IT Systems Engineer II - Launch (Linux)

JobSpace; Auckland; On-site; NZD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Rocket Lab Auckland is seeking an IT Systems Engineer II to deliver day-to-day IT support and advanced technical expertise to engineers. You will contribute to infrastructure projects, maintain global IT systems, and support mission-critical operations onsite at the Auckland facility.

The role requires 5+ years in IT, strong Linux/DevOps experience, and hands-on administration of Linux-based systems, with emphasis on reliability, security and operational excellence.

Qualifications

• 5+ years IT experience and a bachelor’s degree or equivalent years of experience
• 2+ years in a Linux/DevOps focused role
• Hands-on Linux OS deployment in physical or virtual environments
• Experience with Enterprise Linux OS architecture and administration
• Proficient with Apache, BIND, HAProxy, NGINX, sendmail/postfix, iptables

Responsibilities

• Resolve complex issues across network, systems and integrations requiring escalated troubleshooting and analysis
• Provide technical guidance for optimal performance and availability of critical IT systems
• Lead upgrade and maintenance initiatives focusing on reliability and security
• Implement IT infrastructure standards for deployment and management
• Participate in on-call rotation supporting 24/7 Launch Mission Operations
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to design and deploy infrastructure solutions
• Create clear reporting on usage, uptime and support levels
• Document environments and support comprehensively

Skills

Linux

DevOps

Networking

Open-Source

Troubleshooting

IaC

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

Tools

Docker

Kubernetes

Ansible

Puppet

Job description

Jora New Zealand will close on 9th September 2026. Thank you for being with us, we are cheering you on as you continue your career journey.

Located onsite at our Auckland New Zealand Facility, the IT Systems Engineer II will deliver day-to-day IT support and advanced technical expertise to Rocket Lab engineers while contributing to infrastructure implementations and projects across the organization. Join our IT team in maintaining the global IT infrastructure that empowers mission success through highly reliable and available systems.

What You'll Get To Do:

• Resolve complex technical issues across network infrastructure, systems, and integrations requiring escalated troubleshooting and analysis
• Deliver subject matter expertise and technical guidance to ensure optimal performance and availability of critical IT systems
• Drive upgrade and maintenance initiatives with a focus on continuous improvement, reliability, and security
• Implement and champion IT infrastructure standards for deployment and management across Space Systems environments
• Participate in an on-call rotation supporting 24/7/365 Launch Mission Operations
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to design, deploy, and optimize infrastructure solutions that meet organizational needs
• Implement and champion IT infrastructure standards for the deployment and management of Launch environments to ensure:
  • Compliance with Rocket Lab Policies
  • Compliance with cybersecurity policies, standards, and procedures
  • Simplified and consistent environment management practices
  • Automated build and maintenance processes
  • Improvements to increase reliability of systems
  • System High Availability and Disaster Recovery
  • Clear and concise reporting on usage, uptime, support levels, etc
  • Comprehensive documentation of environments and support
  • Efficient cost control
• Work with a team of world class IT, engineering, and business professionals

You'll Bring These Qualifications:

• 5+ years of experience in IT and a bachelors degree or equivalent years of experience (9+ years of work experience)
• 2+ years of experience in a Linux or DevOps focused technology role
• Hands-on experience with the deployment of Linux OS in physical or virtualized environments
• Experience with Enterprise Linux OS architecture and administration
• Proficient in the setup, configuration, upgrade, management, and troubleshooting of Linux-based and open-source systems and technologies such as Apache, BIND, HAProxy, NGINX, sendmail/postfix, iptables, etc.
• Experience with configuration management (Ansible, Puppet), provisioning, infrastructure as code, and other DevOps concepts and tools (i.e. Docker, Kubernetes)
• Understanding of networking concepts including network security, network architecture design, technical standards and deliverables, troubleshooting tools

These Qualifications Would Be Nice To Have:

• Specialist qualifications in area of expertise: Linux, CCNA, AWS, Microsoft, Azure, etc.
• Experience with mass deployment of devices or IaC
• Experience with Python, Shell, Bash, and/or other languages
• Networking experience in IPv4, switching, routing, firewalls and HA architecture
• Experience with Promethius, Grafana, InfluxDB
• Advanced problem solving and analytical skills – able to see the big picture, make connections and appropriate decisions

This position may require prolonged periods of sitting, standing, walking, computer work, and occasional exposure to moderate levels of noise, dust, and fumes in production areas.