Summary: The Unix Architect role is a 6-month contract position based in Edinburgh, focused on providing architectural expertise in UNIX/Linux systems within a leading banking client. The position requires extensive experience in system administration, hybrid cloud architectures, and containerization technologies. The successful candidate will join an existing team and contribute to strategic problem-solving and leadership within the financial services sector.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide architectural expertise in UNIX/Linux systems administration and architecture.
• Collaborate with the existing team to enhance enterprise-level UNIX/Linux systems.
• Implement and manage hybrid cloud architectures and technologies.
• Utilize containerization technologies and microservices architectures effectively.
• Develop and maintain automation tools and scripting solutions.
• Ensure compliance with financial industry regulations and standards.
• Lead strategic problem-solving initiatives within the team.
• Communicate effectively with stakeholders and team members.

Key Skills:

• Experience in UNIX/Linux system administration and architecture.
• Experience in a senior architectural role within the financial services industry.
• Strong hands-on experience with enterprise-level UNIX/Linux systems (e.g., Red Hat Enterprise Linux, Oracle Linux, IBM AIX).
• In-depth knowledge of hybrid cloud architectures and technologies (e.g., AWS, Azure, Google Cloud Platform).
• Experience with containerization technologies (e.g., Docker, Kubernetes) and microservices architectures.
• Proficiency in scripting languages (e.g., Bash, Python, Perl) and automation tools (e.g., Ansible, Puppet, Chef).
• Solid understanding of network protocols, storage systems, and database technologies.
• Familiarity with financial industry regulations and compliance requirements (e.g., PCI-DSS, SOX, GDPR).
• Strong problem-solving skills and ability to think strategically.
• Outstanding communication and leadership abilities.

Salary (Rate): undetermined

City: Edinburgh

Country: UK

Working Arrangements: inside IR35

IR35 Status: inside IR35

Seniority Level: undetermined

Industry: IT