Support Engineer (Unix-Linux)

Description

Bodleian Libraries, Osney One, Oxford
Grade 7: £30,434 - £37,394 p.a.
Bodleian Digital Library Systems and Services (BDLSS) is seeking to appoint a Support Engineer (Unix-Linux) to join their team who develop and maintain a range of applications, supporting the libraries in their day to day operations, and delivering services to staff, students, researchers, and the wider public.

You will have experience in managing complex applications in a Linux environment to provide support for the Integrated Library System and discovery platform alongside other members of the team. You will manage databases which power important library systems (principally the Bodleian Libraries Admissions card service).

We are moving towards a more resilient Service Delivery structure, while consolidating our servers and services to better meet the needs of our customers and users at the libraries. We are looking for someone with a proactive approach to service improvement and delivery, who will take initiative to suggest improvements, changes or development ideas.

You will have experience of using the Unix/Linux command line for management of scripts, configuration and services; scripting experience; and knowledge of web technologies including HTML and CSS. Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills, with experience in troubleshooting of technical issues, are also essential.

Applications for this vacancy are to be made online. You will be required to upload a supporting statement as part of your online application. Your supporting statement should list each of the essential and desirable selection criteria, as listed in the further particulars, and explain how you meet each one. CVs will not form part of the selection process.

Only applications received online before 12.00 midday on 10 October 2014 can be considered. It is anticipated that interviews will take place on 27 October 2014.