Posted 3 months ago
Mid-Level Systems Engineer
Tysons, Virginia, United StatesRemoteFull-time
AI Summary
Mid-level Systems Engineer designs and maintains application infrastructure, monitors system performance, implements security and redundancy, automates tasks, troubleshoots issues, and collaborates with cross-functional teams. Includes on-call rotation.
About this role
The Systems Engineer is responsible the applications infrastructure across all networks. Technical support to make application security compliant. Responsible for tech precepts implementation and part of a 24/7 on call rotation.
Key Responsibilities
- System Design & Implementation: Design, install, configure, and test operating systems, application software, and system management tools.
- Monitoring & Maintenance: Proactively monitor system performance, identify bottlenecks, and implement solutions to ensure high availability.
- Security & Redundancy: Implement and maintain robust security measures, backup strategies, and disaster recovery plans.
- Automation & Scripting: Develop custom scripts to automate tasks and improve system efficiency.
- Troubleshooting: Diagnose and resolve complex technical issues across hardware, software, and network components.
- Collaboration: Work closely with developers, management, and other departments to understand requirements and deliver solutions.
- Documentation: Create and maintain detailed documentation for system architecture, procedures, and support.
- Technology Evaluation: Research and assess emerging technologies for potential upgrades or new implementations.
Requirements
- Experience: 2+ years of experience in system engineering, testing, or DevOps roles.
- CI/CD Knowledge: Proven experience configuring CI/CD pipelines and automated testing tools.
- Technical Skills: Strong working knowledge of Linux/Unix, version control (Git), and scripting languages (Python, Bash, or similar).
- Methodology: Familiarity with Agile development practices.
- Education: Bachelor’s degree in STEM field (Science, Technology, Engineering, Math)
Preferred Skills:
- Experience with Infrastructure as Code (IaC) tools like Terraform or Ansible.
- Familiarity with containerization technologies (Docker, Kubernetes).
- Experience with test frameworks
Desired Attributes:
- Strategic thinking and big-picture perspective.
- Strong time management and organizational skills.
- A passion for IT and continuous learning.
Benefits
Eligibility requirements apply.
- Employer-Paid Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision)
- Retirement Plan (401k, IRA) with a generous matching program
- Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary & AD&D)
- Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick & Public Holidays)
- Short Term & Long Term Disability
- Training & Development
- Employee Assistance Program
Skills
AnsibleBashCI/CDDockerGitKubernetesLinuxPythonTerraformUnix
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