Freelance Senior Linux Engineer - Hybrid - Long TermWe are looking for a highly skilled and experienced Senior Linux Engineer to join our infrastructure team. This role will focus on the design, implementation, and support of enterprise-level Linux systems, with a strong emphasis on Red Hat Enterprise Linux (RHEL), Ansible automation, and infrastructure optimization.Responsibilities:Manage, configure, and troubleshoot Linux servers (primarily Red Hat Enterprise Linux).Design and implement automation using Ansible, including playbooks, roles, and inventory management.Participate in infrastructure projects such as OS upgrades, server builds, patching, hardening, and performance tuning.Ensure system uptime, backup integrity, and adherence to security best practices.Support CI/CD and DevOps efforts by providing a stable and scalable Linux foundation.Work closely with application, network, and security teams to ensure seamless integration across the tech stack.Develop and maintain documentation for system configurations, procedures, and troubleshooting guides.Provide mentorship to junior engineers and participate in knowledge sharing.Participate in on-call rotation and respond to critical incidents.Requirements:5+ years of experience as a Linux Engineer or similar role.Deep hands-on experience with Red Hat Enterprise Linux (7/8/9).Strong proficiency with Ansible for automation and configuration management.Additional Details:START DATE: FlexibleDURATION: Long termCONTRACT: FreelanceONSITE POLICY: Hybrid (2 days on site in Brussels)HOURS PER WEEK: 40LANGUAGES: English and (Dutch or French)INTERVIEW PROCESS: One stageIf you are interested or know anyone who could be a good fit please send your CV to matthew@Kodastaff.com