Unix Engineer

Unix Engineer role

This job posting seeks a highly skilled Application System Engineer with experience in UNIX systems, specifically for a critical and demanding financial sector environment. Here’s a summary of the key qualifications and responsibilities:

Qualifications

1. Technical Expertise:
   • Advanced knowledge in AIX or Red Hat Enterprise Linux (RHEL) operating systems.
   • Experience with LPAR AIX installations, PowerVM/VIO (NPIV, SEA), and NIM.
   • Proficiency in managing OpenShift clusters and virtualized environments (95% virtualized RHEL machines).
   • Knowledge of storage arrays for Windows/Linux systems and backup infrastructure (software/hardware).
   • Familiarity with critical applications: Oracle, WebSphere Application Server, IBM Spectrum Protect, and SWIFT.
2. Work Ethic and Skills:
   • Strong autonomy, rigor, and versatility in a high-SLA environment.
   • Capacity to manage the entire project lifecycle, including analysis, installation, testing, release/migration, documentation, and monitoring.
   • Awareness of financial sector standards and user-service expectations.
   • Adherence to security best practices (e.g., OS/application hardening, password management).
3. Soft Skills:
   • Ability to collaborate effectively with colleagues and seek necessary information.
   • Compliance with administrative processes, regular reporting, and team coordination.
   • French language proficiency for meetings, documentation, and communication.
4. Attractive Cost/Skills Ratio: Reflects an emphasis on both technical competence and cost-effectiveness.

Responsibilities

1. System Administration & Maintenance:
   • Manage 320 RHEL machines and Power servers running AIX.
   • Maintain critical applications, middleware, backups, and storage infrastructure.
   • Configure and monitor systems using tools like Nagios.
2. Project Involvement:
   • Contribute to banking projects such as:
     • Installing and implementing banking and web applications.
     • Migrating versions/platforms (OS, apps).
     • Installing third-party tools and scripting solutions.
   • Perform system upgrades, patching, and daily maintenance.
   • Secure systems and ensure compliance with stringent financial industry standards.
3. Documentation & Reporting:
   • Provide thorough documentation of processes, installations, and updates.
   • Regularly report progress and adhere to set schedules.