Systems Integration Engineer

Octal Philippines Inc.; Taguig; On-site; PHP 800,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Job summary

A technology solutions provider in Metro Manila seeks a skilled IT professional for systems integration, focusing on router/switch installations, Unix/Linux system configurations, and various networking technologies. Ideal candidates should hold a Bachelor's degree in IT or Engineering and possess 3-5 years of relevant experience. Certifications like CCNA/CCNP are advantageous.

Qualifications

• Experience with scripting languages essential.
• Knowledge of SNMP, DNS, DHCP, and SMTP is crucial.
• Ability to troubleshoot external interface issues.

Responsibilities

• Install and configure routers or switches.
• Create operations manual when needed.
• Assist clients in understanding new services and O&M functions.

Skills

Unix or Linux scripting

Scripting languages (Python, Bash)

Network design

Configuring switches and routers

Firewalls and Load Balancers knowledge

Cloud Computing (AWS, Azure)

Container Orchestration (Kubernetes)

Automation tools (Ansible)

Education

Bachelor's degree in IT or Engineering

Three to five years related work experience

Tools

Cisco devices

Juniper devices

Fortinet Firewall

Job description

Responsibilities

1. Install and configure routers or switches.


2. Install and configure firewalls and/or load balancers.


3. Install and configure applications in UNIX or Linux environment.


4. Install and configure third party middleware software, if necessary.


5. Perform basic, integration, alarm, and relevant testing to ensure compliance of the system to client requirements.


6. Perform research and investigation on related systems/products.


7. Create test specifications, when needed.


8. Create operations manual, when needed.


9. Review the plans and design to identify weak spots and complexities that can impact quality and reliability of a project.


10. Prepare timely and comprehensive reports about required modifications, deficiencies, and new procedures.


11. Participate in understanding client's requirements.


12. Troubleshoot issues related to external interface of the client and resolve problems of the system.


13. Assist clients in understanding new services as well as on their Operations and Management (O&M) functions.


14. Travel on site for Pre-Sales activities and/or project implementation, when needed.

Education/Experience

• Bachelor's degree in IT or Engineering (Computer/ Electronics and Communications/ Electrical)


• Must have at least three to five years related work experience in Systems Integration.

Technical

• Must be knowledgeable in Unix or Linux scriptng


• Must be knowledgeable in scripting language (ex: python, bash)


• Must have basic knowledge in SNMP, DNS, DHCP, and/or SMTP


• Must have knowledge and experience in Network design


• Must have knowledge and experience in configuring switches and routers


• Knowledge in Firewalls and Load Balancer is an advantage


• Knowledgeable in the latest virtualization and networking technology


• Knowledge of either Cisco and/or Juniper devices


• Knowledge of Fortnet or similar FW is an advantage.


• Knowledge of Cloud Computing platforms (ex: AWS or Azure) is an advantage.


• Knowledge of Container Orchestration (ex: Kubernetes) is an advantage.


• Knowledge of Automation Tool (ex: Ansible) is an advantage.

Certification (Advantage)

• Cisco Certification (ex: CCNA, CCNP, DevNet) or similar


• Juniper Certification (ex: JNCIA) or similar


• AWS or Azure Certification

Personal/Intrapersonal/Character

• Must be efficient in accomplishing the assigned tasks on time.


• Possess excellent organizational, interpersonal, communication and presentation skills.


• Can work with minimum supervision, quick learner and has keen eye for details.


• Team player and possess positive, can-do attitude.


• Innovative-thinker, resourceful

Others

• Background or knowledge of Nihongo is an advantage.


• Knowledgeable in MS Office tools (ex: Excel, PowerPoint)


• Willing to travel to Japan and/or other countries.