Junior Systems Engineer: Python Automation & Infra

Nscale; Bellevue (WA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Nscale is seeking a Systems Engineer to join our Infrastructure Engineering team in Bellevue. This role is ideal for a recent graduate who loves Python development, automation, and large-scale infrastructure systems.

You will build Python utilities, analyze infrastructure data across servers and cloud environments, and create dashboards to improve visibility and operational efficiency. Collaborative, mentoring environment with opportunities to grow in compute, networking, and platform areas.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Software Engineering, Information Systems, or a related technical field.
• Experience programming in Python through coursework, personal projects, internships, or open-source contributions.
• Understanding of fundamental computer science concepts and software development practices.
• Familiarity with Linux command-line environments.
• Basic understanding of networking concepts such as TCP/IP, DNS, and HTTP.
• Strong problem-solving skills and willingness to learn.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• 0–2 years of professional work experience in a related field.

Responsibilities

• Develop Python scripts and automation tools that improve infrastructure operations and engineering workflows.
• Build utilities for collecting, analyzing, and reporting infrastructure data from servers, networks, and cloud environments.
• Create dashboards, reports, and automation workflows that improve system visibility and operational efficiency.
• Assist with the development of internal tools used by Systems and Network Engineering teams.
• Collaborate with senior engineers on projects involving compute, networking, cloud, and platform infrastructure.
• Document tools, processes, and automation workflows for internal users.

Skills

Python

Linux

REST APIs

SQL Databases

Pandas

Cloud Infrastructure Platforms

Infrastructure Automation Tools

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science/Engineering/Software/Information Systems

Tools

Git & GitHub

Docker

Prometheus & Grafana

Job description

Nscale is seeking a Systems Engineer to join our Infrastructure Engineering team in Bellevue. This role is ideal for a recent graduate who loves Python development, automation, and large-scale infrastructure systems.

You will build Python utilities, analyze infrastructure data across servers and cloud environments, and create dashboards to improve visibility and operational efficiency. Collaborative, mentoring environment with opportunities to grow in compute, networking, and platform areas.