Senior Systems Administrator

Blueprint is a technology solutions firm headquartered in Bellevue, Washington, with a strong presence across the United States. We help organizations unlock value from existing assets by leveraging cutting‑edge technology to create additional revenue streams and new lines of business. Our teams work across infrastructure, cloud, AI, product development, and enterprise solutions to solve complex technical challenges for some of the world’s most recognized organizations. Senior Systems Administrator We are seeking a Senior Systems Administrator to support advanced research and development lab environments focused on server infrastructure, hardware operations, test automation support, and enterprise systems administration. This role is highly hands‑on and combines traditional systems administration with hardware deployment, infrastructure troubleshooting, lab operations, and environment management within fast‑paced engineering and development ecosystems. The ideal candidate is comfortable working directly with physical hardware and enterprise infrastructure while also supporting virtualized systems, operating systems, automation environments, and internal lab operations. This individual should thrive in technically complex environments where priorities shift quickly and collaboration with engineering, development, and infrastructure teams is essential. In This Role In this role, you will support complex lab and development environments by deploying, maintaining, troubleshooting, and optimizing server and client infrastructure. You will partner closely with engineering and operations teams to ensure hardware, networking, virtualization, and operating systems are functioning reliably across test and development environments. You will also assist with lab expansion efforts, hardware lifecycle management, automation support, and infrastructure documentation while helping maintain operational excellence across multiple technical workstreams. Responsibilities Administer and support Windows Server and Linux‑based lab environments Deploy, configure, image, and maintain servers, desktops, laptops, and specialized test hardware Build and support virtualized environments using Hyper‑V and related technologies Configure and troubleshoot Active Directory, DNS, networking, and remote access systems Support hardware deployment activities including rack‑and‑stack, cabling, KVM configuration, and device onboarding Perform break/fix troubleshooting across server, network, firmware, operating system, and infrastructure components Conduct firmware updates, hardware diagnostics, and root cause analysis Monitor and maintain lab infrastructure health, capacity, and operational readiness Support test automation and engineering teams with infrastructure setup and maintenance Configure and support remote management tools such as iLO, iDRAC, KVMoIP, and console access systems Maintain inventory, asset tracking, and operational documentation Coordinate equipment moves, deployments, and decommissioning activities Utilize ticketing and operational management systems such as ServiceNow or equivalent Participate in infrastructure planning, environment optimization, and operational improvement initiatives Ensure compliance with operational, safety, and security standards Work Breakdown 60% Systems administration and infrastructure support 25% Hardware deployment, troubleshooting, and lab operations 10% Documentation, ticketing, and operational coordination 5% Meetings and cross‑functional collaboration Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in Information Systems, Computer Science, Engineering, or equivalent practical experience preferred 5+ years of systems administration experience in enterprise, lab, or infrastructure‑heavy environments Experience with virtualization technologies including Hyper‑V Hands‑on experience with server hardware deployment and troubleshooting Experience supporting networking infrastructure and cabling within lab or data center environments Familiarity with Active Directory, DNS, imaging, patching, and endpoint management tools Experience with remote management platforms such as iLO, iDRAC, KVM systems, or equivalent Strong troubleshooting and root cause analysis skills across hardware and software systems Experience working within fast‑paced engineering, R&D, or test lab environments preferred Excellent communication, organizational, and documentation skillsAbility to manage multiple priorities and respond effectively to operational issues Ability to lift and move equipment as needed within lab environments Ability to work onsite in Redmond, WA Preferred Qualifications Experience supporting pre‑production or engineering lab environments Experience with SCCM, Azure, or enterprise endpoint management tools Experience supporting firmware validation or hardware testing environments Familiarity with Linux administration and scripting CompTIA A+, Network+, or similar infrastructure certifications Experience supporting enterprise‑scale deployment and automation environments Salary Range At Blueprint, we strive to offer competitive pay that reflects the value of our team members. Compensation for this role is influenced by a variety of factors, including skills, education, responsibilities, experience, and geographic market. For candidates based in Washington State, the anticipated salary range is $38.46 to $48.08 USD/hour, with a midpoint of $43.27 USD/hour . Please note that we typically do not hire new employees at the top of the posted range. Actual starting pay will be determined based on experience, skills, and internal equity. The final salary and job title may vary depending on the selected candidate’s qualifications and could fall outside the stated range. Equal Opportunity Employer Blueprint Technologies, LLC is an equal employment opportunity employer. Qualified applicants are considered without regard to race, color, age, disability, sex, gender identity or expression, orientation, veteran/military status, religion, national origin, ancestry, marital, or familial status, genetic information, citizenship, or any other status protected by law. If you need assistance or a reasonable accommodation to complete the application process, please reach out to View email address on click.appcast.io . Medical, dental, and vision coverage Flexible Spending Account 401(k) program Competitive PTO offerings Opportunities for professional growth and development Location: Onsite – Redmond, WA #J-18808-Ljbffr Blueprint Consulting Services