Senior System Engineer

Primary Responsibilities

• Ensure all Linux systems adhere to IT compliance and security controls through proper configuration, patching, and maintenance, with strong adherence to Linux security best practices.
• Maintain system performance and ensure high availability.
• Develop, implement, and execute disaster recovery plans and procedures.
• Perform regular system monitoring and verify the integrity and availability of hardware, server resources, systems, and key processes.
• Install and configure physical and virtual servers to support AI workloads.
• Administer and manage J2EE-based applications on Linux platforms.
• Administer and manage high-performance clusters running Linux operating systems.
• Support COTS and internally developed applications.
• Monitor Oracle database availability, including RMAN backups and data recovery procedures.
• Implement high-availability strategies for Linux servers and virtualization platforms.
• Collaborate with IT staff to ensure proper network segmentation and security controls, including iSCSI SAN connectivity.
• Maintain strong knowledge of storage solutions and subsystems, including multipathing, LVM, XFS, and udev rules.
• Develop and maintain automation scripts using Python or Bash.
• Leverage configuration management and provisioning tools (e.g., Terraform, Ansible) to automate deployments and maintain system consistency.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree of Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field.
• Pursuant to NN-801/U-NNPI requirements, applicants must be U.S. citizens.
• Minimum 8-10 years of experience in Linux system administration, including management of enterprise-level applications and high-performance clusters.
• Strong experience managing virtualization platforms such as OpenShift and VMware.
• Knowledge of high-availability and disaster recovery strategies.
• Experience managing and configuring enterprise application and middleware systems.
• Strong problem-solving and communication skills.
• Experience with RHEL 7/8/9 and AI distributions.
• Experience working with F5 load balancers.
• Cloud experience (Azure or AWS).

Pay

Annual compensation based on skills and experience ranging from $125,000 - $145,000.

Schedule

Flexibility to work remotely or in the office, depending on business needs and role requirements.

Benefits

• Industry-leading medical, dental, and vision coverage with a generous employer premium contribution and Day 1 eligibility!
• FLEX Program – Hybrid work opportunities available for eligible roles, where business needs and role requirements allow.
• 401(k) retirement plan with up to a 5% company match and immediate vesting to support long-term financial security.
• Paid time off and 11 paid holidays to support rest, balance, and recharge.
• Wellness program offering rewards for participation in company-supported health initiatives.
• Commuter benefits supporting mass transit and commuter parking options.
• Company-paid life and AD&D insurance for added peace of mind.
• Education assistance to support continued education and professional growth.
• Employee support and voluntary benefits, including an Employee Assistance Program and optional coverage such as disability, legal, identity theft, and insurance programs.