Senior Linux Systems Engineer

Hitachi, Ltd.; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Care

401(k) Plan

Parental Leave

Tuition Reimbursement

Career Development

Job summary

Hitachi Energy is seeking an Energy Systems Integration Engineer based in the United States (Houston, TX or Santa Clara, CA) to design, deploy, and optimize large-scale Linux-based EMMS environments. You will automate configurations with Ansible and scripting, tune OS and databases for performance, and troubleshoot complex issues across the stack.

The role emphasizes collaboration with cross-functional teams, participation in testing, and ensuring regulatory compliance.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in CS/Engineering or equivalent experience.
• 5+ years Linux system administration and automation experience.
• Proficiency with Ansible, Python, and shell scripting.
• Experience with Oracle databases and enterprise software environments.
• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and collaboration abilities.
• Candidate must be authorized to work in the United States.

Responsibilities

• Design, implement, and maintain large-scale Linux-based EMMS environments.
• Automate system configuration and deployment using Ansible and scripting tools.
• Optimize system performance and reliability through OS and database tuning.
• Troubleshoot and resolve complex issues across the software stack.
• Support system testing including Factory and Site Acceptance Tests.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver high-impact solutions.
• Contribute to continuous improvement of system processes and automation.
• Ensure compliance with applicable external and internal regulations, procedures, and guidelines.

Skills

Linux system administration

Ansible

Python scripting

Shell scripting

Oracle databases

Communication & collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science/Engineering or related field

Tools

Ansible

Oracle DB

Linux

Job description

Job Description

The Opportunity

Ready to power the future of energy? Join Hitachi Energy as an Energy Systems Integration Engineer and help shape the digital backbone of tomorrow’s energy markets. Based in Santa Clara, CA or Houston, TX, you’ll be part of a global team that’s transforming how energy is managed, distributed, and optimized. This is your chance to work on cutting-edge Energy Market Management Systems (EMMS) that keep the lights on and the grid smart. If you thrive in a fast-paced, collaborative environment and love solving complex technical puzzles, this is the role for you.

How You’ll Make an Impact

• Design, implement, and maintain large-scale Linux-based EMMS environments
• Automate system configuration and deployment using Ansible and scripting tools
• Optimize system performance and reliability through OS and database tuning
• Troubleshoot and resolve complex issues across the software stack
• Support system testing including Factory and Site Acceptance Tests
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver high-impact solutions
• Contribute to continuous improvement of system processes and automation
• Responsible to ensure compliance with applicable external and internal regulations, procedures, and guidelines

Your Background

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or equivalent experience in years
• 5+ years of experience in Linux system administration and automation
• Proficiency with Ansible, Python, and shell scripting
• Experience with Oracle databases and enterprise software environments
• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills
• Excellent communication and collaboration abilities
• Candidate must already have work authorization that would permit them to work for Hitachi Energy in the United States

More About Us

We pride ourselves on offering a holistic range of competitive benefits to support your financial, physical and mental wellbeing and personal development. We want you to truly thrive with us, in work and out.

For this role, depending on grade and experience, we offer the following employee benefits (subject to the respective plan rules):

• Health Care: medical (PPO, CDHP with HSA, HMO), dental, and vision
• Financial Wellbeing: 401(k) with generous match, Life/AD&D, disability insurance
• Family Care: Legal, pet, auto, home, identity theft, special needs support, adoption assistance
• Work-Life: Enhanced leave programs including FMLA, Military, Parental, and more
• Employee Engagement and Development: ERGs, tuition reimbursement, and more

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