Systems Engineer

Key Responsibilities

• Deploying, operating and maintaining web services within the Client's AWS cloud environment (and other cloud service providers).
• Working with Infrastructure as code (IaC) technologies including AWS Cloud Formation.
• Implementing and managing CI/CD pipelines with Jenkins.
• Using Infrastructure as Code tools; Terraform and CloudFormation.
• AWS services (to include EC2, S3, RDS, Lambda, VPC, IAM, and CloudWatch)
• Containerization such as Docker and Podman.
• Strong scripting proficiency: Bash and Python.
• Database self-hosting including installation, configuration, backup/recovery, high availability, and performance tuning using PostgreSQL and MySQL.
• Monitoring, logging, and alerting systems; Prometheus/Alertmanager and CloudWatch.
• Integrating and deploying diverse software systems: AWS cloud services, open-source applications, COTS/GOTS products, and custom applications.
• Networking, security, IAM policies, and AWS architecture best practices.
• Using Git-based workflows, branching strategies, and version control best practices.

Highly Desired Qualifications

• Deploying and managing data platform components: Apache Spark, Trino, Apache Ranger, Apache Iceberg, Apache Superset, or data catalogs.
• Using Data lakehouse architectures and supporting infrastructure.Secrets management solutions such as AWS Secrets Manager or Parameter Store.
• Disaster recovery, backup strategies, and continuity planning.
• Using or familiarity with API gateways and modern microservices patterns.
• Cost optimization practices in AWS.
• Background deploying and supporting AI/ML workloads or model serving infrastructure.
• Mentoring team members on DevOps and cloud best practices.
• NoSQL databases such as DynamoDB or MongoDB, etc.
• Additional monitoring tools such as Grafanaor ELK stack.
• Integrating Sponsor’s Enterprise services.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills with both technical and non-technical audiences.
• Linux Operating Systems
• Agile/Scrum development methodologies in a fast-paced, collaborative team environment.
• Working effectively in high-performing, cross-functional teams with multiple concurrent projects.
• Working directly with stakeholders to gather requirements, understand needs, and translate them into technical solutions with minimal oversight.
• Self-directed work with a strong ownership mentality and commitment to code quality, testing, and documentation.
• Context-switching between projects and systems as priorities demand.

What We Offer You

• Highly Competitive Salary: Recognizing and rewarding your expertise and contributions.
• Generous Paid Time Off: Providing ample time for rest, relaxation, and personal pursuits.
• Dedicated Training Budget: Supporting continuous learning and professional development.
• 100% Employer-Covered Family Vision, Dental, and Health Insurance: Ensuring comprehensive health coverage for you and your family.
• 100% Employer-Covered Life and Disability Insurance: Offering financial security and peace of mind.
• 401(k) Plan with a 6% Employer Match: Helping you plan and save for a secure retirement, with 100% vesting from day one.
• 11 Paid Government Holidays: Observing national holidays to ensure time off with family and friends.
• Spot Bonuses for Exceptional Performance: Rewarding outstanding contributions and achievements.