Mid-Level Systems Engineer

Hoplite Solutions LLC; McLean (VA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Hoplite Solutions LLC in McLean, VA, is seeking a Mid-Level Systems Engineer to support application infrastructure across enterprise networks for the UUE project. You will design, implement, monitor, secure, and troubleshoot systems that keep mission and business applications reliable and compliant.

The role requires 2+ years of system engineering or DevOps experience, hands-on CI/CD expertise, and strong Linux/Unix and scripting skills.

Qualifications

• 2+ years in system engineering, testing, or DevOps roles.
• Experience configuring CI/CD pipelines and automated testing tools.
• Strong knowledge of Linux/Unix, Git, and scripting (Python or Bash).
• Bachelor’s degree in STEM fields required.

Responsibilities

• Design, install, configure, and test operating systems and system software.
• Monitor performance and ensure high availability.
• Implement security measures, backups, and disaster recovery.
• Develop scripts to automate tasks and boost efficiency.
• Troubleshoot complex issues across hardware, software, and networks.
• Collaborate with developers and management to deliver solutions.
• Create and maintain documentation for architecture and procedures.
• Evaluate emerging technologies for upgrades.

Skills

Systems engineering

CI/CD

Jenkins

Linux/Unix

Python

Bash

Agile

Education

Bachelor’s degree in STEM

Tools

Terraform

Ansible

Docker

Kubernetes

Git

Testing frameworks

Job description

Hoplite Solutions is seeking a Mid-Level Systems Engineer to support application infrastructure across enterprise networks for the UUE project. This role will help design, implement, monitor, secure, and troubleshoot systems that support mission and business applications, while ensuring application environments remain reliable, compliant, and operationally ready. The Systems Engineer will also support technical precepts implementation, documentation, and participation in a 24/7 on-call rotation.

Key Responsibilities

• System Design & Implementation: Design, install, configure, and test operating systems, application software, and system management tools.
• Monitoring & Maintenance: Proactively monitor system performance, identify bottlenecks, and implement solutions to ensure high availability.
• Security & Redundancy: Implement and maintain robust security measures, backup strategies, and disaster recovery plans.
• Automation & Scripting: Develop custom scripts to automate tasks and improve system efficiency.
• Troubleshooting: Diagnose and resolve complex technical issues across hardware, software, and network components.
• Collaboration: Work closely with developers, management, and other departments to understand requirements and deliver solutions.
• Documentation: Create and maintain detailed documentation for system architecture, procedures, and support.
• Technology Evaluation: Research and assess emerging technologies for potential upgrades or new implementations.

Required Skills

• Experience: 2+ years of experience in system engineering, testing, or DevOps roles.
• CI/CD Knowledge: Proven experience configuring CI/CD pipelines and automated testing tools.
• Technical Skills: Strong working knowledge of Jenkins, Linux/Unix, version control (Git), and scripting languages (Python, Bash, or similar).
• Methodology: Familiarity with Agile development practices.
• Education: Bachelor’s degree in STEM field (Science, Technology, Engineering, Math)

Preferred Skills

• Experience with Infrastructure as Code (IaC) tools like Terraform or Ansible.
• Familiarity with containerization technologies (Docker, Kubernetes).
• Experience with test frameworks

Desired Attributes

• Strategic thinking and big-picture perspective.
• Strong time management and organizational skills.
• A passion for IT and continuous learning.