Senior Linux System Engineer

Duration: 6-Month Contract (Extension Possible) About the Role We’re hiring a Senior Linux Systems Engineer to support the development of a next-generation scientific instrument used in advanced protein analysis. This is a high-impact contract role where you’ll own the reliability, deployment, and update infrastructure of a Linux-based system embedded inside a cutting-edge lab device. You’ll work closely with a small, highly technical engineering team preparing for a major product launch later this year. If you’ve built and deployed Linux systems in production environments—and can ensure they boot, update, and behave flawlessly in the field—this role is for you. What You’ll Do Design and implement robust Linux OS deployment and update mechanisms Transition from package-based updates to atomic / A‑B system updates Ensure reliable system boot and recovery Build and maintain Ubuntu 24.04‑based system images Improve system stability in real-world lab environments, especially USB device handling and peripherals Enable seamless interaction with network storage systems (NFS / SMB) Package and deploy system and application updates in a controlled, production‑ready way Proactively identify and fix system‑level issues ahead of product launch What You Bring 6–10+ years of experience in Linux systems engineering Strong experience with Ubuntu (preferably 24.04) Hands‑on experience with OS-level deployments in production environments Experience with system packaging and update mechanisms Exposure to atomic updates, A/B partitioning, or rollback mechanisms Ability to work independently with minimal supervision Comfort working close to hardware or embedded systems Experience with C# / .NET on Linux Background in scientific instruments, embedded systems, or hardware-software integration Experience supporting systems deployed across multiple locations Hybrid role with approximately 3 days onsite (flexible for strong candidates) Collaborative, small engineering team Hands‑on work with physical lab equipment 6-month contract with strong likelihood of extension Full-time (40 hours per week) Potential opportunity for temp-to-perm conversion for the right candidate #J-18808-Ljbffr Investigo