SYSTEM ENGINEER / SENIOR

Company: Motion Recruitment
Location: Evanston
Posted on: November 13, 2024

Job Description:

Exciting job opportunity with a prestigious university in the Greater Chicago Area. They are seeking a Senior Systems Engineer to join their IT Cyber Platform Services team. This full-time position offers an exciting opportunity to support multi-tier enterprise application environments in a collaborative and innovative work setting. The ideal candidate will have extensive system administration skills across Unix and Windows platforms, with a strong technical background in infrastructure automation and excellent communication aptitude.

The university offers more than just a job - it's a chance to grow professionally while contributing to a world-class institution in a state-of-the-art environment. As a Senior Systems Engineer, you'll be challenged to think critically, innovate, and build automated solutions using cutting-edge technologies like Ansible and Terraform. You'll have the opportunity to shape the future of their IT infrastructure while working alongside talented peers. Plus, you'll enjoy an excellent work-life balance, comprehensive benefits, and the chance to further your education at an elite university. If you have a decade or more of experience and are looking for a new role where you can make a lasting impact, this is the opportunity for you!

Required Skills & Experience

• Bachelor's degree in a related field
• 10-12 years of System Administration or relevant experience
• Advanced knowledge of Unix and Windows operating Systems
• Strong experience with Ansible and Terraform
• Experience in software/application support and maintenance
• Coding capabilities (scripting and/ or software development)
• Excellent problem-solving and technical troubleshooting skills
• Strong database management skills
• Effective written and verbal communication skills Desired Skills & Experience
  • Cloud integration experience
  • Advanced troubleshooting skills
  • Cross-organizational communication skills
  • Presentation and facilitation skills
  • ITSM (Service Request, Incident, Change) management experience
  • Basic project management experience What You Will Be Doing
    Tech Breakdown
    • 40% Unix administration
    • 40% Windows Server administration
    • 20% Infrastructure automation (Ansible, Terraform) Daily Responsibilities
      • 60% Hands-On system administration and troubleshooting
      • 20% Project management and service ownership
      • 20% Team collaboration and communication
        The Offer
        • Bonus OR Commission eligible You will receive the following benefits:
          • Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
          • Vacation Time
          • Stock Options
            Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the US on a full-time basis now and in the future.
            
            Posted by: Kylie Lenz
            
            Specialization: System Administration

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