IT Senior Systems Engineer
About the role
Design, implement, administer, optimize, and support enterprise VMware, VDI, Windows Server, RDS, and related systems infrastructure. Own VMware Horizon/VDI architecture, performance, lifecycle, and support while partnering on storage and other shared infrastructure. Lead complex systems infrastructure projects and provide technical direction on scalable, resilient, secure, and maintainable solutions. Administer and troubleshoot Windows Server environments and shared Microsoft infrastructure, including Active Directory, Group Policy, DNS, DHCP, and certificates. Plan and execute upgrades, patching, capacity improvements, and lifecycle changes while maintaining availability and minimizing operational impact. Partner with Cybersecurity and infrastructure teams to reduce risk, remediate vulnerabilities, strengthen resiliency, and support backup and disaster recovery readiness. Monitor performance, capacity, availability, and trends; improve automation, documentation, standards, and operating practices. Support physical server infrastructure as needed and maintain working knowledge of enterprise storage and growing cloud environments. Mentor Systems Engineers and other technical staff by sharing knowledge, reviewing approaches, and promoting sound engineering practices.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field; or an equivalent combination of education, certifications, and experience demonstrating the knowledge, skills, and abilities required for the position.
- Demonstrated experience designing, implementing, troubleshooting, and supporting enterprise VMware vSphere/ESXi, VMware Horizon/VDI, Windows Server, and related infrastructure.
- Working knowledge of Active Directory, Group Policy, storage, backup/recovery, and hybrid cloud environments.
- PowerShell, scripting, or automation experience is desirable.
- Strong analytical, communication, collaboration, and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to manage competing priorities independently, mentor technical staff, and a commitment to continuous learning.
Benefits
- Medical, dental, vision, basic life insurance and disability insurance for employees and dependents.
- Washington State PERS enrollment and eligibility to enroll in deferred compensation plans.
- Eight hours of vacation leave and eight hours of sick leave every month.
- Twelve paid holidays throughout the calendar year.
Pay
- $87,495 – $110,112 – $132,729