing developers, engineers, and architects across South Africa’s most exciting businesses. Visit www.e-merge.co.za for more roles.
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Posted on 07 Jul 15:25, Closing date 5 Sep
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