Remote Lead Systems Engineer: Cloud & On-Prem Infra

University of Rochester; New York, Northern (NY, KY); Hybrid; USD 97,000 - 146,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Rochester is seeking a Lead Systems Engineer to manage on-premises and cloud infrastructure, drive automation initiatives, and lead a skilled team. Responsibilities include security patching, disaster recovery planning, and performance optimization across virtual environments.

The role requires strong scripting abilities, experience with VMware, and proficiency in integrating cloud and on-premise solutions.

Qualifications

• High School diploma with 10 years relevant experience; a Bachelor's degree preferred.
• Experience leading a team of Systems Engineers preferred.
• Expertise with virtualization and cloud providers (AWS, Azure) required.

Responsibilities

• Manages and administers on-premise and cloud-based infrastructure services, including virtual infrastructure, operating systems, storage, maintenance and security patching, backup and disaster recovery preparedness.
• Develops scripts and code to deliver solutions within both cloud and on premise solutions.
• Leads the design, setup and maintenance of a continuous infrastructure integration stack, including source control, build servers, automated testing, automated monitoring and solution deployment.
• Leads a team to ensure the department's Information Technology environment has optimal performance, security, and scalability.

Skills

Virtualization

Cloud (AWS/Azure)

Scripting

Server hardware

Storage networks

On-call support

Communication

Education

High School diploma

Bachelor's degree preferred

Tools

VMware

Job description

University of Rochester is seeking a Lead Systems Engineer to manage on-premises and cloud infrastructure, drive automation initiatives, and lead a skilled team. Responsibilities include security patching, disaster recovery planning, and performance optimization across virtual environments.

The role requires strong scripting abilities, experience with VMware, and proficiency in integrating cloud and on-premise solutions.