Our client is a multicultural, innovative, and robust communication technology solutions provider, founded in Sweden and headquartered in Malta. Specializing in international mobile messaging, they operate through proprietary infrastructure, systems, and platforms. With a global messaging connectivity network that reaches over five billion subscribers, our client is a leader in the dynamic messaging interoperability industry.

The Opportunity
As the company continues to grow, they are seeking a Systems Engineer to support the development, maintenance, and optimization of their expanding infrastructure.

This role offers the chance to join a talented engineering team focused on deploying mission-critical applications while ensuring top-tier availability, performance, and security.

Key Responsibilities
The selected candidate will be expected to take ownership of the role and contribute in the following areas:

• Manage and monitor both software and hardware systems.
• Configure and maintain network equipment, including IPSEC tunnels.
• Ensure maximum system availability at all times.
• Monitor and test application performance, identifying potential bottlenecks.
• Collaborate with Quality Assurance and Development teams to resolve bugs and enhance system performance.
• Maintain regular backups for mission-critical systems.
• Provide second-level support to the Customer Service team and participate in an “on-call” roster for after-hours support.
• Coordinate with service providers and external partners on hardware-related issues.
• Conduct 24/7 proactive monitoring and support for live and pre-production environments.
• Perform additional tasks or projects as assigned.

Required Skills and Experience

• Degree in Computer Science or a related field.
• Excellent level of Maltese & English languages
• Professional experience with UNIX/Linux systems.
• Familiarity with Apache, Nginx, HAProxy, and RabbitMQ.
• Experience with virtualisation and containerization technologies such as VMWare, Proxmox, and Docker.
• Proficiency in monitoring tools such as Zabbix and Grafana.
• Experience managing, tuning, installing, and backing up/restoring MySQL/Percona databases.
• Scripting experience with Bash or Python.
• Solid networking knowledge, preferably with Juniper and Cisco, including configuring firewalls, routers, switches in HA environments, and VPNs.
• Ability to work independently as well as collaboratively within a team.
• Enthusiasm for researching and implementing new technologies.
• Experience or familiarity with SMPP and/or SS7 is considered an asset.

Benefits
Our client values their employees as their greatest asset and promotes a collaborative, diverse, and unified work culture. Team members enjoy working alongside some of the best talent in the industry. In addition to competitive salaries, employees are offered:

• Flexible and hybrid working arrangements.
• A structured performance management system with regular feedback and growth opportunities.
• Training budgets for courses and conferences.
• Comprehensive health insurance.
• Life insurance for peace of mind.
• Exclusive discounts on various insurance policies.
• Employee Wellness Allowance.
• Extra leave days based on seniority.
• Access to a corporate discount app for savings at restaurants and shops across Malta.
• Weekly fresh fruit and snacks.
• Complimentary lunch every week.
• A modern, light-filled office with outdoor recreational spaces.
• A relaxed, casual dress code.
• Regular team-building activities and events.