L3 Senior Server Support Engineer

Reference: BIT005458-Raees-2

We are seeking a highly skilled Level 3 IT Engineer to join our team in Sunninghill. This role is suited to a technical expert who thrives on solving complex problems, driving system improvements, and playing a key role in maintaining high-performance IT environments. Duties & Responsibilities Sunninghill, Johannesburg
Office-based (08:00 – 17:00)

As a Tier 3 Engineer, you will handle advanced technical issues across infrastructure, networks, and applications, while collaborating with internal teams, vendors, and stakeholders to deliver long-term solutions.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide advanced troubleshooting and resolution of complex IT incidents
• Conduct root cause analysis (RCA) and implement permanent fixes
• Support and optimize infrastructure, networks, and systems performance
• Manage critical escalations and liaise with external vendors when required
• Ensure system uptime, stability, and performance improvements
• Drive security best practices, including patching and vulnerability management
• Contribute to documentation, knowledge sharing, and mentoring of junior engineers
• Participate in strategic IT initiatives such as automation and system upgrades

Key Skills & Experience:

• Proven experience in a Tier 3 / Level 3 IT support or infrastructure role
• Strong expertise in advanced troubleshooting across networks, servers, and applications
• Solid understanding of system performance, monitoring, and optimization
• Experience with root cause analysis and problem management
• Knowledge of IT security, patch management, and compliance standards
• Ability to work independently on high-impact, business-critical issues
• Strong communication skills with the ability to engage technical and non-technical stakeholders

Requirements:

• Based in Johannesburg (preferably within close proximity to Sunninghill)
• Own reliable transport (client site visits required)
• Must have legal eligibility to work in South Africa

What Success Looks Like:

• Reduced incident resolution times (MTTR)
• Improved system uptime and performance
• Effective root cause analysis and permanent issue resolution
• Strong contribution to team knowledge and continuous improvement
• Positive customer and stakeholder feedback

Why Join Us?:

• Work on complex, high-impact technical challenges
• Be part of a collaborative and forward-thinking IT team
• Opportunity to contribute to strategic IT projects and innovation

Apply Now!

For more information contact:
Raees Sadek
IT Recruitment
Researcher
[…] Package & Remuneration R38 000 - Monthly