Linux Engineer 6-month contract London Outside of IR35

The Linux Engineer will play a central role in upgrading servers to Ubuntu 24.04 LTS while implementing stringent CIS Level 2 security standards across a diverse and business-critical environment.

The Linux Engineer will work closely with applications troubleshooting compatibility issues, identifying why hardened configurations break services, and delivering secure, practical solutions. The environment includes core banking systems, identity platforms, middleware, containerised workloads, and legacy applications, so adaptability and problem-solving are key.

Skills needed from the Linux Engineer:

• Strong Linux administration experience (Ubuntu preferred), including system internals and security
• Experience upgrading to Ubuntu 24.04 from an older version
• Advanced automation skills using Ansible and Bash scripting
• Hands‑on experience with system hardening ...