Systems Engineer - Early Career

About the role

We are looking for a Systems Engineer to join our Infrastructure Engineering team. This role is ideal for a recent graduate who is passionate about Python development, automation, and large-scale infrastructure systems.

What You’ll Do

• Develop Python scripts and automation tools that improve infrastructure operations and engineering workflows
• Build utilities for collecting, analyzing, and reporting infrastructure data from servers, networks, and cloud environments
• Create dashboards, reports, and automation workflows that improve system visibility and operational efficiency
• Assist with the development of internal tools used by Systems and Network Engineering teams
• Work with APIs, databases, and infrastructure services to automate repetitive operational tasks
• Help improve monitoring, observability, and telemetry systems through scripting and data analysis
• Participate in code reviews, design discussions, and engineering team meetings
• Document tools, processes, and automation workflows for internal users
• Collaborate with senior engineers on projects involving compute, networking, cloud, and platform infrastructure

Minimum Qualifications

• Graduated with a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Software Engineering, Information Systems, or a related technical field
• Experience programming in Python through coursework, personal projects, internships, or open-source contributions
• Understanding of fundamental computer science concepts and software development practices
• Familiarity with Linux command-line environments
• Basic understanding of networking concepts such as TCP/IP, DNS, and HTTP
• Strong problem-solving skills and willingness to learn
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• 0–2 years of professional work experience in a related field

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience building Python applications, automation tools, or scripts
• Familiarity with Git and modern software development workflows
• Experience working with REST APIs
• Exposure to databases such as PostgreSQL, MySQL, or SQLite
• Familiarity with data analysis libraries such as Pandas
• Experience with Linux system administration or scripting
• Exposure to cloud platforms such as AWS, Azure, or GCP
• Familiarity with monitoring and observability tools
• Experience with Docker or containerized applications
• Interest in distributed systems, networking, infrastructure, or AI/HPC environments

Technologies You May Work With

• Python
• Git & GitHub
• Linux
• REST APIs
• SQL Databases
• Pandas
• Docker
• Prometheus & Grafana
• Cloud Infrastructure Platforms
• Infrastructure Automation Tools

What We’re Looking For

• Someone who enjoys solving problems through code and automation
• A self-starter who is curious about how large-scale infrastructure systems operate
• Strong attention to detail and a willingness to learn from experienced engineers
• An individual who can take a project from idea to implementation with guidance from mentors
• A team player who communicates effectively and seeks feedback
• Someone excited to build tools that make engineers more productive

What You’ll Gain

• Real-world experience developing software for production infrastructure environments
• Exposure to large-scale compute, networking, and cloud systems
• Experience with automation, observability, and operational tooling
• Opportunities to contribute meaningful code and projects used by engineering teams

Pay

The range below reflects the base salary for the position. Actual compensation may vary based on job-related factors such as skill set, experience, education, and location. In addition to base salary, this role may be eligible for bonus, equity, and/or commission programs. Nscale may offer a competitive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, flexible paid time off, parental leave, and retirement plan participation.

Salary Range: $80,000 - $130,000 USD

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