About this role
Salary: £104,000 - 143,000 per year
Requirements: We are seeking an experienced UNIX Engineer with strong commercial experience administering Oracle Solaris environments.We need hands-on expertise with LDOM (Logical Domains) configuration and management.We require experience supporting Oracle T-Series servers, including T5, T7 and T8.We are looking for a proven background delivering UNIX migration and upgrade projects.We need experience implementing and supporting resilient cluster technologies.We require a solid understanding of UNIX networking, storage and security.We need strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills within enterprise environments.Oracle Solaris certifications or equivalent UNIX qualifications are desirable.Experience working within large-scale enterprise or government environments is desirable.Automation and scripting experience using Shell, Python or similar technologies is desirable.Knowledge of infrastructure automation and system optimisation is desirable.Applicants must hold, or be eligible to obtain, SC Security Clearance.Applicants must be a sole UK British National; dual nationality cannot be considered.Candidates must be comfortable working within highly secure environments handling sensitive information. Responsibilities: We will administer, support and maintain Oracle Solaris environments across enterprise infrastructure.We will configure and manage Logical Domains (LDOMs) on Oracle T-Series hardware.We will deliver UNIX migration and upgrade projects with minimal service disruption.We will design, implement and support high-availability clustering solutions.We will monitor system performance and proactively resolve complex technical issues.We will work closely with infrastructure, application and project teams to deliver integrated solutions.We will ensure systems remain compliant with security standards and operational best practices.We will produce and maintain technical documentation where required. Technologies: HardwareSupportOraclePythonSecurityUnix More:
We are a specialist technology recruitment partner supporting the delivery of critical programmes across the Defence, Government and National Security sectors. This is a high-profile contract opportunity inside IR35 for an experienced UNIX Engineer supporting complex enterprise infrastructure within a secure environment. The role is on-site in Barrow-in-Furness, and candidates should be able to commute or relocate as required. We support inclusive recruitment and welcome applicants from all backgrounds.
last updated 31 week of 2026