Senior System Engineer

Descompagnons Trabalho Temporário Lda; Senhora da Hora; Presencial; EUR 30 000 - 60 000; Tempo integral

Resumo da oferta

A leading technology solutions firm is seeking a Senior System Engineer in Porto, Portugal. The role involves ensuring operational stability, supporting infrastructure, and driving automation initiatives. Ideal candidates will have experience in system engineering, a relevant degree, and strong problem-solving skills. This position offers opportunities for growth and collaboration within a global team.

Serviços

Continuous learning and mentorship

Global team exposure

Career development opportunities

Qualificações

• Minimum 3 years' experience in system engineering or related role.
• Proficiency in English, with additional languages being an advantage.
• Availability for travel is necessary.

Responsabilidades

• Ensure system availability and operational stability.
• Provide Level 2 support for infrastructure and hardware systems.
• Engage with clients to understand and implement technical solutions.
• Automate operational tasks using scripting.

Conhecimentos

Results-Driven

Problem-Solving

Functional Expertise

Accuracy

Information Handling

Collaboration

Initiative

Formação académica

Professional bachelor's degree in a technical subject

Ferramentas

VMWare

Nutanix

Proxmox

Zabbix

Prometheus

Datadog

SCCM

Ansible

Intune

PowerShell

Python

Descrição da oferta de emprego

As a Senior System Engineer within the Operational Team, you contribute to the successful delivery of quality, secure, and efficient infrastructure and system solutions. Your focus lies in maintaining and supporting critical environments while actively driving improvements in automation, documentation, and technical excellence.

You identify client expectations by engaging directly with them and translate their operational needs into stable and scalable implementations under the guidance of the Team Lead.

3. DIMENSIONS OF THE JOB

You ensure infrastructure operations run according to defined procedures and planning, maintaining stability, reliability, and security across environments. You contribute proactively to task completion and process improvement within a defined scope.

4. KEY RESULT AREAS

1. Operational Infrastructure Excellence

Aim: Ensure system availability, operational stability, and compliance.

Activities:

• Provide Level 2 support for infrastructure and hardware systems.
• Conduct proactive patching and vulnerability mitigation.
• Troubleshoot issues in alignment with ISA-95, PURDUE or other industry standards.
• Implement new infrastructure according to the company standards.

2. Automation & Technical Innovation

Aim: Improve operational efficiency through scripting and automation.

Activities:

• Contribute to scripting efforts (e.g., PowerShell, Python) to automate operational tasks.
• Assist in the configuration and use of automation platforms (e.g., SCCM, Ansible).
• Support infrastructure deployments and configuration management.

3. Client-Focused System Support

Aim: Deliver tailored infrastructure solutions that align with client needs.

Activities:

• Engage with clients to understand system requirements.
• Translate expectations into technical specifications.
• Collaborate with colleagues to implement secure, scalable solutions.

4. Documentation & Knowledge Sharing

Aim: Ensure continuous improvement and effective information reuse.

Activities:

• Maintain clear, updated documentation of infrastructure configurations and tasks.
• Share knowledge with peers to increase team efficiency and resilience.

5. Task Execution & Planning

Aim: Timely completion of assigned tasks within team priorities and planning.

Activities:

• Execute tasks assigned by the Team Lead, respecting priorities and timelines.
• Apply best practices and operational standards throughout execution.

5. PERFORMANCE CRITERIA

KNOWLEDGE AND EXPERIENCE

• Diploma: At least a professional bachelor's degree in a technical subject and/or an affinity with software development (Computer Science, IT, etc.).
• Knowledge: An affinity with automation, infrastructure platforms (VMWare, Nutanix, Proxmox), network (protocols, layers, common standards), monitoring systems (Zabbix, Prometheus, Datadog, etc.), IT infrastructure management tools (SCCM, Ansible, Intune).
• Experience: Minimum 3 years' experience in a system engineering or related role.
• Running‑in period: One to two months to get to know the way of working and processes of the organisation to be able to work on a project, six to nine months to be able to work independently (through job training).
• Languages: English, spoken & written; proficiency in local or other languages is an advantage in our international environment.

SKILLS AND ATTITUDES

• Results‑Driven: Delivers reliably on assigned tasks, aligns with planning.
• Problem‑Solving: Addresses technical issues with practical, term solutions.
• Functional Expertise: Understands tools and procedures relevant to infrastructure and operations.
• Accuracy: Demonstrates precision in documentation, diagnostics, making.
• Information Handling: Organizes and prioritises technical data systematically.
• Collaboration: Communicates clearly in a remote, multicultural environment.
• Initiative: Shows proactive behaviour in improving processes and automation.
• Availability for travel.
• Participates in call rotations to support critical incidents 24/7.
• Act in line with the quality system.

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