Systems Engineer

Systems EngineerPosition OverviewWe are seeking a skilled Systems Engineer to design, deploy, and maintain reliable, scalable infrastructure that supports our applications and services. The role focuses on Linux-based systems, networking, hardware and cluster management, automation, and operational excellence. The ideal candidate will ensure system availability, performance, and security while collaborating across engineering teams to deliver production-grade solutions.Key ResponsibilitiesDesign, install, configure, and maintain Linux servers, physical hardware, and clustered environments to meet performance and availability requirements.Manage and troubleshoot networking components (switches, routers, firewalls) and ensure end-to-end connectivity and low-latency performance.Administer and optimize compute clusters (e.g., HPC, Kubernetes, or distributed systems), including provisioning, scheduling, and resource management.Develop and maintain automation and orchestration scripts and tools using Bash and Python to streamline deployment, configuration, and operational tasks.Monitor system health and performance using logging and monitoring tools, respond to incidents, and perform root-cause analysis to prevent recurrence.Perform capacity planning, hardware lifecycle management, patching, and backup/recovery procedures to ensure continuity and resiliency.Implement and enforce security best practices across systems and networks, including access controls, vulnerability management, and secure configurations.Collaborate with cross-functional teams (developers, SRE, network engineering, and security) to deliver infrastructure projects and support application rollouts.Document system architecture, procedures, runbooks, and change records to maintain clear operational knowledge and support audits.Participate in on-call rotations to provide timely incident response and remediation for production issues.QualificationsBachelors degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Information Technology, or equivalent experience; or equivalent practical experience.3+ years of hands-on experience as a Systems Engineer or equivalent role managing Linux-based production systems.Strong experience with Linux administration and troubleshooting (file systems, kernel, services, systemd).Proven networking knowledge (TCP/IP, routing, switching, VLANs, firewalls) and experience managing networked systems.Experience with cluster technologies and distributed systems (HPC clusters, Kubernetes, or similar orchestration platforms).Proficiency in Bash and Python for scripting, automation, and operational tooling.Experience with hardware lifecycle management, server provisioning, storage, and firmware updates.Familiarity with configuration management and automation tools (Ansible, Terraform, Puppet, or similar).Knowledge of monitoring, logging, and observability tools (Prometheus, Grafana, ELK/EFK, Nagios, or similar).Understanding of security best practices and experience implementing secure system configurations and patch management.Excellent problem-solving skills, attention to detail, and the ability to communicate effectively with technical and non-technical stakeholders.BenefitsVacation/PTOMedicalDentalVision401kBonusRelocationTelecommute