Systems Administrator

System Administrator

Location: York (Hybrid – 1 day in the office per week)

Hours: 37.5 per week, flexitime available

Salary: Up to 55k – depending on experience

About the Role:
I’m looking for an experienced System Administrator to join a well-established SaaS company that’s leading the way in business management software. This is an exciting opportunity to become a key part of a growing DevOps team, where you’ll manage a robust on-premise infrastructure while also having the chance to expand your skill set and experience in automation and CI/CD practices. In this role, you’ll be responsible for maintaining and optimising both Windows and Linux servers, networking configurations, and virtualisation technologies. But it doesn’t stop there – you’ll have the opportunity to get hands-on with modern technologies like cloud platforms, automation tools, and Infrastructure as Code (IaC), allowing you to stay at the cutting edge of industry trends. This position offers substantial room for professional growth. As the company continues to scale, you’ll be given the chance to take on new challenges, drive improvements in infrastructure and processes, and build expertise in emerging areas like CI/CD pipelines, containerization, and cloud-native environments. The work you do will directly contribute to the efficiency and scalability of the company’s infrastructure, while also giving you the chance to develop your skills in automation and modern infrastructure management techniques.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage and maintain on-premise infrastructure, including Windows and Linux servers, virtual machines, and network configurations.
• Work with VMware and vSphere to manage virtualised environments.
• Implement and support automation and CI/CD processes using tools like Azure DevOps, Terraform, and Ansible.
• Troubleshoot infrastructure issues, ensuring smooth operations and minimal downtime.
• Collaborate with the team to improve infrastructure, processes, and security.

Skills and Experience:

• Strong experience in Windows Server administration, including Active Directory, Group Policy, and sysadmin tasks.
• Basic Linux administration (user management, troubleshooting).
• Familiarity with networking fundamentals (DNS, DHCP, VPN, firewalls).
• Experience with VMware and vSphere, and an understanding of virtualisation.
• Exposure to automation and CI/CD concepts.
• Knowledge of scripting languages (PowerShell, Python, Bash).
• Experience with monitoring tools and infrastructure observability.

Desirable:

• Experience with Azure DevOps (pipelines, repos).
• Understanding of Kubernetes and containerised applications.

Why you’ll love working here:

• Hybrid working model: Enjoy a balanced work life with one office day per week.
• Learning and development: They believe in continuous growth and offer plenty of opportunities to enhance your skills and learn new technologies.
• Great perks: From 25 days of holiday (rising to 30) to health and life insurance, pension contributions, and fun events like Monthly Pizza Thursdays, you’ll have plenty of reasons to look forward to work.
• Modern office environment: Take advantage of on-site amenities like a pool table, table tennis, and a Cycle-to-Work Scheme.
• Collaborative culture: Work in a team that values input from all members, where you’ll have the chance to shape the future of our technology and culture.

This is a rare opportunity to be part of something exciting and make a real impact. If you’re ready to take on new challenges, develop your career, and join a company that values both personal and professional growth, apply now or reach out to Paul McGovern at Cathcart Technology for more information.