Linux Cloud Compute Operations Engineer

🔥 HOT JOB ALERT – Linux Cloud Compute Operations Engineer (LCCO) – Tier 2 🔥 📍 Melbourne CBD | Hybrid (2–3 days per week in the office) Financial Services Company 💼 Permanent, Full-Time 💰 $100K–$115K base + super (maximum $115K base + super) Primary Focus Provide advanced operational support for Linux-based cloud compute environments, including patching, configuration management, troubleshooting, and automation. Act as the primary operational layer for Linux systems, ensuring stability, compliance, and resilience across production and non-production environments. The role also encompasses support for middleware, messaging, database, cloud services, and virtualization technologies. Core Responsibilities Linux Patching & ComplianceExecute and validate RHEL patching cycles.Generate and share snapshots for patching validation.Ensure post-certification checks and compliance reporting.Controlled Change ExecutionPerform changes in lower and production environments with strict adherence to “Do Not Reboot” directives for sensitive servers.Coordinate with global teams during patching windows.Automation & ScriptingDevelop and maintain utility scripts for Linux operations.Manage GitHub pull requests for script changes and reviews.Implement automation using Ansible for patching and configuration tasks.Incident ManagementOwn all Linux-related incidents, lead troubleshooting during major outages, and provide root cause analysis.Support incidents involving MQ, Apache/Tomcat, Oracle Exadata, and AWS services.Data ManagementHandle production data copy requests and ensure timely delivery to downstream systems.Vendor CoordinationEngage with hardware vendors for diagnostics and log collection during escalations.Middleware & Dependency HandlingAddress patching dependencies for components such as SiteMinder, Oracle client, Apache/Tomcat, and MQ.Monitoring & ReportingShare patching progress reports and compliance dashboards with stakeholders.Validate patching success across multiple environments.CollaborationWork closely with database, middleware, and security teams during patching and incident resolution.Participate in regional team discussions for change planning and incident updates. Minimum Requirements Strong Linux administration skills (RHEL focus), including system configuration and performance tuning.Proven experience in enterprise patching cycles and compliance frameworks.Proficiency in GitHub for code reviews and script management.Ability to troubleshoot under pressure during major incidents and lead technical bridges.Familiarity with ServiceNow or similar ITSM tools for change and incident workflows.Strong communication skills for global coordination and vendor engagement.Hands-on experience with MQ, Apache/Tomcat, Oracle Exadata, AWS services, VMware, Nutanix, and Ansible or similar technologies. Desired Competencies Advanced shell scripting and exposure to Python for automation.Understanding of middleware dependencies (SiteMinder, Oracle client, MQ, Apache/Tomcat).Networking fundamentals (DNS, routing, OSI layers) and Linux storage management.Performance and capacity management for Linux systems.Familiarity with IAM principles and secure file transfer protocols.Experience in global operations and high-blast-radius incident handling. Nice to Have Hardware diagnostics and vendor engagement experience.CI/CD integration for Linux patching automation.Awareness of resilience strategies for critical infrastructure.Exposure to hybrid cloud environments and orchestration tools. 📩 Interested? 📩 Apply via LinkedIn or send your CV to c.thum@cipherrecruit.com.au or contact Charmaine Thum on 0439 320 538 for a confidential discussion.