We are partnering with an international technology provider at Medina Airport to recruit a skilled Unix/Linux Engineer. In this role, you will be responsible for planning, designing, installing, and maintaining mission-critical Unix/Linux systems, storage units, server hardware, and backup solutions across airport terminals. You will ensure 24/7 operational support, maintain high availability, and proactively close security gaps—keeping systems running smoothly and securely.Key ResponsibilitiesSystem Design & Deployment•Plan, design, install, configure, upgrade, migrate, and maintain Linux servers and automation tools (Debian & Red Hat derivatives, Ansible, Satellite, etc.).•Perform feasibility studies to assess Unix/Linux, storage, backup, and virtualization requirements for new airport projects.Infrastructure Management•Administer server, storage, and SAN hardware (setup, management, maintenance).•Implement and manage virtualization and containerization platforms (VMware, OpenShift, Kubernetes, etc.).Performance & Availability•Monitor system performance; perform tuning to optimize resource utilization and responsiveness.•Maintain high availability and redundancy for all business-critical Unix/Linux systems, SAN, backup (Veeam Backup), and VMware environments.Security & Compliance•Identify and close security vulnerabilities within scope of internal/external audits.•Prepare and enforce Information Security Management System (ISMS) documentation.•Follow up on licensing and support agreements to ensure compliance.Backup & Disaster Recovery•Install, configure, and manage backup systems (Veeam); execute and monitor backup activities.•Execute various management tasks and maintain full backup/restore readiness at all times.Capacity Planning & Documentation•Conduct long-term hardware/software upgrade planning; prepare annual capacity forecasts.•Maintain up-to-date documentation for all Unix/Linux infrastructure, backup procedures, and capacity plans.Continuous Improvement & Support•Stay current with emerging technologies; recommend and implement upgrades when needed.•Respond rapidly to ad-hoc requests and incident tickets; produce solutions to resolve issues quickly.•Execute any additional tasks assigned by your manager, ensuring alignment with the job description.
•Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field (or equivalent experience).•Proven experience (5+ years) in designing, installing, and administering Unix/Linux environments.•Hands-on expertise with Debian and Red Hat distributions, Ansible automation, and Satellite.•In-depth knowledge of server, storage, and SAN hardware setup, management, and maintenance.•Virtualization & Containerization: VMware vSphere/ESXi, OpenShift, Kubernetes, or equivalent platforms.•Backup Systems: Experience installing and managing Veeam Backup or similar enterprise backup solutions.•Solid understanding of high-availability cluster configuration, redundancy planning, and disaster recovery processes.•Strong performance monitoring and system tuning skills (Nagios, Zabbix, or equivalent monitoring tools).•Security Focus: Experience identifying and remediating security vulnerabilities; familiarity with ISMS documentation.•Excellent troubleshooting and incident?response abilities; able to produce timely, effective solutions.•Strong written and verbal communication skills in English; proficiency in Arabic is a plus.•Valid Saudi work authorization with no restrictions (Saudi nationals only).Why Join•High-Impact Role: Directly maintain and improve critical airport infrastructure that supports thousands of passengers daily.•Cutting-Edge Technologies: Work with modern Linux distributions, automation tools (Ansible, Satellite), virtualization platforms, and enterprise-grade backup systems.•Professional Growth: Opportunities to lead feasibility studies, plan capacity growth, and propose technology upgrades.•Collaborative Environment: Join a team of experienced engineers, IT specialists, and airport operations professionals committed to excellence and safety.•Competitive Package: Attractive salary and benefits package aligned with industry standards for Saudi nationals.Only Saudi nationals will be considered. Qualified candidates will be contacted for an initial screening and technical assessment.
