Linux DevOps Engineer – Graduate to Senior
Near Reading
£30-55k + Bonus + Benefits
In this role the Linux DevOps Engineer will work closely with the Software team to design, implement, test, monitor and maintain a Linux development pipeline that allows for efficient delivery of our clients embedded Linux based products.
The role will be responsible for capturing requirements and designing automated solutions that decrease our time to market. The ideal candidate will have a strong and demonstrable understanding of Linux for both servers and embedded systems and experience in automating software development workflows. Integrating and communicating with Windows based systems is also desirable.
Knowledge, Skills and Experience
• Linux - Thorough understanding of the Linux platform (preferably Debian GNU/Linux) and configuration management systems. Proven expertise in advanced Linux system administration
• Embedded Platforms - Experience of Buildroot or Yocto. Understanding of the C/C++ compilation process and its impact on DevOps
• Automation - Experience with using tools to deploy and automate software testing on embedded platforms
• Dashboarding - Experience with tools to monitor and report the health of our software
• Python / Bash - Experienced in scripting in Python and Bash
• Git - Able to use source control tools
• Testing - Understands the need for testing, demonstrates ability to write unit and system tests effectively (in their own technical specialities)
• Documentation - Document DevOps architectures and pipelines
• Communication & Team Working - Can communicate and work effectively with other team members and other teams throughout the business to achieve project deliverables.
A Degree in Engineering or Science subject (e.g. Electrical, Electronic Engineering, Computer Science, Physics, Maths) would be desirable
Benefits include:
• 25 days holiday
• Excellent Pension
• Life Assurance x6
• Health Cover
• Bonus - PRP (not guaranteed but has paid up to 20%)
• Hours of work are 8.30 – 5pm (flexitime available)