Sr. Systems Engineer - Hybrid - Manchester, CT

The Sr. Systems Engineer is responsible for the planning, design, and implementation of our rapidly growing systems infrastructure. As a key member of a talented team of engineers and administrators, you will deliver mission-critical infrastructure and ensure exceptional availability, performance, and security across our fully virtualized VMware environment.This role requires extensive experience with VMware, SAN architecture, Microsoft Server technologies, blade server infrastructure, and cloud migration to Microsoft Azure.This position follows a hybrid onsite work schedule.What You’ll Bring to Bob’sAt Bob’s Discount Furniture, we value the unique skills and experience each candidate brings. Success in this role requires deep technical expertise, strong problem-solving abilities, a commitment to operational excellence, and the ability to collaborate within a dynamic engineering team.Key Skills for SuccessCore Competencies & ExpertiseVirtualization Engineering (VMware vSphere 7 & 8): ESXi setup, configuration, VM rollout, maintenance, and troubleshootingInfrastructure Design & Optimization: Performance tuning, monitoring, and capacity planningSystems Administration: Windows Server, Linux, Active Directory, DNS, DHCP, Group PolicyServer Hardware Management: Blade server installation, configuration, and physical troubleshootingCloud Engineering (Microsoft Azure): On-prem to cloud workload migration, Azure services managementStorage & SAN Architecture: Experience with SAN technologies, including EquallogicDatabase Environment Support: SQL Server administration, performance tuning, optimizationAutomation & Scripting: PowerShell scripting for administration, deployment, and automationOperational Reliability: Root-cause analysis, incident response, and day-to-day systems health managementSecurity & Compliance: Adhering to company standards, technical procedures, and best practicesPreferred Competencies & SkillsVMware Certification (VCP)Microsoft Certified EngineerExperience with Exchange, Citrix, Linux administrationAzure certifications (AZ-104, AZ-305, etc.)Additional scripting experience (Python, Bash)Strong documentation skills and ability to create/maintain technical proceduresHow We Will Support Your SuccessBenefits & PerksCompetitive Medical, Dental, and Vision InsuranceGenerous paid time off—including vacation, personal days, sick time, holidays, and your birthday!401(k) Profit Sharing Plan with a generous company matchPet Insurance and employer-paid Life Insurance optionsProfessional Development: Tuition reimbursement, on-demand learning, and career pathwaysEmployee Discount starting Day 1 + exclusive partner discountsAnd so much more!Our Culture & Core ValuesWe foster a positive, inclusive, and skill-driven workplace rooted in our core values: Honesty, Integrity, Transparency, Community, Safety, Diversity, Accountability, and Fun. We support, celebrate, and grow together.Minimum QualificationsBachelor’s degree or equivalent experience5+ years of direct experience with VMware vSphere 7 & 8 environmentsExtensive experience with Microsoft Server products/applications (AD, DNS, DHCP, GPO, etc.)Experience troubleshooting Windows, Linux, and approved operating systemsUnderstanding of Windows systems administrationHands-on experience with Azure cloud services and migration strategiesProficiency in SQL Server administrationStrong PowerShell scripting skillsExcellent verbal and written communication skillsDiversity is a Core Value at Bob’sBob’s Discount Furniture is committed to creating a workplace as diverse as the communities we serve. We value every individual and provide equal employment opportunities without discrimination based on any protected status.Expected Base Pay Not Including Potential Commissions, Incentive, Bonus, etc. Opportunities:$110,000 - $145,000It is policy of Bob’s Discount Furniture, Inc., to provide equal employment opportunity to all employees and applicants for employment. No person shall be discriminated against or harassed because of race, religion, color, sex, age, national origin, disability, pregnancy, citizenship, veteran or military status, or any other protected status in accordance with federal, state or local law.If you would like to contact us regarding the accessibility of our website or need assistance completing the application process, please contact View email address on click.appcast.io. This contact information is for accommodation requests only and cannot be used to inquire about the status of applications.SummaryLocation: Corporate Headquarters Manchester CT; Remote CT; Remote RI; Remote MAType: Full time