Cloud, Development, and Security Staffing Across the UK
Senior Post Production Systems Administrator
Location: London (Hybrid – 3 days on-site)
A progressive and reputable global full-service creative studio is seeking a Senior Post Production Systems Administrator to join its London-based Technology team.
This is a highly collaborative and technically hands-on role, ideal for someone who thrives in complex, creative environments. You’ll support infrastructure and workflows powering high-end VFX, colour, editorial, and finishing projects, working closely with Artists, Engineers, and Production teams.
Key Responsibilities
* Act as technical owner for London’s post production infrastructure, supporting hybrid workflows across multiple sites.
* Support and maintain render farm environments, particularly using Thinkbox Deadline.
* Build and maintain custom tools and infrastructure for colour, editorial, finishing, and VFX teams.
* Administer and monitor storage systems (e.g., NetApp, Qumulo) and high-performance networks (e.g., Arista, Mellanox).
* Maintain infrastructure automation using Ansible, Terraform, and Docker.
* Manage Linux-based environments, cloud instances (e.g., AWS AMIs), and business continuity services.
Core OS & Infrastructure:
* Familiarity with Windows Active Directory (AD) and Apple systems
* Experience with VMware vSphere
* Use of HP Anyware and Pixit Pixstor (or other GPFS-based storage systems)
* Experience managing hybrid environments
Automation & Cloud:
* Ansible for automation
* Use of Terraform, Docker
* AWS AMI creation and management
Creative/VFX Tools (must have extensive experience):
* Experience supporting:
* Maya
* Houdini
* Nuke
* Thinkbox Deadline
* Flame
* Adobe Creative Cloud
Monitoring/Tooling:
* Familiarity with Grafana, Prometheus, Graylog
* Python/Bash scripting
Preferred Qualifications:
* Certifications in Linux or relevant systems administration certifications (e.g., RHCE, CompTIA Linux+).
REQUIRES BRITISH CITIZENSHIP OR ILR
Interested in the role? Please apply directly to this advert, you can also schedule a call with me by emailing your CV to h.shemmings@jeffersonfrank.com, calling me on 0191 223 5303 or reach out on LinkedIn “Harry Shemmings”.
Seniority level
* Mid-Senior level
Employment type
* Full-time
Job function
* Information Technology
* IT System Operations and Maintenance
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