IT Systems and Network Engineer

Eliis Inc.; Rio de Janeiro; Hybrid; BRL 120,000 - 210,000; Full time

Job summary

Eliis Inc. in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, is seeking an IT Systems and Network Engineer with 3–5 years of experience to manage infrastructure across the Americas. The role involves NAS, VPNs, Windows/Linux servers, Docker, GitLab CI, and cloud environments (Azure, AWS).

You will support clients remotely and on site in Spanish or Portuguese, collaborating with the IT team in Montpellier in English.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of experience in IT support, system administration, and/or network administration.
• Experience with NAS systems, VPNs, and network troubleshooting.
• Strong Docker and microservices understanding; Linux and Windows server environments.

Responsibilities

• IT Support & Network Administration: configure NAS and secure VPNs for offices and clients.
• DevOps & Web Services: install and maintain Docker, CI (GitLab), and cloud services (Azure/AWS).
• System Administration: manage Windows environments, troubleshoot issues, implement security best practices.
• Client Support: remote and onsite assistance across the Americas; collaborate with Montpellier team in English.

Skills

NAS & VPN

Docker & microservices

GitLab CI

Windows & Linux servers

Cloud platforms (AWS/Azure)

English communication

Spanish/Portuguese fluent

Networking basics

Tools

Docker

GitLab CI

Azure

AWS

Kubernetes

Job description

We are looking for an IT Systems and Network Engineer with 3–5 years of experience to run our infrastructure across the Americas, from NAS, VPNs and Windows/Linux servers to Docker, GitLab CI and our Azure and AWS environments. You will support our clients remotely and on site in Spanish or Portuguese, and work closely in English with our IT team in Montpellier.

About Eliis

Founded in 2007, Eliis is a company of over 120 professionals with a strong international presence. We are recognized as a leading player in the geoscience software industry, delivering innovative and high-performance solutions—through our flagship seismic interpretation platform, PaleoScan™—to support major energy companies in addressing complex subsurface challenges.

Driven by our expertise and commitment to innovation, we aim to provide our clients with advanced tools that enable informed decision‑making and push the boundaries of subsurface interpretation. As part of our ongoing efforts to support the energy transition, we are also developing dedicated assessment solutions for the underground storage of CO₂.

About the Role

Location:Rio de Janeiro, Brazil (Hybrid)
Type:Full-time
Languages Required: English and Spanish or Portuguese (fluent)

Your Responsibilities

IT Support & Network Administration:

• Configure and maintain NAS systems to ensure secure data storage and access.
• Set up and manage secure VPNs for remote access across our regional offices and for clients.

DevOps & Web Services:

• Install, configure, and maintain Docker for microservices architecture to support our software and internal tools ( Azure, AWS environment)
• Install, configure and maintain our CI (gitlab)
• Collaborate on the deployment and automation of internal and client-facing services.

System Administration:

• Provide day-to-day system administration support, ensuring the smooth operation of Windows environments.
• Troubleshoot hardware, software, and network issues for both internal users and clients.
• Implement security best practices, including regular updates, backups, and access control management.

Client Support:

• Offer remote and onsite technical support to clients across the Americas, ensuring timely resolution of issues related to network, software, or system configurations.
• Work in close collaboration with the IT Manager based in Montpellier, France, using English for regular communication.
• Liaise with local clients in Spanish or Portuguese for technical support and troubleshooting.
• Report and follow up with the Product Team on any issues related to the software.

What You Bring

Education & Experience:

• Minimum 3-5 years of experience in IT support, system administration, and/or network administration roles.
• Proven experience with NAS systems, VPN , and network troubleshooting.
• Strong understanding of Docker and microservices architecture. Experience with Linux and Windows server environments.

Data Management:

• Experience with data management best practices, including data storage, retrieval, and backup procedures.
• Understanding of database management systems (DBMS) and data security protocols.
• Ability to work with structured and unstructured data, ensuring data integrity and consistency across different systems.

Skills:

• Solid understanding of network security and data protection protocols.
• Strong troubleshooting skills and ability to diagnose issues quickly.
• Excellent communication skills, able to work independently and collaborate with remote teams.
• Experience working with DevOps tools and web services is highly preferred.
• Ability to travel as needed for onsite client support across the Americas.
• Cloud & Infrastructure: Hands-on experience with cloud platforms (AWS, GCP, or Azure), Infrastructure as Code (Terraform/Ansible), and container orchestration (Kubernetes, Docker).
• Observability & Monitoring: Familiarity with monitoring, logging, and tracing tools like Prometheus, Grafana, or the ELK stack.
• Systems Fundamentals: Deep understanding of Linux/Unix internals, networking protocols (TCP/IP, DNS, HTTP), and distributed storage systems.

Plus (nice to have):

• Programming & Scripting: Strong proficiency in languages such as Python, Go, Java, C++, or Bash.

Why Join Us?

• Work on Cutting-Edge Technology in seismic interpretation & subsurface analysis.
• Be Part of a Global Team with colleagues across Europe, the Americas and beyond.
• Career Growth Opportunities in a dynamic company.
• Competitive Salary & Benefits package.
• Make an Impact in the Energy Industry by supporting key subsurface software solutions.