What Jobs are available for Linux Engineer in Hong Kong?

Our client is looking for a Linux Engineer with a minimum of 3 years of experience, specializing in Red Hat/CentOS operating systems. You will be responsible for maintaining and optimizing our Linux server infrastructure, ensuring high availability and performance, and supporting application deployments.

• Administer and maintain Red Hat/CentOS servers, ensuring system stability and performance.
• Monitor system performance and troubleshoot issues proactively.
• Implement security measures and perform regular system updates.
• Collaborate with development teams to support application deployments and infrastructure needs.
• Automate system tasks using scripting languages (e.g., Bash, Python).
• Manage user accounts, permissions, and access controls.
• Document system configurations, processes, and procedures.
• Participate in on-call support rotation as needed.

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field (preferred).
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in Linux system administration, specifically with Red Hat and CentOS.
• Strong understanding of Linux operating systems, networking, and security.
• Experience with virtualization technologies (e.g., KVM, VMware).
• Experience in scripting languages (Shellscript, Bash, Python, etc.) is a plus.
• Experience in storage and middleware technologies is a plus.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
• Strong communication and teamwork abilities.

• Competitive salary and performance-based bonuses.
• Health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Retirement plan with company matching.
• Opportunities for professional development and certifications.

Linux, Red Hat, storage, data centre

We are currently seeking a talented System Engineer (Linux) for one of our most sizeable in-house clients.

Your new role

• Manage Unix/Linux servers and storage clusters, focusing on Red Hat and Ubuntu distributions.
• Perform system monitoring, patching, and vulnerability assessments
• Collaborate with diverse teams to design and deploy technical solutions.
• Provide timely troubleshooting and resolution for system-related issues.
• Maintain detailed documentation for system configurations and processes.

What you'll need to succeed

• At least 3+ years of practical experience in Linux Server Administration
• Strong expertise in Unix/Linux environments, especially with Red Hat and Ubuntu.
• Knowledge of storage tech like OneFS and Dell PowerScale
• Experienced in planning and executing data center relocations with test migrations and readiness checks for seamless transitions.
• Good command of spoken and written English and Chinese (Cantonese)

What you need to do now

If you fulfil all the qualifications mentioned above and have the drive to succeed or are interested in similar roles within the Information Technology Sector, please contact me with an attached CV at or please call

Our client is a leading Prop Trading house and seeking a highly skilled
Linux Engineer
with deep expertise in
Level 3 and 4 administration
to join our team. In this role, you will be responsible for advanced troubleshooting, performance optimization, automation, and architectural improvements of our Linux-based infrastructure. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in enterprise Linux environments, strong scripting skills, and a passion for solving complex technical challenges.

Key Responsibilities:

• Perform
  Level 3/4 support
  , resolving complex Linux server issues (kernel, performance, networking, security).
• Design, implement, and maintain
  high-availability Linux environments
  (clustering, load balancing, failover).
• Automate system administration tasks using
  Bash, Python, Ansible, Puppet, or Terraform
  .
• Optimize system performance through tuning, monitoring, and capacity planning.
• Troubleshoot deep technical issues (filesystem corruption, kernel panics, network bottlenecks).
• Implement and enforce
  security hardening
  (SELinux, firewalls, auditd, compliance).
• Manage
  virtualization/containerization
  (KVM, Docker, Kubernetes, LXC).
• Lead
  migrations, upgrades, and disaster recovery
  planning.
• Collaborate with DevOps and development teams to improve CI/CD pipelines.
• Document system architectures, processes, and troubleshooting guides.

Required Skills & Qualifications:

• 5+ years
  of professional Linux administration experience (RHEL, CentOS, Ubuntu, Debian).
• Expert-level troubleshooting
  (systemd, logs, strace, perf, kernel debugging).
• Strong scripting skills (
  Bash, Python, Perl
  ).
• Experience with
  configuration management
  (Ansible, Puppet, Chef).
• Knowledge of
  monitoring tools
  (Prometheus, Grafana, Nagios, Zabbix).
• Familiarity with
  cloud platforms
  (AWS, Azure, GCP) and IaC (Terraform).
• Experience with
  storage solutions
  (LVM, NFS, iSCSI, RAID).
• Understanding of
  networking
  (TCP/IP, DNS, VPN, iptables/nftables).
• Security-focused mindset
  (patching, vulnerability management, CIS benchmarks).

Job responsibilities:

• Write test scripts (Linux shell scripts) according to test standards and test specifications;
• Perform system testing and verification according to test cases, test specifications, test standards and other documents;
• Submit test reports to relevant personnel, and track the problems reported in the test in real time;
• Participate in technical and test reviews, and complete the review of test flow nodes

Job requirements:

• Full-time bachelor degree or above, computer-related major; more than 1 year of work experience;
• Must be familiar with Linux command line operation and shell script programming;
• Willing to learn new technologies;

Job responsibilities:

• Write test scripts (Linux shell scripts) according to test standards and test specifications;
• Perform system testing and verification according to test cases, test specifications, test standards and other documents;
• Submit test reports to relevant personnel, and track the problems reported in the test in real time;
• Participate in technical and test reviews, and complete the review of test flow nodes

Job requirements:

• Full-time bachelor degree or above, computer-related major; more than 1 year of work experience;
• Must be familiar with Linux command line operation and shell script programming;
• Willing to learn new technologies;

It is a leading investment group in Hong Kong.

Responsibilities:

• Manage IT infrastructure projects, as well as internal process automation and improvement
• Collaborate with application teams to implement IT solutions effectively.
• Engage with stakeholders to plan and execute projects.
• Adhere to the project timeline to meet all milestones and deadlines.
• Prepare project and technical documentation, including project plans, technical specifications, and test reports.
• Implement and manage automation tools and processes to enhance efficiency and minimize manual tasks.

Requirements:

• Degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or a related field.
• Over 5 years of hands-on experience in Linux administration, troubleshooting, and security hardening.
• Proficient in Linux OS configuration, troubleshooting, and security measures.
• Availability to work weekends for server setup and testing.
• Strong team player with a desire for career advancement in a competitive industry.

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Job Duties:

• Responsible for providing routine support to in-house desktop infrastructure including Windows and Linux servers and related hardware and software
• Responsible for developing and maintaining script (e.g. Shell script, Python or similar) to automate system tasks, monitoring, and deployments
• Troubleshoot and resolve hardware and software issue in Linux environment
• Collaborate with development teams or vendors to deploy, configure and support application in Linux servers
• Monitor performance to reduce interruptions and server crashes
• Support the integration of Video Management System with Linux-based servers and infrastructure

Job Requirement:

• Higher Diploma or above in Computer Science or related subjects
• At least 5 years' experience in IT industry
• Experience in supporting and maintenance of Windows Server and Linux Server
• Experience in programming or scripting (e.g. Shell script, Python or similar)
• Strong Knowledge of virtualisation technologies (e.g. VMware, KVM, Docker)
• Understanding of networking protocols (TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP, VPN)

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Job Description:

The role involves implementing and supporting Multimedia Systems, IoT Solutions, Digital Signage, and other IT infrastructure. The candidate may also assist with emerging technologies such as video analytics and robotics for large-scale system deployments.

Requirements:

• Degree or Diploma in Information Technology, Engineering, or related discipline
• Minimum 5 years of IT experience, including at least 2 years in requirement analysis, project planning, system deployment, and lifecycle support
• Proficient in Linux and Windows administration, with basic scripting capabilities to manage system operations
• Experience in supporting front-end hardware such as Windows media players, fingerprint scanners, and sensor-integrated devices is a plus
• Strong background in user account management, user acceptance testing (UAT), and system documentation
• Familiar with VMware virtualization platforms
• Proactive, responsible, and possesses strong interpersonal and communication skills; able to perform well under pressure
• Passionate about pursuing a long-term career in the aviation industry
• Good command of both written and spoken English and Chinese
• Willingness to provide after-hours support during emergencies or scheduled maintenance
• Candidates with less experience may be considered for a consultant-level position

Responsibilities:

• Collaborate with end users to convert operational and business needs into technical specifications
• Coordinate system integration and conduct System Integration Testing (SIT) and User Acceptance Testing (UAT) to ensure enhancements meet user expectations
• Provide prompt incident support and perform root cause analysis for long-term problem resolution
• Participate in regular project meetings to review incidents, enhancement requests, and propose system improvements
• Support IT development initiatives aligned with the airport's Third Runway expansion roadmap

Responsibility

• Handle system infrastructure implementation and administration, included server, storage, application or DB etc
• Implement and manage sizable Linux / Unix system platform
• Responsible for performance turning and troubleshooting
• Perform Disaster Recovery Environment management

Requirements

• Higher Diploma or above in Information Technology or related disciplines
• 3-8 years experience in system administration and technical support on Linux/ Unix Server
• Experience from banking industry would be an advantage
• Less experience candidate will be considered as Junior System Engineer

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