Implementation & Platform Engineer
First seen by Alion on Oct 17, 2026.
SUMMARY:
My client, a well-established company based in Somerset West is seeking to employ an Implementation & Platform Engineer with at least 3 – 5 years experience in an Application, Implementation, IT support, or a similar role, in the IT and tech industry to join their team.
POSITION INFO:
The Implementation & Platform Engineer is responsible for the software commissioning and support of the company that are monitoring mining processes and continuously monitors the installed sensors to ensure high uptime. Minimum Requirements: Certificate or diploma in IT or related qualification. At least 3-5 years' experience in an Application, Implementation, IT support, or a similar role, in the IT and tech industry. Comfortable with Linux over the command line\/SSH. Working knowledge of IP networking, network debugging and basic firewall setup. Basic knowledge of scripting with Python or Bash. Comfortable reading\/editing TOML, JSON and Python config files. Basic working knowledge of Git and service like GitHub\/Gitlab Knowledge of cloud IoT technologies, such as AWS\/Azure IoT Knowledge of Docker\/Containers would be advantageous. Experience with OPC industrial protocol would be beneficial. Working knowledge of SQL Databases and SQL Queries would be beneficial. Willing to demonstrate personal\/professional software projects. Duties will include, but are not limited to: Support clients in identifying, implementing, and testing optimal software solutions. Installation, testing, and troubleshooting of software solutions. Calibration and configuration of sensor software installed on site. Monitoring servers and sensors deployed in the field on an ongoing basis as part of standby support and during deployment phase of a project. Commissioning of software via Ansible, Azure IoT, Git, and Docker Containers. Create and update Support and Commissioning documentation. Debug networking issues systematically. Inform relevant team(s), as well as internal and external stakeholders where needed, if issues are detected in software that hinders clients' operation. Ensure clients are satisfied with the results of implemented solutions provided by company Keep clients in the loop when addressing issue during the project deployment phase. Assist internal & client IT departments with infrastructure architecture planning and maintenance. In return a competitive salary is on offer coupled with the opportunity to work within a dynamic team in a well established company.