Web Systems Engineer

Written 09.11.08

the OTHER media is a successful independent web design and development agency with an enviable portfolio of clients. In response to growing levels of new work, and additional work from existing clients, we are seeking a Web Systems Engineer.

We are looking for someone who can:

1. Demonstrate an ability to carry out tasks such as DNS, Email and SSL management
2. Manage the expectations of staff and clients to complete daily tasks
3. Identify and streamline existing business processes related to IT within the organisation
4. Demonstrate real world experience in running web platforms on the environments detailed below
5. Troubleshoot a variety of technical issues; identifying issues and liaising with the correct departments and staff
6. Run internal projects such as DR testing and internal systems development
7. Produce a high level of documentation

We would expect you to:

Have 1-2 years of relevant experience in a digital agency or related industry
Love the web and understand its importance to businesses
Be qualified to degree level
Have great communication and team skills

You should have the following qualities:

Experience in the management of DNS, SSLs and end user workstations (PC/MAC/LINUX)
Experience in installing (hardware and software) and managing Linux servers running Apache, PHP, Resin, Tomcat, PostgeSql, MySQL
The experience required to support the network infrastructure
Experience in Linux distributions such as CentOs, Gentoo, Ubuntu and open source tools such as CVS/SVN
Experience of system scripting in Bash, Perl, Python or similar
Knowledge of LAN/WAN, VLANS, Firewalls, VPNs, Cisco Products, Samba, LVS, NFS
Knowledge of Visualisation Technology such as VMware and Xen Hypervisor

You will act as part of the team and individually on internal and client facing projects. Outstanding organisation and communication skills are vital as you will be expected to liaise directly with staff and produce regular documentation.

To apply, simply send us your CV and a covering letter which demonstrates your ability to deliver each of our seven key requirements above. Please include an indication of your current salary.

Salary: According to experience

Benefits include 25 days holiday per year, staff bonus scheme, the last Friday of every month off as a (discretionary) work/life balance day, non-contributory stakeholder pension, share options after two years. We are based in Bermondsey Street close to London Bridge Station.

Applicants for this job should send a current CV and a covering letter to - jobs@othermedia.com