Senior Systems Engineer

Saronic Technologies; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive health insurance plans

Generous PTO and Holidays

401(k) plan with company match

Equity options

Free lunch benefit

Unlimited free drinks and snacks

Job summary

Saronic Technologies, based in Austin, Texas, is seeking a highly skilled Senior Systems Engineer. This role focuses on leading the design and maintenance of data center infrastructure critical for mission-critical systems. The ideal candidate will have extensive expertise in both Windows and Linux environments, along with cloud services and disaster recovery solutions.

This position offers significant responsibilities including lifecycle management of infrastructure, administration of enterprise systems, and collaboration with cross-functional teams to ensure high availability and performance.

Candidates can expect a competitive salary along with comprehensive benefits such as medical insurance, retirement plans, and stock options.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of experience in systems engineering or infrastructure roles.
• Proven experience in data center design, build‑out, and operations.
• Excellent problem‑solving skills, with the ability to multitask and work under pressure.

Responsibilities

• Lead architecture, deployment, and lifecycle management of data center infrastructure components.
• Design and implement scalable, secure, and resilient systems in hybrid environments.
• Administer and maintain enterprise Windows and Linux systems.
• Develop and enforce backup, disaster recovery, and business continuity strategies.
• Optimize storage and compute infrastructure for high performance and cost‑effectiveness.

Skills

Windows Server

Linux (RHEL/CentOS/Ubuntu)

Backup and disaster recovery solutions

Cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP)

Virtualization technologies (VMware, Hyper-V)

Scripting and automation (PowerShell, Bash, Python)

Networking fundamentals

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Engineering, or related field

Tools

Veeam

Commvault

Rubrik

NetApp

Dell EMC

Ceph

Job description

Saronic Technologies is a leader in revolutionizing autonomy at sea, dedicated to developing state-of-the-art solutions that enhance maritime operations through autonomous and intelligent platforms.

Job Overview

We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated Senior Systems Engineer to lead the design, deployment, and ongoing maintenance of our data center infrastructure. This position is critical to supporting our mission-critical systems and ensuring high availability, scalability, and performance across both on-premise and cloud environments.

The ideal candidate will have deep technical expertise in both Windows and Linux environments, extensive experience with monitoring and disaster recovery solutions, and a strong foundation in virtualization, cloud services, storage, and preferably high-performance computing (HPC). This role requires a hands‑on, detail‑oriented engineer who thrives in a fast‑paced, high-growth environment.

Responsibilities

• Lead architecture, deployment, and lifecycle management of data center infrastructure components.
• Design and implement scalable, secure, and resilient systems in hybrid environments (on‑prem and cloud).
• Administer and maintain enterprise Windows and Linux systems.
• Develop and enforce backup, disaster recovery, and business continuity strategies.
• Optimize storage and compute infrastructure for high performance and cost‑effectiveness.
• Collaborate with cross‑functional teams to support application needs and integration projects.
• Document systems designs, procedures, configurations, and provide knowledge transfer.
• Proactively monitor systems performance and reliability, and troubleshoot issues as they arise.
• Ensure compliance with industry standards and internal security policies.
• Participate in an on‑call rotation and respond to incidents with urgency and professionalism.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Information Systems, Engineering, or related field (or equivalent experience).
• 7+ years of experience in systems engineering or infrastructure roles.
• Proficiency in both Windows Server and Linux (RHEL/CentOS/Ubuntu) environments.
• Proven experience in data center design, build‑out, and operations.
• Strong knowledge of backup and disaster recovery solutions (e.g., Veeam, Commvault, Rubrik).
• Experience with cloud platforms such as AWS/AWS GovCloud, Azure, or GCP.
• Familiarity with enterprise storage solutions (e.g., NetApp, Dell EMC, Ceph).
• Experience with virtualization technologies (e.g., VMware, Hyper‑V).
• Strong scripting and automation skills (e.g., PowerShell, Bash, Python).
• Understanding of networking fundamentals and integration with infrastructure systems.
• Excellent problem‑solving skills, with the ability to multitask and work under pressure.

Physical Demands:

• Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer
• Occasional standing and walking within the office
• Manual dexterity to operate a computer keyboard, mouse, and other office equipment
• Visual acuity to read screens, documents, and reports
• Occasional reaching, bending, or stooping to access file drawers, cabinets, or office supplies
• Lifting and carrying items up to 20 pounds occasionally (e.g., office supplies, packages)

Benefits

Medical Insurance: Comprehensive health insurance plans covering a range of services

Saronic pays 100% of the premium for employees and 80% for dependents.

Dental and Vision Insurance: Coverage for routine dental check‑ups, orthodontics, and vision care

Saronic pays 100% of the premium under the basic plan for employees and 80% for dependents.

Time Off: Generous PTO and Holidays

Parental Leave: Paid maternity and paternity leave to support new parents.

Competitive Salary: Industry‑standard salaries with opportunities for performance‑based bonuses.

Retirement Plan: 401(k) plan with company match.

Stock Options: Equity options to give employees a stake in the company’s success.

Life and Disability Insurance: Basic life insurance and short‑ and long‑term disability coverage.

Pet Insurance: Discounted pet insurance options including 24/7 Telehealth helpline.

Additional Perks: Free lunch benefit and unlimited free drinks and snacks in the office.

Saronic CCAA Notice for Candidates and California Employees

If this role is based in the United States, it requires access to export‑controlled information or items that require "U.S. Person" status. As defined by U.S. law, individuals who are any one of the following are considered to be a "U.S. Person": (1) U.S. citizens, (2) legal permanent residents (a.k.a. green card holders), and (3) certain protected classes of asylees and refugees, as defined in 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3). Saronic does not discriminate on the basis of race, sex, color, religion, age, national origin, marital status, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or any other reason prohibited by law in provision of employment opportunities and benefits. We are also committed to providing reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities.