Senior Data-Collection Systems Engineer

SGS Consulting; Sacramento (CA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

SGS Consulting in Sacramento seeks a software engineer to design and implement core data collection tooling, optimize performance, and contribute to scalable infrastructure. You will own components, review designs, and drive end-to-end solutions across Linux environments, networking, and device communication.

The role requires strong Python/C++ skills, Linux tooling proficiency, and experience with network protocols. Join a team focused on reliability, automation, and high-impact projects.

Qualifications

• Proficiency in Python or C++ and experience developing, debugging, and optimizing user-facing applications.
• Experience with Linux command-line tools and shell scripting.
• Familiarity with Ethernet and Wi‑Fi networking protocols.
• Strong skills in writing and debugging bash scripts for automation tasks such as log collection and system monitoring.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement core data collection tooling components.
• Conduct design and code reviews.
• Maintain, analyze, and improve efficiency, scalability, and stability of system infrastructure.
• Establish yourself as owner of a component, feature, or system with end-to-end understanding.
• Deliver large-scope projects while maintaining high productivity.

Skills

Python

C/C++

Linux CLI

Shell scripting

Networking protocols

Bash scripting

Tools

iwconfig

ifconfig

netstat

tcpdump

ADB

Job description

SGS Consulting in Sacramento seeks a software engineer to design and implement core data collection tooling, optimize performance, and contribute to scalable infrastructure. You will own components, review designs, and drive end-to-end solutions across Linux environments, networking, and device communication.

The role requires strong Python/C++ skills, Linux tooling proficiency, and experience with network protocols. Join a team focused on reliability, automation, and high-impact projects.