Senior Systems Engineer

Saronic Technologies · Austin, TX · 1 mo ago

On-siteInformation TechnologyFull-time

About the role

We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated Senior Systems Engineer to lead the design, deployment, and ongoing maintenance of our data center infrastructure. This position is critical to supporting our mission-critical systems and ensuring high availability, scalability, and performance across both on-premise and cloud environments. The ideal candidate will thrive in a fast-paced, high-growth environment and have deep technical expertise in both Windows and Linux environments, monitoring, disaster recovery, virtualization, cloud services, storage, and high-performance computing (HPC).

Responsibilities

Lead architecture, deployment, and lifecycle management of data center infrastructure components.
Design and implement scalable, secure, and resilient systems in hybrid environments (on-prem and cloud).
Administer and maintain enterprise Windows and Linux systems.
Develop and enforce backup, disaster recovery, and business continuity strategies.
Optimize storage and compute infrastructure for high performance and cost-effectiveness.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to support application needs and integration projects.
Document systems designs, procedures, configurations, and provide knowledge transfer.
Proactively monitor systems performance and reliability, and troubleshoot issues as they arise.
Ensure compliance with industry standards and internal security policies.
Participate in an on-call rotation and respond to incidents with urgency and professionalism.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Information Systems, Engineering, or related field (or equivalent experience).
7+ years of experience in systems engineering or infrastructure roles.
Proficiency in both Windows Server and Linux (RHEL/CentOS/Ubuntu) environments.
Proven experience in data center design, build-out, and operations.
Strong knowledge of backup and disaster recovery solutions (e.g., Veeam, Commvault, Rubrik).
Experience with cloud platforms such as AWS/AWS GovCloud, Azure, or GCP.
Familiarity with enterprise storage solutions (e.g., NetApp, Dell EMC, Ceph).
Experience with virtualization technologies (e.g., VMware, Hyper-V).
Strong scripting and automation skills (e.g., PowerShell, Bash, Python).
Understanding of networking fundamentals and integration with infrastructure systems.
Excellent problem-solving skills, with the ability to multitask and work under pressure.

Physical Demands

Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
Occasional standing and walking within the office.
Manual dexterity to operate a computer keyboard, mouse, and other office equipment.
Visual acuity to read screens, documents, and reports.
Occasional reaching, bending, or stooping to access file drawers, cabinets, or office supplies.
Lifting and carrying items up to 20 pounds occasionally (e.g., office supplies, packages).

Benefits

Medical Insurance: Comprehensive health insurance plans covering a range of services. Saronic pays 100% of the premium for employees and 80% for dependents.
Dental and Vision Insurance: Coverage for routine dental check-ups, orthodontics, and vision care. Saronic pays 100% of the premium under the basic plan for employees and 80% for dependents.
Time Off: Generous PTO and holidays.
Parental Leave: Paid maternity and paternity leave to support new parents.
Retirement Plan: 401(k) plan with company match.
Stock Options: Equity options to give employees a stake in the company’s success.
Life and Disability Insurance: Basic life insurance and short- and long-term disability coverage.
Pet Insurance: Discounted pet insurance options including 24/7 Telehealth helpline.
Additional Perks: Free lunch benefit and unlimited free drinks and snacks in the office.

If this role is based in the United States, it requires access to export-controlled information or items that require “U.S. Person” status. As defined by U.S. law, individuals who are any one of the following are considered to be a “U.S. Person”: (1) U.S. citizens, (2) legal permanent residents (a.k.a. green card holders), and (3) certain protected classes of asylees and refugees, as defined in 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3).