Job Description

Job Description: Systems Engineer

Candidate will work within a team to collaboratively support a major customer program. The team will collectively be responsible for overseeing integration and deployment of network management software; interfacing with 3rd party data collection stream(s); establishing workflows to automate deployment, configuration, and monitoring of hardware/software systems; configuration, remote management, and troubleshooting of test/lab equipment, including root cause analysis; working with software and hardware development teams for requirements, integration, testing activities. Candidates with skills/experience in any of the above areas are encouraged to apply.Major Functional Areas and

Description of Duties:

• Hands-on integration of software and hardware components including software installation and configuration, network configuration, and telecommunications hardware integration.
• Implements and validates IT system solutions for networking, computing, and our propriety communications equipment including conceptional, functional, and physical views.
• Executes test procedures to verify system functionally and perform system debug.
• Conducts factory acceptance tests, site acceptance tests, failure location and analysis.
• Creates and reviews technical documentation supporting production build (e.g., rack layouts, cable plans, system layouts, system configuration, build of materials, build plans/instructions).
• Collaborates with internal teams (e.g., program management, hardware & software development, solution architects, test engineering, field engineering, production) for total project success.
• Supports system production team to troubleshoot and solve production issues.
• Participates in on-site installations, integration, testing and maintenance activities.
• Analyzes site and contract information to determine, recommend, and plan layout for type of computers and peripheral equipment, or modifications to existing equipment and systems that will provide capability for proposed project or work load, efficient operation, and effective use of allotted space.
• Ensures adherence to industry standards, regulations, and best practices.
• May participate in remote system monitoring, maintenance, and tier 2 on call support.

Experience in the following technologies:

• Windows /Linux Systems Engineering
• Proficient in Scripting Languages and Datbases (SQL and NoSQL databases, PostgreSQL, MySQL, MongoDB)
• Ticketing and reporting tools
• Exposure to the following tools: Network analysis tools, Containers, System monitoring tools, Virtualization and Data replication and storage, System security management and intrusion detection tools, Telecommunications protocols and routing and networking technologies

Qualifications:

• BS in Information Technology, Information Systems, Electrical Engineering/Computer Science, Mechanical Engineering or equivalent experience with IT systems and engineering.
• 3-5 years’ experience in Systems Engineering integrating, deploying, and supporting integrated hardware and software solutions in the area of networking and communications.
• Demonstrates the ability to implement and apply best-practice system engineering concepts.
• Excellent problem solving, analytical, and technical troubleshooting skills.
• Highly organized with strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Must be willing to travel up to 20% depending on project requirements. Customer sites for system installations, testing, on-site troubleshooting as required