Systems Development Engineer

C2C OR VISA SPONSORSHIP IS NOT AVAILABLE FOR THIS POSITION *** *** THIS POSITION REQUIRES CANDIDATES TO BE ON-SITE 5 DAYS PER WEEK IN REDMOND, WASHINGTON *** Top Skills + Linux experience (preferably Ubuntu); need to be able to log into Linux servers + Python scripting experience (being able to create custom automation scripts from scratch, not just patching) Nice-to-Have Skills + Networking fundamentals and network hardware troubleshooting + Experience working with RF and lab set ups, and tools such as Oscilloscope, Multimeter, Signal Generator, Spectrum Analyzer Description The successful engineer in this role will: + Understand how commodity servers, operating systems and networks function, perform and scale. + Possess superb troubleshooting, project management and problem analysis skills. + Drive technical innovation and efficiency in infrastructure operations via automation. + Design server monitoring and management solutions using automation and self-repair. + Create processes that enhance operational workflow and provide positive customer impact. + Dive deep to resolve problems at their root, looking for failure patterns amenable to long-term solutions via simplification and automation. + Avoid re-inventing the wheel and prefer appropriately simple, repeatable solutions over more complex and failure prone ones. + Recognize and adopt best practices in documentation, testing, security, operational support at scale, and efficient use of resources. + Develop appropriate metrics to demonstrate performance at improving operational efficiency. Core Requirements: + In depth knowledge of & experience deploying and operating Linux or other UNIX variants in a datacenter environment. + Relentless passion for frugality and out-of-the-box engineering. + Strong system troubleshooting skills. + Proficiency and experience in automation via 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. + Knowledge of VCS (git, mercurial, svn). + Experience deploying or managing servers in large-scale, geographically diverse environments. + Understanding & experience of managing and monitoring large scale disk sub-systems. + Operational knowledge of common enterprise switching and routing platforms Skills Linux, hardware, debugging, cabling Additional Skills & Qualifications REQUIRED SKILLS + In depth knowledge of & experience deploying and operating Linux or other UNIX variants in a datacenter environment. + Relentless passion for frugality and out-of-the-box engineering. + Strong system troubleshooting skills. + Proficiency and experience in automation via 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. + Experience deploying or managing servers in large-scale, geographically diverse environments. + Understanding & experience of managing and monitoring large scale disk sub-systems. + Operational knowledge of common enterprise switching and routing platforms We reserve the right to pay above or below the posted wage based on factors unrelated to sex, race, or any other protected classification. Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. This temporary role may be eligible for the following: + Medical, dental & vision + 401(k)/Roth + Insurance (Basic/Supplemental Life & AD&D) + Short and long-term disability + Health and Dependent Care Spending Accounts (HAS & DCFSA) + Transportation benefits + Employee Assistance Program + Time off/Leave (PTO, Vacation, or Sick Leave) Pay and Benefits The pay range for this position is $65.00 - $95.00/hr. Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: Medical, dental & vision Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital 401(k) Retirement Plan - Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) Short and long-term disability Health Spending Account (HSA) Transportation benefits Employee Assistance Program Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave) Workplace Type This is a fully onsite position in Redmond,WA. Application Deadline This position is anticipated to close on Jun 6, 2025. About TEKsystems and TEKsystems Global Services We're a leading provider of business and technology services. We accelerate business transformation for our customers. Our expertise in strategy, design, execution and operations unlocks business value through a range of solutions. We're a team of 80,000 strong, working with over 6,000 customers, including 80% of the Fortune 500 across North America, Europe and Asia, who partner with us for our scale, full-stack capabilities and speed. We're strategic thinkers, hands-on collaborators, helping customers capitalize on change and master the momentum of technology. We're building tomorrow by delivering business outcomes and making positive impacts in our global communities. TEKsystems and TEKsystems Global Services are Allegis Group companies. Learn more at TEKsystems.com. The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.