Senior Systems Engineer in San Diego

Energy Jobline ZR; San Diego (CA); Remote; USD 110,000 - 135,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO

Sick time

401k

Holidays

Floating Holiday

Health plan

Flexible Spending Account

Telemedicine

Life insurance

EAP

Cell stipend

Job summary

Managed Solution is seeking a Senior Systems Engineer in San Diego, CA, with deep Microsoft environment expertise and strong client-facing skills. You will design, implement, and optimize complex IT solutions across cloud, on-prem, and hybrid environments for professional services clients.

Responsibilities include leading projects, mentoring engineers, and collaborating with sales on scoping and budgets. Remote work eligibility is available within the company’s payroll states, with occasional

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or related field
• Minimum of 8 years’ engineering experience in a Microsoft environment
• Minimum of 5 years in a consultative capacity at an MSP/SI
• Strong documentation and client-facing communication skills
• Ability to lead projects and mentor junior staff

Responsibilities

• Provide senior consultative services and project work for Professional Services clients
• Design, implement, and troubleshoot complex tech solutions across cloud, modern workplace, Exchange/Messaging, Windows Servers, Active Directory, and networking
• Occasionally lead presales scoping and budgeting discussions with sales and clients
• Act as project lead, coordinate teams, and manage risks to successful delivery
• Mentor and train Project Engineers and other team members
• Ensure compliance with company policies and client security requirements

Job description

Why clients love us

We are laser focused on delivering quality and excellence to our clients for their technology modernization needs, business and technology strategy, and cloud transformation initiatives. We are a nationally recognized Microsoft Partner of the Year and the largest, leading IT service provider headquartered in San Diego. As a Top 1% Microsoft Cloud Solution Provider, with engineers that individually hold over 38 Microsoft certifications, our clients trust us because we are the experts!

The value you'll bring

As a member of our Professional Services department, the Senior Systems Engineer helps design and deliver scopes of work related to client IT environments. Senior Systems Engineers are responsible for the following essential duties:

• Provides senior consultative services and project work for Professional Services clients
• Responsible for designing, implementing, and remedying complex technology solutions in two or more of the following “subject matter expert” areas:
• REQUIRED: Cloud Technology: Provides project design + implementation tasks, including migrations to, and high-level troubleshooting for, public, private, and hybrid cloud infrastructure, including Azure, AWS, Microsoft365.
• REQUIRED; Modern Workplace/Automation: Defines and completes project tasks, including scripting, related to workplace automation, leveraging Intune, SharePoint (including migrations), Viva, PowerApps, Power Automate, Microsoft Power Platform, etc.
• Exchange/Messaging: Provides design, implementation, migration, and high-level troubleshooting services for Microsoft Exchange and messaging systems, including Microsoft365.
• Windows Servers: Provides project design + implementation, and high-level troubleshooting for infrastructure, including Windows Server (2019, 2016, 2012 R2, 2012, 2008 R2, 2003) and virtualization environments on both Hyper-V and vSphere, in addition to Citrix XenApp and/or XenDesktop, and Azure Virtual Desktop.
• Active Directory: Provides project design + implementation and high-level troubleshooting for Active Directory, including Azure Active Directory, Intune, AutoPilot, Group Policy, Access/ Management, AADS, Federation Services, Domain Controllers, etc. for medium to enterprise environments.
• Networking: Provides project design + implementation and high-level troubleshooting for networking infrastructure, including: Routing, switching, firewalls, WAPs, VPNs, load balancers, etc. in medium to larger LAN/WAN environments, including cloud environments (Azure, Amazon AWS).
• Acts as a presales consult to help a client identify appropriate solutions, determine project scope, tasks, and budget requirements for Professional Services engagements, interfacing directly with sales team members as well as clients/prospects to understand existing environments, client goals/business objectives, and outline a solution. Scoping work may be limited to Rough Orders of Magnitude or smaller scale projects where a Solution Architect skillset is not required, or the Senior Systems Engineer may work in coordination with a Solutions Architect/Director to ensure appropriate scoping.
• Acts as project lead for assigned projects, directing others in completing project tasks according to project scopes; working with Project Managers or Sales to resolve potential/actual risks; and otherwise ensuring the successful delivery of services.
• Acts as a mentor to help develop the skillsets of Project Engineers and others, developing and delivering trainings; assisting on completion of project tasks; and otherwise helping support the success of other team members.
• Completes additional, related responsibilities as assigned.
• Complies with all company policies, client security policies, and maintains strict confidentiality.

Requirements

Education and Work Experience Requirements

• Bachelors’ degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or related field, plus a minimum of 8 years’ experience providing engineering within a Microsoft environment. Minimum of 5 years of experience in a consultative capacity at a systems integrator/MSP/other IT vendor, including experience in presales, project scoping, and project implementation. An equivalent combination of education, experience, and skillsets will also be considered.
• High levels of project ownership and individual accountability in a results-oriented environment. Demonstrated experience as a project lead.
• Demonstrated commitment to continuous learning and innovation
• Demonstrated commitment to strong documentation and repeatable standards
• Demonstrated excellent verbal and written communication skills, including ability to effectively communicate with internal and external customers
• Must be able to work under pressure and meet deadlines, while maintaining a positive attitude and providing exemplary customer service
• Ability to work independently and to carry out assignments to completion within parameters of instructions given, prescribed routines, and standard accepted practices

Technical Skills/Competencies

• Previous Office365 migration experience (both hybrid and cloud only) required, as well as advanced Office365 administration and troubleshooting experience
• Proficiency in Windows Server (all versions) and workstation implementation, administration, and troubleshooting
• Strong proficiency in Exchange (all versions/Online ), Hyper-V, Active Directory, and Powershell/VBS, SharePoint, and Teams.
• Working knowledge of Teams Voice, Skype for Business, Viva, and Office 365 strongly
• Working knowledge of Intune policy management, including implementation experience. AutoPilot roll‑outs and Apple Business Manager knowledge .
• Strong proficiency in public cloud and virtualization technologies : Azure, Office 365 & HyperV
• Utilization of Migration tools such as (ForensIT, Azure Migrate, BitTitan, Cloudiway, MoveriO, Sharegate, SPMT)
• Functional knowledge of Security and Management, Okta, Public Key Infrastructure, SQL Server, or Linux/Unix/RedHat a plus!
• Microsoft certifications highly desired, and will be required for continued employment

Shift/Availability Requirements

Core hours will be Monday through Friday, with a schedule to be agreed upon based on Company needs. Given the nature of IT, some project work will need to be delivered outside of standard business hours. An ability to work a flexible schedule for occasional after-hours/weekend migrations and other project responsibilities is required. Managed Solution is a 24x7/365 operation and is headquartered in the Pacific Time Zone. While some flexibility may be offered for employees in other time zones, employees will need to be available to coincide with Company and client needs/policies.

Remote/Onsite Requirements

This position is eligible for remote work, within a state where Managed Solution has payroll operations. Employees will work from a home office within an assigned state. Your presence at our company headquarters in San Diego, CA; at meetings/conferences/off-site events; at client locations; or elsewhere, may be required on occasion.

Background Check Requirements

Individuals in this role will be subject to a background screening and reference check process as part of pre-employment screening. Members of the Professional Services team may be subject to additional screenings from time to time, as required by clients/partner agreements. Such screenings may include drug testing in accordance with applicable laws/regulations. An individual’s continued employment may be subject to the successful passing of such screenings.

Physical Requirements

Ability to safely and successfully perform the essential job functions consistent with the ADA, FMLA and other federal, state and local standards, including meeting qualitative and/or quantitative productivity standards. Ability to maintain regular, punctual attendance consistent with the ADA, FMLA and other federal, state and local standards. Must be able to lift and carry up to 10 lbs. Must be able to talk, listen, and speak clearly on telephone. The essential functions of this job require: the ability to frequently sit and stand for long periods of time; to manipulate objects with fine and gross motor skills; to communicate in written and spoken English; to hear; to utilize close vision, distance vision, vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus. Managed Solution is an equal opportunity employer and will consider qualified applicants who can perform the essential functions of the job, with or without reasonable accommodation.

E-Verify Participation

Federal law requires all employers to verify the and employment eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States. Managed Solution participates in the federal E-Verify program to validate the authenticity of work eligibility documents. As part of this program, Managed Solution will provide the Social Security Administration (SSA) and, if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS), with information from each new employee’s Form I-9 to confirm work authorization. For more information, see https://www.uscis.gov/e-verify.

Compensation & Benefits

Base Wage Range: $110,000 - $135,000 per year Managed Solution considers a range of factors when determining an appropriate wage. Such factors include but are not limited to: years of related experience, industry knowledge, formal education, relevant certifications, and geographic location. Wages are paid as earned and in accordance with Company policies.

Additional Perks

• PTO – earn 80 hours lump sum year 1; 15 days accrued throughout year 2; and 20 days accrued throughout years 3+
• 40 hours of Sick Time per calendar year
• 401k – Eligibility after 90 days; Managed Solution matches 50% of your first 6% in contributions, starting after 90 days
• Holidays – Managed Solution celebrates 7 paid holidays each year
• Plus, 1 Floating Holiday per Year… and 2 After 5 Years of Service!
• Medical, Dental, Vision – including two medical plans with a $0 cost for employee-only coverage tiers!
• Optional Flexible Spending Account for eligible Health Care or Dependent Care costs
• Telemedicine options: “see” a medical provider from anywhere, over the phone, 24/7
• $100K Life/AD&D policy provided for all employees, free of charge!
• Employee Assistance Program – free financial consultation; counseling services; 24/7 traveler’s assistance; and more!
• $80/Month Cell Phone + Internet Reimbursement

*All Company compensation and benefits programs are subject to Company policy and plan documents and are subject to change at Company’s sole discretion.

Why our employees love working here

We believe our strength comes from our , and we are committed to fostering and promoting a culture of and . We believe our team and our community are our greatest assets, and we strive to promote both. From providing our employees the time to pursue Microsoft certifications, to supporting and partnering with multiple non-profit organizations, we believe this is where healthy and happy employees thrive.

Core Values

Integrity – We demonstrate consistent, trustworthy behavior. We are honest with everyone, take ownership (even in the face of failure), and do the right thing... even when no one is looking.
Heart – We show genuine care for our community, our customers, and our culture. We believe people are at the heart of IT! We are authentic, inclusive, and take time to celebrate and enjoy one another's company.
Innovation – We cultivate a diverse work environment and forward-thinking business by supporting an open exchange of ideas, driven by creativity and collaboration. We’re dedicated to consistently delivering excellence through a ‘yes- to- what’s-next’ attitude.
Teamwork – We work together and ...

Inclusion & Equal opportunity employment

We are an equal opportunity employer committed to , & Belonging. Individuals seeking employment at Managed Solution are considered without regard to any protected category including but not limited to, , , , , , , marital status, ancestry, , veteran status, or . At Managed Solution we are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive, and authentic workplace, so if you’re excited about this role but your past experience doesn’t align perfectly with every qualification in the job description, we encourage you to apply anyways. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles.