Associate Systems Engineer | Manila

Ubiquity; Metro Manila; On-site; PHP 670,000 - 1,116,000; Full time

Job summary

Ubiquity is seeking an Associate Systems Engineer to contribute to design and architecture of scalable infrastructure, while delivering hands-on sysadmin support across Dev and Helpdesk teams.

You will automate tasks and respond to real-time issues as part of a 24/7 on-call engineering squad, maintaining Windows and Linux environments and documenting changes in the relevant systems.

Qualifications

• At least 3 years of professional system engineering experience.
• Must have at least 3 years of Linux experience.
• Experience with multiple operating systems including Linux and macOS.
• Strong background in automation and scripting, preferably with Ansible.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to the evolving design and architecture of reliable and scalable infrastructure.
• Provide sysadmin support to Dev and Helpdesk engineering teams on ongoing issues and troubleshooting procedures.
• Identify system weaknesses and implement improvements.
• Design and implement automation.
• Be available on calls as part of the 24/7 System Engineer team.
• Resolve unexpected issues in real time.
• Maintain software applications and operating systems, and perform regular maintenance.
• Write and update documentation in online tools.

Skills

Linux experience

English communication

Problem solving

Scripting (Bash)

Team collaboration

Tools

Docker

Ansible

Confluence

Nagios

Icinga

Grafana

Kibana

VMware vSphere/ESXi

Freshservice

RoundCube

ESET

AWS

OpenDNS

Cisco Umbrella

PowerShell / Windows Admin utilities

Job description

At Ubiquity, we live and breathe our mantra: Head, Heart, Hustle. This isn’t just a philosophy—it’s the foundation of who we are and what we do. As an Associate Systems Engineer, you’ll embody this mantra every day, delivering exceptional service with expertise, empathy, and a drive to succeed.

What You'll Do:

• Contribute to the evolving design and architecture of reliable and scalable infrastructure.
• Provide sysadmin support to colleagues in Dev and Helpdesk engineering teams on ongoing issues and closely aligned troubleshooting procedures.
• Identify system weaknesses and propose/implement improvements.
• Design and implement automation.
• Available on calls as part of the 24/7 System Engineer team.
• Resolve unexpected issues in real time.
• Maintain software applications and operating systems, and perform regular maintenance.
• Write all related documentation / update data in online tools (Changes, Validation docs, systems proposals/recommendation, etc).

What We're Looking For:

• At least 3 years of professional system engineering experience.
• Must have at least 3 years of Linux experience
• Thorough understanding of operating systems Linux (preferably CentOS) and OSX.
• Experience in handling Docker, RoundCube, ESET, AWS, AWS Workspace, Rocket. Chat, Ansible, OpenDNS, Cisco Umbrella, Confluence, etc
• Experience in performing maintenance tasks on AWS, MS SQL, and Java/Tomcat systems
• Knowledge of Windows Server 2008r2 with strong skills in GPOs and Active Directory.
• Knowledge of industry-standard network monitoring tools as Nagios, Icinga, Cacti, Grafana, Influx, Logstash, Kibana, etc
• Knowledge of PCI standards and requirements.
• Experience with VMWare VSphere/ESXi.
• Knowledge of scripting languages such as Bash, etc.
• Love automation and try to use it as much as possible, preferably with Ansible.
• Experience with Layer 1-3 network knowledge, preferably VLANs and Basic Routing, is a huge plus.
• Experience in Network function virtualization.
• Strong problem-solving and logic skills required.Willing to be working on graveyard shift.
• You have excellent people skills at all levels.
• Strong English communication skills.
• Familiarity with ticketing systems, preferably Freshservice.
• Open to working in BCD.
• Must be open to working in BCD.

Why Join Us?

• Head: Access to career development programs that help you grow professionally and personally.
• Heart: Be part of a people-first culture that values your contributions and supports your aspirations.
• Hustle: Thrive in a dynamic, fast-paced environment where your hard work and dedication are celebrated.

At Ubiquity, we’re more than a workplace—we’re a community that’s invested in your success. If you’re ready to make an impact and grow with us, experience how we bring Head, Heart, and Hustle to life every day.