About the job

We are a $13+ billion global technology company, home to more than 224,000 people across 60 countries, delivering industry-leading capabilities centered around digital, engineering, cloud, and AI, powered by a broad portfolio of technology services and products.HCLTech is a globally recognized leader in the Tech and IT industry, but we’ve never forgotten the startup mindset that got us here. We’ve always approached our work with an idea-first attitude because every one of our accomplishments —no matter how big or small —can be traced back to an idea’s single spark.It’s that spark —that inner drive —that sets our people apart from our competitors. It enables us not just to pull off game-changing feat after game-changing feat but to better our world in the process. We want you to find your spark. Because that’s what drives you to be better, be more and ultimately, be more fulfilled.

Job Title - Unix EngineerLocation - London or BirminghamType of Role - Fixed term contract 1 YearMode of Working - 3 days onsite in a week

Role SummaryDesign, test and certify Unix patching solutions and platform enhancements.

• Key ResponsibilitiesDrive platform stability, security and compliance objectives.
• Execute patching, upgrades, vulnerability remediation and validation activities.
• Collaborate with engineering, operations, security and business stakeholders.
• Support governance, reporting, audit readiness and continuous improvement.
• Implement automation and operational best practices where applicable.

Required ExperienceUnix, Linux, Patch Engineering, Automation

• Preferred SkillsEnterprise-scale operations experience, stakeholder management, automation mindset, strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities.

• BenefitsA supportive, diverse, and global team with a brilliant culture.
• Competitive compensation and benefits that includes up to 20 days’ vacation per year, various insurances like Term life and Business Travel insurance. These are apart from the statutory benefits applicable in the country. Employee benefits are regulated by an internal policy that contains full details regarding the entitlement and conditions for the benefits as per the law of the land.
• Great opportunities to make the role your own, upskill yourself and get involved with exciting projects.
• Total Wellbeing is our focus. Alongside your professional excellence, you join the likeminded colleagues to create a larger impact within the company and society at large in your chosen area of passion - CSR Council, Diversity Council, Women Connect, Sparks – Engagement Champion to name a few.
• To know more about us visit – www.hcltech.com
• For more information on how we process your personal data, please refer to HCLTech’s Candidate Data Privacy 

Linux Server Administration, CentOS, Ubuntu, AlmaLinux, Windows Server, VPS and Dedicated Server Provisioning, KVM, OpenVZ, Virtualizor, OpenStack, WHM/cPanel, Apache, Nginx, DNS Management, IP Routing, Load Balancing, iptables, CSF, UFW, firewalld, SSH Hardening, RAID, LVM, JetBackup, rsync, Backup and Disaster Recovery, Cron Jobs, Bash Scripting, Git, Log Analysis, Performance Monitoring, Incident Management, SLA Compliance, ITSM Best Practices, AI Tools and Automation