System Engineer - Linux | System Engineer - Linux (m/w/d)

Bank-Verlag GmbH

Köln, Nordrhein-Westfalen, Deutschland
Published Jan 14, 2026
Full-time
Permanent

Job Summary

This role is perfect for an experienced System Engineer specializing in Linux environments who is ready to take ownership of critical server infrastructure within the financial and public administration IT sector. Day-to-day responsibilities involve the conceptual development and administration of the existing Linux-based system landscape, ensuring high availability in line with IT compliance and BCM requirements. A significant part of the job includes managing external service providers, optimizing IT service processes, and leading/contributing to key IT projects such as migrations, automation, and security initiatives, specifically within the Linux domain. The ideal candidate possesses a degree in Computer Science or a comparable qualification, deep expertise in Linux (RedHat), server/storage technologies (SAN, VMware ESX, AIX), and practical experience in IT project management and ITIL processes. Strong German and good English skills are mandatory for success in this dynamic, full-time, and permanently contracted position.

Required Skills

Education

Degree in (Business) Informatics or comparable qualification

Experience

  • Professional experience in service provider management including SLA/KPI management and provider management
  • Practical experience in IT projects with external partners (e.g., migration, cloud, security)
  • Demonstrable experience in the administration and conceptual development of Linux-based system environments
  • In-depth knowledge of ITIL processes and IT service optimization

Languages

German (Fluent)English (Intermediate)

Additional

  • Not specified