Job title : Senior Platform Engineer
Job Location : Gauteng, Johannesburg
Deadline : November 06, 2025
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Overview :
The Operations Network Engineering team is looking for a Linux Systems Administrator, Platform Support to provide support of technical hardware and software expertise in support of MasterCard Linux Operating systems and platforms. This is a senior level IT support position, with the expectation that the candidate has the basic Linux skills and is also willing to learn fast. Assist senior Linux administrators & Consultants with day-to-day IT support functions and maintenance activities.Role :
Support and maintain operating system(s), such as Oracle Enterprise Linux along with KVM virtualization to service customers.Experience with configuration management and infrastructure-as-code, using technologies such as Chef, Ansible, PythonKeep informed of the latest developments in computer software and hardware technology and continue learn new technologies and offerings from vendors and solution partners.Strong problem-solving and communication skills, and independent drive to create written documentation, requirements, and technical diagramsComplete status reports, implementations, troubleshooting of systemsUse configuration management and infrastructure automation for repeatable tasksDesign and implementation of OS build processes and automation providing the right level of control and validationAssist users with Operating Systems or hardware problems.Adhere to strict Change control ManagementSupport or lead minor departmental projects.All About You : Education :
Bachelor’s or relevant associate degree with emphasis on information technologies or the equivalent job-related experience.Knowledge / Experience :
Experience in systems administrationKnowledge of operating systems, infrastructure software, communications, computer hardware and peripherals.Good knowledge and understanding of computer technology, incident management and problem resolution procedures is preferred.An understanding of project management principles is preferred.Skills / Abilities :
Professionalism skills and good work ethics are required.Customer support and good communications skills are preferred.Ability to follow documented processes and proceduresICT jobs