Systems Programmer - 12 Month Contract

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Systems Programmer to support the design, development, automation, and maintenance of enterprise systems across Linux/Unix and AWS cloud environments. The rolerequires strong technical expertise in system-level programming, infrastructureautomation, and cloud technologies to ensure high availability, performance,and scalability of critical systems. The successful candidate will be part of a regional team supporting a 24/7 production environment, and must be flexible to supportoff-hours, including evenings, weekends, and public holidays, as required. Key Responsibilities • Design, develop, and maintain system-level programs and automation scripts to support enterprise infrastructure • Manage and support Linux and Unix-based systems, ensuring stability, performance, and security • Develop automation solutions using Shell scripting and Python to improve operational efficiency • Support deployment, configuration, and monitoring of applications in AWS cloud environments • Troubleshoot system issues across OS, application, and infrastructure layers • Collaborate with development and infrastructure teams to enhance system reliability and scalability • Implement monitoring, logging, and alerting solutions for production systems • Perform system upgrades, patching, and capacity planning • Ensure adherence to security, compliance, and operational best practices • Participate in 24/7 operational support, including on-call duties and regional team coordination Requirements • Minimum 6 years of relevant experience in Systems Programming, Infrastructure Engineering, or related roles • Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or related discipline • Strong hands-on experience with Linux and Unix operating systems • Experience in AWS Cloud services (e.g., EC2, S3, IAM, VPC, CloudWatch) • Proficiency in Shell scripting and Python scripting for automation • Strong understanding of system architecture, networking, and performance tuning • Experience in automation, DevOps tools, or CI/CD pipelines is an advantage • Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and problem-solving skills • Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a regional team environment • Willingness and flexibility to support 24/7 operations, including after-hours and on-call rotations Preferred Skills (Optional) • Experience with DevOps tools (e.g., Jenkins, Ansible, Terraform) • Knowledge of containerization technologies (Docker, Kubernetes) • Experience in enterprise-scale or financial services environments Please reach out to co.co@ambition.com.sg  with your updated resume and contact details. Incomplete applications may not be considered /Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Business Registration Number: 200611680D | License Number: 10C5117 | EA Registration Number: R1768258