Unix/Linux Patching Specialist
We are looking for an experienced Remote Engineer to join our team and take responsibility for configuring, powering up, and commissioning RLS and Waveserver devices remotely. This role is essential for seamless optical network activation and integration.
Job offer information- Apply security patches and updates to Unix/Linux servers according to patching schedule.
- Perform pre-patch and post-patch checks to ensure system stability.
- Follow standard operating procedures (SOPs) for patch management.
- Collaborate with senior administrators and customer teams on patching windows.
- Troubleshoot patch-related issues and escalate when necessary.
- Document patching activities and prepare regular reports.
- Ensure compliance with security and audit requirements.
- Experience with Unix/Linux operating systems (basic administration level).
- Understanding of patching processes and system maintenance.
- Ability to follow documented procedures and checklists.
- Strong attention to detail and responsibility.
- Good communication skills in English (B1 – able to read documentation and communicate with customers).
- Willingness to work during planned maintenance windows (evenings/weekends as agreed).
Nice to have:
- Experience with automation tools (Ansible, Puppet, or similar).
- Familiarity with ITIL processes (Change/Incident/Problem Management).
- Previous experience in outsourcing or managed services.
Working with us, gives you opportunity to:
-work for stable and established mid-sized Slovak company
-work-life balance and career development
-financial support in life situations
-recreation voucheres
-multisport card
-fully paid anonymous therapy sessions
-opportunity to volunteer in organisation of your choosing
-supplementary pension savings
-healthcare benefit package
-budget for HW & SWInformation about the company
We are currently one of the largest IT service providers in Central and Eastern Europe with offices in Slovakia, Czech Republic, Bulgaria, Romania, Turkey and Poland. We employ over 800 qualified and experienced specialists from our state of the art delivery centers and technical training facilities. We are strategic partners with leading technology companies including: Cisco, Microsoft, Oracle, Avaya, IBM and HP to name a few. Soitron is also one of the very few Cisco Master Unified Communications accredited companies in Europe. More about us at www.soitron.com.