via reed · 26 May 2026 ·10 days ago

Linux Systems Administrator

ADLIB
Bristol Full-time GBP 40,000 – 45,000
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Market-leading EdTech SAAS business in Bristol is looking for a Linux Systems Administrator to join their team. Working remotely (but coming into Bristol office 5 days per month), you’ll be part of an experienced and supportive agile team working across 2 very successful products used by over 50 UK higher education establishments.

What skills you’ll be needing

  • Strong Linux Sysadmin skills (particularly Ubuntu / Debian flavours).

  • Automated Provisioning (Ansible).

  • Knowledge of TCP/IP networking and security practices.

  • Solid scripting skills (bash / python / php / powershell / ruby).

  • Version control: Git / Github.

  • Experience as a Linux Sysadmin, DevOps Engineer or related software engineering role.

  • Experience of technical documentation writing.

  • Experience monitoring SaaS systems running in the cloud.

  • Wide knowledge of operating system administration, programming languages, cloud platform deployment and networking.

What you’ll be doing

They’re looking for someone with a strong experience in Linux systems administration and support. They need someone who can handle on-call incident response and management alongside day-to-day monitoring and infrastructure planning, testing and development. You will be familiar with modern frameworks and be responsible for deploying, automating, maintaining and improving the running of backend infrastructure. You’ll be responsible for providing centralised, end-to-end management of the SaaS platform, security, and operations. You’ll also be responsible for building, maintaining and documenting internal tools used by the development and implementation teams.

What you’ll get in return for your talents

The role will bring excellent learning and career development opportunities (training budget included) as well as the chance to play a key role in the development of first-class software. You can expect a competitive salary (to £45K), pension, latest kit, private medical insurance, team breakfasts, eye tests, cycle to work scheme, social events, fundraising activities and others.

What’s next

Like the sound of the role? Send in your CV now for immediate consideration.

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