Systems Engineer - Systems Engineer IV

Apex Systems

Job#: 2080209

Job Description:

Job Title: Systems Engineer

Contract: 12 Months

Location: Nashville, TN

Job Description:

    • Understand the functioning, performance, and scalability of commodity servers, operating systems, and networks.
    • Possess excellent troubleshooting, project management, and problem analysis skills.
    • Drive technical innovation and efficiency in infrastructure operations through automation.
    • Design server monitoring and management solutions using automation and self-repair techniques.
    • Create processes that enhance operational workflow and positively impact customers.
    • Dive deep to resolve problems at their root, identifying failure patterns and implementing long-term solutions through simplification and automation.
    • Prefer simple, repeatable solutions over complex, failure-prone ones.
    • Adopt best practices in documentation, testing, security, operational support at scale, and efficient resource use.
    • Develop metrics to demonstrate improvements in operational efficiency.

Core Requirements:

    • In-depth knowledge and experience in deploying and operating Linux or other UNIX variants in a datacenter environment.
    • A relentless passion for frugality and innovative engineering.
    • Strong system troubleshooting skills.
    • Proficiency in automation using Perl/Python programming and shell scripting.
    • Good understanding of standard internet protocols (Ethernet, ARP, IP, ICMP, UDP, TCP, SSL, DNS, HTTP, etc.).
    • Demonstrable grasp of security best practices in server configuration, tool development, and access controls.
    • Experience in building SQL queries.
  • Highly Desirable Attributes:
  • Knowledge of C, C++, or Java.
  • Familiarity with version control systems (git, mercurial, svn).
  • Understanding of AWS technologies.
  • Experience in deploying or managing servers in large-scale, geographically diverse environments.
  • Understanding and experience in managing and monitoring large-scale disk subsystems.
  • Operational knowledge of common enterprise switching and routing platforms.

EEO Employer

Apex Systems is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate or allow discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, genetic information, registered domestic partner status, marital status, disability, status as a crime victim, protected veteran status, political affiliation, union membership, or any other characteristic protected by law. Apex will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable law. If you have visited our website in search of information on employment opportunities or to apply for a position, and you require an accommodation in using our website for a search or application, please contact our Employee Services Department at employeeservices@apexsystems.com or 844-463-6178.

Apex Systems is a world-class IT services company that serves thousands of clients across the globe. When you join Apex, you become part of a team that values innovation, collaboration, and continuous learning. We offer quality career resources, training, certifications, development opportunities, and a comprehensive benefits package. Our commitment to excellence is reflected in many awards, including ClearlyRated's Best of Staffing® in Talent Satisfaction in the United States and Great Place to Work® in the United Kingdom and Mexico.

Apex Benefits Overview: Apex offers a range of supplemental benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and other insurance plans that offer an optional layer of financial protection. We offer an ESPP (employee stock purchase program) and a 401K program which allows you to contribute typically within 30 days of starting, with a company match after 12 months of tenure. Apex also offers a HSA (Health Savings Account on the HDHP plan), a SupportLinc Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with up to 8 free counseling sessions, a corporate discount savings program and other discounts. In terms of professional development, Apex hosts an on-demand training program, provides access to certification prep and a library of technical and leadership courses/books/seminars once you have 6+ months of tenure, and certification discounts and other perks to associations that include CompTIA and IIBA. Apex has a dedicated customer service team for our Consultants that can address questions around benefits and other resources, as well as a certified Career Coach. You can access a full list of our benefits, programs, support teams and resources within our ‘Welcome Packet’ as well, which an Apex team member can provide.

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