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Senior Systems Engineer

Senior Systems Engineer

Stone SearchJersey City, NJ, US
30+ days ago
Job type
  • Full-time
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Job Description

Job Description

Senior Systems Engineer / Core Infrastructure, VMware

  • US Citizens or GC Holders
  • On-site daily in Jersey City, NJ

Position Overview

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Senior Systems Engineer to join our IT Infrastructure team. This role focuses on the design, implementation, management, and optimization of core infrastructure systems with a specialization in VMware and related technologies. The Senior Systems Engineer will play a key role in ensuring the stability, scalability, and security of the organization’s IT infrastructure.

Key Responsibilities

  • Core Infrastructure Management
  • Design, deploy, and manage enterprise infrastructure, including servers, storage, and networking components.

  • Monitor system performance, troubleshoot issues, and implement improvements to ensure high availability and reliability.
  • Lead infrastructure-related projects, including upgrades, migrations, and system integrations.
  • VMware Administration
  • Architect, implement, and maintain VMware vSphere environments, including ESXi hosts and vCenter servers.

  • Optimize virtual infrastructure for performance, scalability, and cost-effectiveness.
  • Manage virtual machine provisioning, snapshots, and backups.
  • Configuration Management
  • Develop and maintain scripts (PowerShell, PowerCLI, Python, etc.) for system automation and process improvements.

  • Automate repetitive tasks, enhance monitoring capabilities, and ensure system configurations adhere to best practices.
  • Implement and maintain security measures to protect core infrastructure systems.
  • Ensure compliance with organizational policies, industry standards, and regulatory requirements.
  • Collaboration and Leadership
  • Work closely with cross-functional teams, including network engineers, database administrators, and application developers.

  • Mentor junior team members and provide technical leadership.
  • Document system configurations, processes, and workflows to ensure knowledge transfer.
  • Skills and Technologies

    Core Systems and Infrastructure :

  • Windows Servers : Configuration, management, and performance tuning
  • Active Directory (AD) : Management of users, groups, and roles
  • Group Policy (GPO) : Administration and customization
  • DNS and DHCP : Configuration and troubleshooting
  • Public Key Infrastructure (PKI) : Implementation and management
  • Virtualization : VMware vSphere, ESXi, and vCenter
  • VMware and Virtualization :

  • VMware vSphere, ESXi, and vCenter
  • Backup and replication tools : Veeam, Rubrik, Zerto, CommVault
  • High-availability design, clustering, and disaster recovery (D.R.) solutions
  • Multi-site failover and business continuity planning (BCP)
  • Storage Solutions :

  • SAN, NAS, and Storage Spaces Direct
  • Familiarity with NetApp, Dell EMC, and HPE storage solutions
  • Data retention, deduplication, and archiving strategies
  • Monitoring and Performance :

  • Tools : SolarWinds, SCOM, PRTG
  • Synthetic transactions and real-time alerting
  • Performance tuning for Windows servers and virtual environments
  • Root cause analysis for recurring performance issues
  • Qualifications

  • Education : Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field (or equivalent experience).
  • Experience : Minimum of 7 years of experience in IT infrastructure engineering, with at least 5 years focused on VMware technologies.
  • Certifications :
  • VMware certifications (e.g., VCP, VCAP, or VCDX) are strongly preferred.

  • Additional certifications such as Microsoft, Cisco, or cloud platform certifications (Azure / AWS) are a plus.
  • Soft Skills

  • Excellent problem-solving and analytical abilities.
  • Strong communication skills, both written and verbal.
  • Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.
  • Commitment to continuous learning and professional development.
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