Job Description

About Nomad Digital



Nomad Digital is the world's leading provider of passenger and fleet connectivity solutions to the railway industry. Founded in 2002, and headquartered in the UK, currently serving more than 80+ global customers - in more than 40 countries - Nomad designs, builds, deploys and manages passenger Wi-Fi and on-board passenger infotainment systems. Nomad also provides remote online condition-based monitoring and maintenance solutions for optimising fleet management, operational performance and improving fuel economy.



When you join Nomad Digital, you will join a forward-thinking, fast-growing, fun environment with access to some of the very latest technology in its field. You will work with experts who innovate collaboratively, creating an environment of teamwork and trustworthiness.



Overview



Nomad has an exciting opportunity for an experienced System Administrator to join our Engineering division in the UK. The purpose of this role is to deploy and maintain a complex backend infrastructure product using various toolchains in a variety of private and public cloud environments (VMware, OpenStack). This role requires an individual with experience in administration and troubleshooting as well as an awareness of networking. You will undertake monitoring and maintenance of complex IT solutions, analysis and diagnosis of problems, providing recommendations and implementing corrective solutions.

This role can be based from our Newcastle head office with a hybrid working arrangement or fully remote.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:


Possess expert knowledge of the Linux operating system, server and storage infrastructure products, virtualization technologies, cloud services and networking principles Ability to diagnose faults and offer solutions across a broad range of IT and communication systems with an emphasis on Linux environments, Virtualization, Security, and networking. Implement and support complex solutions in diverse system environments Containerization and container management (Kubernetes) Configuration management Planning and developing new systems to meet customer requirements Analyzing and implementing security policies and best practices IP network configuration Using appropriate tools provide 24x7 system monitoring of all systems and services Where appropriate create documentation for both internal and external use Adhere to all system audit requirements as appropriate Troubleshooting application and system issues Implement automation and logging systems Backup solutions and disaster recovery Build test specifications and undertake test cycles to develop standard test plans and document the results Troubleshoot and offer 3rd line support Operate within guidelines of the role and recognize when it is appropriate to escalate matters within the team to ensure the level of customer service is maintained.

Qualifications:



Computer Science degree or similar level of experience.



Essential


RHCE or equivalent experience

Desired


CCNA, CompTIA, Cisco

Experience:



Essential:


Proven experience as a Linux System Administrator Linux networking stack (ip route, ip rule, iptables/nftables, quagga/frr) Kubernetes Ansible Markup Languages Git Virtualization (VMware, OpenStack etc.) On-prem Datacenter infrastructure (bare metal) General networking (VLANs, LACP, VRRP etc.) Routing protocols (BGP) VPNs (Strongswan etc.) MySQL Zabbix CICD, Gitlab Puppet

Desired:


Docker Foreman MQTT

Other Essential Requirements:


Attention to detail Ability to think proactively in a fast-paced environment Ability to multitask effectively ensuring timelines are met Highly proficient in the process of testing, validating, and implementing designs into an existing and new production systems Ability to work well in pressurized situations Ability to work to set deadlines Ability to work independently with minimal supervision to develop and execute implementation procedures, test plans, and equipment configurations to defined timescales Good verbal and written communication skills, including ability to effectively communicate with internal and external customers Self-motivated to take ownership of projects and deliverables

UK Employee Benefits:


Health Care Cash Plan Life Cover & Critical Illness Cover Contributory Pension Scheme via Aviva 25 Days of Annual Leave with enhanced leave based on tenure Option to buy an extra 5 days of annual leave per year Employee Referral Scheme / Employee Recognition Schemes Company Sick Plan




Our Commitment:


Nomad Digital is committed to being an inclusive and diverse employer, as well as providing equal opportunities in employment and freedom from unlawful discrimination on the grounds of age, race, ethnic or national origin, sex, pregnancy and maternity, marital or civil partnership status, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, disability, religion or beliefs.




We encourage and welcome all job applicants, especially those from diverse backgrounds and ensure everyone is treated equally and without discrimination.




Where possible we are happy to consider flexible working arrangements or appropriate reasonable adjustments on request. To discuss further, please email HR@nomadrail.com.