Job Title: IDCS Systems Engineer
Location: Piscataway, New Jersey
Job Description
WHAT THE COMPANY DOES: Configure Racks for physical Data Centers and have them ready for install
LOCATION: Piscataway, NJ
Position: Onsite
Relocation: Yes (with relo package)
ABOUT THE TEAM: 2 Leads
5/6 associate Engineers
5/6 System Engineers
MUST HAVE SKILLSETS
Extremely proficient in Linux and installing various flavors onto actual servers - Deployment on physical hardware, understanding RAID and configuring bios, Using Ubuntu and Firmware, configuring racks
or
Proficient in Shell Scripting/Bash/python
or
Proficient in Networking (Cisco Switches)
Responsibilities
Include but not limited to:
Install, configure, validate, and troubleshoot data center hardware, software, and systems
Maintain internal infrastructure, network, and automation environment by debugging and troubleshooting connectivity issues
Write and maintain custom scripts to automate tasks including configuration and hardware verification in order to increase efficiency and remove human error
Collaborate with team members to troubleshoot and help improve the design of automation, information, and operational support systems
Quickly and efficiently respond to error messages received and identify and troubleshoot the hardware and/or software issues
Collaborate with internal Project Management and Quality Control teams in order to determine integration requirements, expectations, and timelines
Collaborate with team to streamline builds and create a fluid environment so that each team member can pick up the project where another has left off
Recognize build problems and escalate issues to the Systems Engineer Lead
Must be reliable and dependable and see tasks through to completion
Qualifications
Bachelor's Degree in technology related discipline or relevant work experience required
Minimum 2 years of working experience in installing, configuring and troubleshooting servers, switches, routers, firewalls, and other datacenter appliances.
Minimum 2 years of working experience in installing, configuring and troubleshooting UNIX/Linux/Windows Server/ESXi environments
Minimum 2 years of infrastructure and network monitoring/management system
Minimum 2 years of experience working with large scale IT projects related to deployment and configuration.
Experience with scripting (e.g., Python, shell scripts, Perl)
Minimum 1 years of experience leading technical projects
Minimum 1 years of customer facing experience
Minimum 1 years of experience troubleshooting advanced hardware and software issues
Required Skills
Motivated, disciplined, and able to produce quality results under pressure.
Networking skills, OSI network layers, TCP/IP, DHCP, DNS, Routing
Strong critical thinking and problem-solving skills and ability to learn new technologies.
Ability to work individually without much direction while also working as part of a team
Ability to recognize knowledge gaps and consult others instead of moving forward without expertise.
Ability to multitask while retaining strong attention to detail and produce quality results
Excellent communication skills (verbal & written) and ability to articulate ideas succinctly.
Scripting skills (e.g., Python, shell scripts)
Ability to obtain certifications as needed
Share knowledge with other team members and hand off tasks to techs when necessary
Preferred Qualifications/Skills:
Experience with infrastructure automation tools (xCAT, Ansible, Cobbler, Chef, etc.)
Experience working with RESTful APIs.
Experience and capable operating in CLI-based environments.
Experience with modern data center technologies and concepts.
Certifications in technology related disciplines such as Networking (CCNA, CCNP) or Server Infrastructure (MCSE) is desired but not mandatory.
Unique Requirements
Extended hours are required to complete some special projects
Position requires the ability to move or lift up to 50lbs
Additional Information
The estimated annual pay range for this position is open Based on Experience which includes a base salary and bonus or C2H but must be a US Citizen or GC holder as this is a FTE role and not pure contract.
The compensation for this position is dependent on job-related knowledge, skills, experience, and market location and, therefore, will vary from individual to individual.
Benefits may include, but are not limited to, medical, vision, dental, 401K, and flexible spending.
Employment Type: Full-Time
Salary: $ 100.00 180.00 Per Year
