Builds Engineer I

Courser; South Carolina; On-site; USD 65,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

401k match

Unlimited vacation

Paid sick time

Holidays

Job summary

COURSER seeks a Builds Engineer I to design, configure, and deploy IT environments for clients, including workstations, servers, networking, virtual machines, and cloud infrastructure. You will build custom environments based on client needs and automate deployments to ensure robust, scalable, and secure solutions.

You will collaborate with project teams, conduct testing, document configurations, and contribute to continuous improvements and security practices across build processes.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience in IT/CS.
• 1+ years in infrastructure deployment, systems engineering, or build engineering in MSP/IT services.
• Familiarity with virtualization and cloud platforms (AWS/Azure/Google Cloud).
• Experience with scripting (Python, PowerShell) and automation tools (Ansible, Puppet, Terraform).
• Strong networking, storage, and security fundamentals.
• Knowledge of containers (Docker, Kubernetes) is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Configure and deploy laptops, workstations, servers, network equipment, VMs, and cloud resources.
• Design and build custom IT environments per client needs and best practices.
• Set up systems for scalability, performance, and security with virtualization and cloud tech.
• Develop automation scripts and workflows to streamline builds.
• Use CM tools (Immybot, Ansible, Puppet, Terraform) to automate deployments.
• Review and optimize scripts to align with new tech.
• Test builds for performance and security; ensure quality before handover.
• Document build configurations and system architectures for maintenance.
• Provide client guidance on build processes and usage.

Skills

Technical Proficiency

Automation Skills

Problem-Solving

Attention to Detail

Communication

Collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree in IT/CS or related

Tools

VMware

Hyper-V

AWS

Azure

Google Cloud

Ansible

Puppet

Terraform

Docker

Kubernetes

Job description

About COURSER

COURSER accelerates the growth of IT service provider companies. We forge dynamic partnerships, leveraging our values of Teamwork, Service, Growth-Mindedness, Trust, and Innovation to deliver impactful solutions and phenomenal customer experiences. If you thrive in a fast-paced IT environment, join our rapidly expanding team and contribute to our ongoing success.

Builds Engineer I

The Builds Engineer I is responsible for designing, configuring, and deploying IT environments for clients, including setting up new workstations, laptops, servers, networking solutions, virtual machines, and cloud-based infrastructure. This role involves building custom environments based on client needs, automating deployments, and ensuring solutions are optimized for performance, scalability, and security. The Builds Engineer I works closely with technical and project management teams to deliver robust infrastructure solutions and contributes to the Company’s service offerings by providing high-quality, reliable build processes.

Key Responsibilities

• Configure and deploy laptops, workstations, servers, network equipment, virtual machines, and cloud-based resources to meet client specifications.
• Design and build custom IT environments tailored to client requirements, ensuring adherence to industry best practices.
• Set up and configure systems for scalability, performance, and security, leveraging virtualization and cloud technologies where applicable.
• Develop and implement automation scripts and workflows to streamline the build process, improve efficiency, and reduce manual effort.
• Use configuration management tools (e.g., Immybot, Ansible, Puppet, or Terraform) to automate deployments and maintain consistency across environments.
• Regularly review and optimize scripts and automation processes to ensure they align with changing technologies and client needs.
• Conduct thorough testing of new builds, including performance benchmarking, security checks, and functionality tests.
• Ensure that all deployments meet quality standards, and work closely with QA and support teams to identify and resolve any issues before client handover.
• Document test results and communicate findings to internal teams to support continuous improvement.
• Document build configurations, processes, and system architectures to ensure clarity and consistency for ongoing maintenance.
• Maintain an internal knowledge base of build standards, troubleshooting steps, and best practices for use by the broader technical team.
• Provide technical guidance and documentation to clients on build processes, usage instructions, and system maintenance tips.
• Work closely with project managers, account managers, and client representatives to understand project requirements and client goals.
• Participate in client discussions to provide insights on technical feasibility, deployment timelines, and resource needs.
• Offer post-deployment support and troubleshoot issues related to newly deployed environments.
• Propose and implement improvements to build processes, infrastructure design, and automation to enhance service delivery and efficiency.
• Ensure that all builds comply with relevant security standards, client policies, and regulatory requirements.
• Implement security best practices in system configuration, including network segmentation, firewalls, access controls, and data encryption.
• Conduct regular audits of build processes to ensure they meet compliance standards and proactively address any vulnerabilities.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, or a related field (or equivalent experience).
• 1+ years of experience in infrastructure deployment, systems engineering, or build engineering within an MSP or IT services environment.
• Proficiency with virtualization technologies (VMware, Hyper-V) and cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, Google Cloud).
• Experience with scripting languages (e.g., Python, PowerShell) and automation tools (e.g., Ansible, Puppet, Terraform).
• Solid understanding of networking fundamentals, storage, and security best practices.
• Familiarity with containerization (Docker, Kubernetes) is a plus.

Key Skills and Competencies

• Technical Proficiency: Strong expertise in IT infrastructure, virtualization, and cloud technologies; ability to design and deploy robust environments.
• Automation Skills: Proficiency with scripting and configuration management tools to automate and streamline deployments.
• Problem-Solving: Strong analytical and troubleshooting skills to resolve issues with builds and deployments efficiently.
• Attention to Detail: Ensures accuracy and thoroughness in building configurations, testing, and documentation.
• Communication: Ability to communicate technical information clearly to clients and internal teams.
• Collaboration: Team player with a proactive approach to working with technical, project, and client teams.

Why you’ll love working here

At COURSER, we prioritize the personal and professional development of our employees. We offer best-in-class training, mentorship, and clear self-promotion paths to help you grow. We foster a culture of innovation and encourage challenging the status quo. With teams located across the country, we leverage a wealth of knowledge and a collaborative spirit, eager to share and grow together.

Benefit Highlights

• Competitive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
• 401k match
• Unlimited vacation time*
• Paid sick time
• 10 Holidays including your Birthday and a Floating Holiday!
• Healthy Lifestyle reimbursement
• Amazon Prime reimbursement
• 40 Hours for Volunteer Time
• Paid parental leave
• Reimbursement for ongoing education and certifications
• Learning and development programs
• Unlimited vacation time after completing one full year of employment. For the first year of employment, full-time team members are provided 10 vacation days.

COURSER is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We support diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, citizenship status, marital status, age, physical or mental disability, caregiver status, veteran status, uniformed service member status or any other category protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.