We're seeking an experienced Linux Systems Administrator to join our team who supports our internal systems and infrastructure. Datamine is a leading analytics consultancy who works with businesses across New Zealand and Australia. We empower people to use data analytics – giving people power through the ethical use of technology to make decisions that transform their work, lives, and communities for the better. The objective of this role is to support and improve our existing technical environment, but also engage in future planning and organisation to support the efficient running of infrastructure for Datamine. Main responsibilities Maintain and optimise Datamine's systems and network infrastructure Identify and resolve hardware and network performance issues Engage and contribute to Datamine's long-term technology strategy Investigation of technical issues, the ability to diagnose root causes of issues and plan for long-term resolutions Ensure our data security measures are robust Maintain Datamine's infrastructure, network, and AWS environment Actively manage, improve, and monitor resources in local and cloud (especially AWS), including backups, patches, and scaling Build and maintain hardware and operating systems mainly focused on Linux environments Support and improve Datamine's virtual environments (Virtualisation with VMware) Create and maintain infrastructure documentation Conduct systems monitoring to prescribed SLA's Facilitate backups of Datamine's systems You would fit right in at Datamine if you have: 5 years of experience working in a commercial environment as a Systems Administrator/Engineer or Infrastructure Support role Good understanding of network and security technology and principles Hands-on experience with configuring and maintaining resources in AWS Experience automating cloud-infrastructure, storage back-ups and systems monitoring Strong experience working with AWS, Linux, VMware. Ideally some experience with networks/firewalls, and some Microsoft environments (Windows/O365) Experience improving and implementing processes which make for smooth operation of the technical environment Experience designing, implementing and maintaining systems The ability to be organised and focus on the task at hand Strong logical thinking and problem-solving skills, and the ability to take a methodical approach to solving problems A curiosity for systems and technologies Excellent written and verbal communication skills and bedside manner A genuine passion for all things IT At Datamine you will enjoy: A work environment where you're challenged and supported every day Free lunch every day (yes, there is such a thing!) Work in an exceptionally cool office space A tight-knit team of smart people engaged in advanced analytics and delivering solutions Exceptional work experience with a highly respected company An amazing and diverse company culture Advancement based on merit At Datamine we believe we are better together – so if you are motivated, awesome, and looking for that next step up in your career, we would love to hear from you. To apply, please send your CV and cover letter (yes, we read them all!) to Jesse Whitehouse at ****** Please note, Datamine will be closed over the Christmas/New Year period from 22 December 2023, all applications submitted after this date will be tracked and responded to when we are back in the office in January 2024. #J-18808-Ljbffr
