IT Linux Systems Administrator

IT Linux Systems Administrator

We are looking for an exceptionally talented IT Linux Systems Administrator to join us in our mission to responsibly provide trusted technology solutions for developing and growing online sports and gaming markets. So, if you love IT, sports and games, then this is the ideal place for you!

About Us:

SportPesa is a growing, multi-award-winning global technology and entertainment company founded in 2014 that focuses on sports and entertainment news. Our platforms immediately update sport scores and, in certain markets, offer fully licensed, real money gaming services. We are committed to responsibly delivering our game-changing services and investing in the development of sports and local communities. We use the power of sport to unify people everywhere: connecting customers with excitement, sports clubs with funding and society with opportunities.

Our drive, dedication and determination have enabled us to open our doors in the iconic Royal Liver Building in Liverpool, the hub of our European Operations. Since launching here in the UK, we’ve built a tight-knit community of trailblazers and innovators and would love you to be a part of our quest to make every opportunity count.

The Role:

We are on the lookout for a highly motivated IT Linux Administrator to join our IT Operations and Services department. The role is hands-on, providing 2nd & 3rd line IT support, covering all aspects of systems administration, including some DevOps processes. Some on-call weekend work will be allocated on a rota basis & you will follow a hybrid working pattern with a mixture of working from home & our Liverpool office. The role will include the following activities:

• Delivery & maintenance of new or improved IT systems & DevOps solutions

• Implementation, management & administration of CI/CD workflows & hardware platforms
• Building, deployment, installation, configuration, testing, monitoring, maintenance & administration of a hybrid infrastructure (cloud & on-premises), operating systems and applications
• Working with containerised environments (Docker & Kubernetes)

• Maintaining operations & administration of various systems
• Prioritising, organising and balancing important tasks

The Person:

You will need a minimum of 2-3 years’ experience demonstrating competence in the activities listed above as well as a relevant qualification (Red Hat certification in Linux technologies / performance tuning, a degree in Computer Science, NVQ or City & Guilds etc. would be a distinct advantage)

Essential Skills:

• Linux
• Ansible
• Kubernetes
• Docker
• Source Control (Git, Bit bucket)
• MYSQL
• CI/CD
• Monitoring tools

Desirable Skills:

• MongoDB
• RabbitMQ
• Elasticsearch
• Cloud Technologies / DevOps
• ITIL (e.g. Foundation Certificate in IT Service Management)
• User level skills with MS Office, SharePoint, Teams & OneDrive (although you won’t be supporting these)

Rewards:

We take pride in ensuring that all team members receive the very best support and company benefits. Our perks are the life and soul of SportPesa! If you join our very friendly team, you can expect to receive:

• A competitive starting salary of c.£35,000 - £40,000 p.a. depending on qualifications & experience
• An attractive performance-related bonus scheme
• State of the art offices in a prime waterfront location
• Contributions towards a gym / health club membership
• Seasonal social events, including parties, pub quizzes, sporting and team-building events
• Access to our Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) & the Royal Liver Building Occupier Loyalty Perks Scheme, café, showers, & events programme
• Private medical insurance, health cash plan, life assurance and income protection schemes
• 25 days of annual leave plus bank holidays and opportunities for a hybrid style of working
• A generous contributory pension scheme
• Access to training and development opportunities
• Opportunities to travel to some of our amazing offices abroad (including Las Palmas, South Africa, Tanzania and Kenya)

Progression:

Help us to grow the business and our brand and we will offer you the opportunity to develop a long-term career with us and support to help you progress in your chosen field.

We are committed to equal opportunities and applications from individuals are encouraged regardless of age, race, sex, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, disability, pregnancy and maternity, religion or belief and marriage and civil partnership status.

If you think you are up to the challenge and like the sound of us, we would love to hear from you! Please apply today with your CV and a brief covering letter!