Senior Software Systems Engineer

Job Title Senior Software Systems Engineer Job Location Richmond, VA (Onsite) Job Duration 12+ Months (Possibility of extension) Job Description Job Summary We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Software Systems Engineer who will be at the forefront of building our automation platform ecosystem – transforming the way we deliver IT infrastructure and services. The successful candidate will be responsible for designing, implementing, and maintaining our automation and orchestration platforms, ensuring their optimal performance, scalability, and reliability in a dynamic and fast‑paced environment. The candidate will also be a member of a larger platform team and will assist with managing and troubleshooting infrastructure issues related to server OS, virtualization, and container orchestration platforms. This role is ideal for someone who thrives on building systems from the ground up, enProducts solving complex operational challenges, and has a passion for enabling others through automation. Key Responsibilities Design, deploy, and administer automation platforms such as but not limited to Terraform Enterprise, Ansible Automation Platform, Vault, and Packer. Collaborate with development, operations, security, and COE teams to ensure seamless integration and secure & consistent automation practices. Establish and develop operational standards, documentation, and lifecycle management processes. Integrate self‑service, CMDB, platform security, Products management, observability, and other solutions. Monitor system performance, troubleshoot issues, and optimize the platform for high availability and resilience. Implement and manage CI/CD pipelines and GitOps workflows using tools such as GitLab, Jenkins, or ArgClient. Provide guidance and training to other engineers on automation platforms and related technologies and develop related documentation. Stay current with industry trends, emerging technologies, and best practices related to automation platforms, containerization, and cloud‑native architectures. Provide supplemental VMWare vSphere/VCF support: deployment and configuration of ESXi hosts, storage and performance monitoring, and performing security updates. Provide supplemental Kubernetes/Container support: troubleshooting client app issues, deployment and configuration, storage and performance monitoring, and performing security updates. Participate in a 24/7 on‑call rotation and respond to issues with systems and technologies supported by the team. Top Required Skills Proven expertise in automation platform deployment and administration (Terraform, Ansible, Packer, Vault, etc.) Strong understanding of platform automation architecture, components, and ecosystem, including hands‑on experience. Automation pipeline development and CI/CD integration. Scripting and troubleshooting proficiency (Python, PowerShell, Bash, etc.) System reliability and observability (Prometheus, Grafana, etc.) Security and access management (SSO, RBAC, PKI) Strong problem‑solving skills, with a proactive and collaborative approach to troubleshooting and issue resolution. Background in infrastructure lifecycle management and capacity planning. Solid foundation in infrastructure including understanding of database, networking, DNS, load balancing, storage, and backup concepts and solutions. Preferred Qualifications Experience designing hybrid automation architectures from the ground up. Certified Kubernetes Administrator (CKA) or Certified Kubernetes Application Developer (CKAD) certification. Red Hat Certified Specialist in OpenShift Administration. Familiarity with security best practices for containerized applications and Kubernetes environments, including role‑based access control (RBAC) and network policies. Experience with database management systems (DBMS) in a Kubernetes context, such as PostgreSQL, MySQL, ArangoDB, or MongoDB. Experience in agile development methodologies, including Scrum and Kanban. Knowledge of container orchestration and cloud‑native tooling (Helm, ArgClient, Flux). Familiarity with policy‑as‑code and compliance automation (OPA, Sentinel, Kyverno). Exposure to cost optimization, monitoring, and governance frameworks in large environments. What soft skill requirements do you have (team fit and personality requirements)? Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively in a cross‑functional team environment. Ability to lead, collaborate, or work effectively in a variety of teams, including multi‑disciplinary teams Excellent problem‑solving skills Accountable and owns reliability, documentation, and planning for capacity and scalability. Curious, passionate and champion for new technologies Skilled at working through ambiguity and in environments where standards are still being formed. Required Years of Experience Minimum of 5 -8 years of experience in software systems engineering, with a focus on infrastructure engineering, DevOps, or platform operations. Minimum of 2 years of hands‑on experience administering automation or IaC platforms (Terraform, Ansible, etc.). Education Minimum High School Diploma or equivalency (required) Are any certification required: No, but here are some that would be beneficial for this role. HashiCorp Certified: Terraform Associate Red Hat Certified Engineer (RHCE) or Ansible Automation Specialist VMware Certified Profession (VCP) – Data Center or Cloud Management AWS/Azure/GCP Associate Certification Certified Kubernetes Administrator (CKA) Red Hat Certified Specialist - OpenShift Administration Are there any specific companies/industries you’d like to see in the candidate’s experience? Preference for candidates with experience in the utility industry or other regulated industry. At a minimum candidates should have experience in large organizations with geographically dispersed systems that they were responsible for. #J-18808-Ljbffr Integrated Resources, Inc.