Service Validation & Testing Engineer - 12 Months Contract

Your new company This is a multinational investment bank. Your new role Perform end-to-end validation of base OS builds (Linux) including patching, hardening, and core services. Execute structured testing aligned to SVT playbooks to validate system functionality, performance, and security compliance. Validate monthly, bi-weekly, and on-demand OS patch releases ensuring production readiness. Analyze defects, identify root causes, and collaborate with Platform Engineering for resolution. Ensure validation processes confirm systems are “fit-for-use” and “fit-for-purpose” as defined by design standards Develop and optimise Ansible playbooks for automated validation tasks Perform functional, regression, integration, and system-level testing What you'll need to succeed Strong expertise in Red Hat Enterprise Linux (RHEL 7/8/9/10) administration, including experience with clustering (e.g., Pacemaker) Highly effective working knowledge of Python, JSON, YAML, Ansible, Bash. and other scripting tools and capabilities. Proven working knowledge of cloud virtualization technologies, including an understanding of orchestration and workflow virtualization functionality. Strong working knowledge of service validation and testing process, Agile methodology, and JIRA management. What you need to do now If you’re interested in this role, click ‘apply now’ to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call Shabnam at Hays on +65 60271964 or email Shabnam.Bahar@hays.com.sg for a confidential discussion. Referrals are welcome. Registration ID No. R1873584 | EA License number: 07C3924 | Company Registration No. 200609504D