69 Unix Engineer jobs in Saudi Arabia

We are HCLTech, one of the fastest-growing large tech companies in the world and home to 219,000+ people across 54 countries, supercharging progress through industry-leading capabilities centered around Digital, Engineering and Cloud.

The driving force behind that work, our people, are diverse, creative, and passionate, raising the bar for excellence on a regular basis. We, in turn, work hard to bring out the best in them as we strive to help them find their spark and become the best version of themselves that they can be.

We are on the lookout for a highly talented and self-motivated Unix - L2 IMS Engineer (Banking) to join us on our journey in advancing the technological world through innovation and creativity.

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• Own L2-level operations for Unix within a highly regulated banking estate, ensuring availability, performance, security, audit readiness, and rapid recovery as per RTO/RPO.
• Provide L2-level support for Unix in a mission-critical banking environment.
• Ensure compliance with PCI DSS, SWIFT, and local banking regulator requirements.
• Operate under ITIL processes (Incident/Change/Problem/Knowledge).
• Maintain high availability, performance, and security; participate in DR/BCP drills.
• Own complex incident troubleshooting and approved changes for the platform.
• Conduct root cause analysis for recurring incidents; implement permanent fixes.
• Tune configurations and schedule jobs to improve performance and reliability.
• Coordinate vendor TAC cases and firmware/patch planning; validate after-change health.

- ITIL Foundation

- 3–5 years in administration and change/incident ownership for the platform in banking.

• Clear communication with operations, security, audit, and business stakeholders.
• Evidence-driven troubleshooting; strong documentation and runbook hygiene.
• Ownership mindset with 24x7 support readiness and on-call rotation participation.

• We are one of the fastest-growing large tech companies in the world, with offices in 50+ countries across the globe and 219,000 employees.
• Our company is extremely diverse with 165 nationalities represented.
• We offer the opportunity to work with colleagues across the globe.
• We offer a virtual-first work environment, promoting a good work-life integration and real flexibility.
• We offer comprehensive benefits for all employees.
• We are a certified great place to work and a top employer in 17 countries, offering a positive work environment that values employee recognition and respect.

Representing 165 nationalities across the globe, we pride ourselves on being an equal opportunity employer, committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees regardless of race, religion, sex, color, age, national origin, pregnancy, sexual orientation, physical disability or genetic information, military or veteran status, or any other protected classification, in accordance with federal, state, and/or local law.

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• Seniority level: Mid-Senior level
• Employment type: Full-time
• Job function: Business Development
• Industries: IT Services and IT Consulting and Banking

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We are HCLTech, one of the fastest-growing large tech companies in the world and home to 219,000+ people across 54 countries, supercharging progress through industry-leading capabilities centered around Digital, Engineering and Cloud.

The driving force behind that work, our people, are diverse, creative, and passionate, raising the bar for excellence on a regular basis. We, in turn, work hard to bring out the best in them as we strive to help them find their spark and become the best version of themselves that they can be.

We are on the lookout for a highly talented and self-motivated Unix - L3 IMS Engineer (Banking) to join us on our journey in advancing the technological world through innovation and creativity.

Visa Sponsorship is available for candidates interested in relocating to Riyadh

Key Responsibilities:

• Own L3-level operations for Unix within a highly regulated banking estate, ensuring availability, performance, security, audit readiness, and rapid recovery as per RTO/RPO.
• Provide L3-level support for Unix in a mission-critical banking environment.
• Ensure compliance with PCI DSS, SWIFT, and local banking regulator requirements.
• Operate under ITIL processes (Incident/Change/Problem/Knowledge).
• Maintain high availability, performance, and security; participate in DR/BCP drills.
• Design/architect, capacity plan, and optimize Unix for large-scale banking workloads.
• Lead major incidents/war rooms; guide L1/L2; produce post-incident reports for auditors.
• Define standards, golden configurations, and automation (scripts/Infra-as-Code) to reduce toil.
• Roadmap planning, version upgrades, performance baselining, and DR strategy ownership.

Required Tools & Technologies:

ITIL Foundation

Experience Requirements:

5+ years in architecture, performance engineering, and major incident leadership.

Soft Skills & Banking Behaviors:

• Clear communication with operations, security, audit, and business stakeholders.
• Evidence-driven troubleshooting; strong documentation and runbook hygiene.
• Ownership mindset with 24x7 support readiness and on-call rotation participation.

Why Us:

We are one of the fastest-growing large tech companies in the world, with offices in 50+ countries across the globe and 219,000 employees,

• Our company is extremely diverse with 165 nationalities represented.
• We offer the opportunity to work with colleagues across the globe.
• We offer a virtual-first work environment, promoting a good work-life integration and real flexibility.
• We offer comprehensive benefits for all employees.
• We are a certified great place to work and a top employer in 17 countries, offering a positive work environment that values employee recognition and respect.

Equality & Opportunity for All:

Representing 165 nationalities across the globe, we pride ourselves on being an equal opportunity employer, committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees regardless of race, religion, sex, color, age, national origin, pregnancy, sexual orientation, physical disability or genetic information, military or veteran status, or any other protected classification, in accordance with federal, state, and/or local law.

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• Mid-Senior level

• Full-time

• Business Development
• Industries IT Services and IT Consulting and Banking

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Overview

We are seeking a skilled System Administrator to join our IT team. The ideal candidate will be responsible for managing and maintaining Microsoft-based infrastructure, ensuring security, stability, and high availability of systems. This role is critical in supporting our business operations and safeguarding IT environments.

• Manage, configure, and maintain Microsoft Windows Servers .
• Administer and monitor Domain Controllers, Active Directory, and Group Policy .
• Manage and support Exchange Servers , including mailboxes and related services.
• Ensure email and mailbox security , including spam filters and access controls.
• Oversee antivirus systems and endpoint protection across the organization.
• Provide technical support for infrastructure-related issues, ensuring minimal downtime.
• Ensure compliance with IT policies, standards, and security best practices.

• Proven experience as a System Administrator with focus on Microsoft environments.
• Strong knowledge of Windows Server administration .
• Expertise in Active Directory, Group Policy, and Domain Management .
• Hands-on experience with Exchange Server management .
• Knowledge of antivirus solutions and security best practices.
• Strong problem-solving and troubleshooting skills.
• Excellent communication and teamwork abilities.
• Saudi nationals only.

• Mid-Senior level

• Full-time

• Information Technology

• IT Services and IT Consulting

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We are seeking a highly experienced and proactive Senior System Administrator to join our IT team. The ideal candidate will possess deep, hands-on expertise in managing and maintaining a complex enterprise IT infrastructure, with a strong focus on Microsoft Exchange Server, data center operations, and virtualization technologies. You will play a key role in ensuring the stability, security, and performance of our critical systems.

• Microsoft Exchange Server Management: Administer, maintain, and troubleshoot on-premises Microsoft Exchange environments. Perform health checks, monitor performance, and manage resources (CPU, Memory, Disk) to ensure optimal operation. Handle mailbox migrations, public folders, and transport rules. Plan and execute Exchange Server updates and patches, ensuring minimal business impact.
• Virtualization and Data Center: Manage and maintain virtualization platforms, with a strong preference for VMware vSphere / ESXi and/or Hyper-V . Participate in and lead data center migration projects , including planning, execution, and troubleshooting. Monitor virtualized resource utilization and performance.
• Core Infrastructure: Administer Active Directory, Domain Controllers, and Group Policy (GPOs) for user and computer management, security, and configuration control. Manage file and print services, DNS, DHCP, and other core network services. Implement and manage system monitoring and alerting solutions. Lead or contribute to IT implementation and operational projects (e.g., new system deployments, office setups, technology migrations). Collaborate with cross-functional teams and provide escalated technical support. Document systems, procedures, and project plans.

• Minimum of 5+ years of professional experience in a System Administration role.
• Proven, hands-on experience with on-premises Microsoft Exchange Server administration (management, migration, troubleshooting).
• Solid experience with virtualization technologies (VMware vSphere/ESXi is highly desired; Hyper-V is also relevant).
• Strong knowledge of Windows Server, Active Directory, and Group Policy .
• Experience with patch management and ensuring update compliance without system disruption.
• Experience in monitoring system performance and resources.
• Ability to handle high-pressure situations and resolve complex technical problems.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.

• Experience with cloud solutions (e.g., Azure, AWS) is a plus.
• Relevant certifications such as MCSE, VMware VCP, or CCNA are advantageous.
• Experience with IT service management platforms (e.g., ServiceNow).

• Mid-Senior level

• Full-time

• Information Technology

• IT Services and IT Consulting

This is a full-time on-site role for a System Administrator at FutureSoft in Riyadh Region. The System Administrator will be responsible for day-to-day tasks including system administration, troubleshooting, technical support, network administration, and information technology management.

• System Administration, Troubleshooting, and Technical Support skills
• Network Administration and Information Technology expertise
• Strong problem-solving and analytical abilities
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work well in a team environment
• MS Exchange (Must)
• MS Active Directory (Must)
• Day to day administration activities for Exchange, AD and Windows Servers in a datacenter.
• Provide support and troubleshooting for Exchange, AD and Windows Servers.

• Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Information Technology, or related field

The Job Description

1. Maintaining backup and disaster recovery procedure and replication in all recovery sites.
2. Administer Azure DR solution using recovery services.
3. Configure Azure AAD and AD connect servers with High availability.
4. Configure APP proxy, MFA, SSPR and SSO to secure on-prem/cloud services.
5. Administering, monitoring, configuring, and securing VMware vSphere ESXi clusters in multiple data centers.
6. Implementing, configuring, and monitoring various new system projects.
7. Monitor system performance and troubleshoot issues promptly.
8. Managing Windows Server infrastructure components (Active Directory, DNS, DHCP, File share and Exchange).
9. Patching & managing Infrastructure & cloud vulnerabilities.
10. Daily operation, monitoring and troubleshooting system health, data center activities, server firmware upgrade and maintenance periodically.
11. Applying data restore procedure and document test recovery cases.
12. Proactively monitor systems health by physically inspecting environment and utilizing the provided monitoring tools such as SCOM.
13. Storage configuration & troubleshooting.
14. Managing AD Policies and meet security compliance.

Qualifications:

• Minimum Qualification: Bachelor’s in computer science or a related field.
• Minimum Work Experience: Min of 10+ years of experience.
• Certification: Azure Administrator Associate and expert. Microsoft Certified Systems Engineer.
• Level of English: Excellent in both reading and writing.

The ideal candidate will be responsible for installing, configuring, and maintaining hardware and software systems. The System Administrator will ensure the smooth operation of all IT systems, including servers, network equipment, and other devices.

• Install, configure, and maintain hardware and software components of the IT infrastructure
• Monitor system performance and ensure reliability and availability
• Manage user accounts, permissions, and access rights
• Troubleshoot and resolve hardware, software, and network issues
• Perform regular backups and ensure data security and integrity
• Upgrade systems with new releases and models
• Evaluate and recommend new technologies to improve system performance
• Collaborate with other IT staff to resolve complex issues
• Timely and efficiently process user requests related to the local network of the Company
• Install operating systems and licensed software on servers and workstations

• Excellent knowledge of IT systems and infrastructure
• Hands-on experience with network and server management
• Familiarity with various operating systems and platforms
• Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple tasks
• Certification in Microsoft, Cisco, or other relevant technologies is a plus
• Good communication and interpersonal skills

This is a full-time on-site role for a System Administrator at FutureSoft in Riyadh Region. The System Administrator will be responsible for day-to-day tasks including system administration, troubleshooting, technical support, network administration, and information technology management.

• System Administration, Troubleshooting, and Technical Support skills
• Network Administration and Information Technology expertise
• Strong problem-solving and analytical abilities
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work well in a team environment
• MS Exchange (Must)
• MS Active Directory (Must)
• Day to day administration activities for Exchange, AD and Windows Servers in a datacenter.
• Provide support and troubleshooting for Exchange, AD and Windows Servers.

• Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Information Technology, or related field

Job Title: System Administrator

Location:
Riyadh, Saudi Arabia

Company Overview

Riyadh Cables Group is the leading manufacturer of electrical wires and cables in the MENA region, offering innovative power transmission and communication solutions that fuel sustainable development. Our commitment to environmentally responsible practices and cutting-edge technology drives progress across infrastructure, energy, and industrial sectors.

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity in our workforce with a dynamic environment that encourages growth, innovation, and sustainability.

Roles and Responsibilities:

• Upgrades, installs and troubleshoots Servers, networking hardware devices and software
• Maintains inventory of equipment and parts as well as documentation of vendor activities
• Develops and documents system standards for Servers and network devices
• Recommend and schedule repairs to the LAN/WAN
• Handles highly confidential information/material
• Ability to communicate orally and written in a professional manner
• Prior experience supporting, implementing and/or administering networks such as Microsoft Windows Active Directory
• Works well both alone and in a team setting
• Strong analytical skills

Job Requirements:

• Preferred Education: Bachelor's Degree in an information technology related field.
• Preferred Certifications: Microsoft Certified System Engineer (MCSE); Microsoft Certified System Administrator (MCSA); Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA).