Sr. Staff Manufacturing IT Systems Engineer

ZT Systems; Secaucus (NJ); On-site; USD 125,000 - 166,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus eligibility

401(k) retirement plan

Tuition reimbursement

Wellbeing resources

Paid time off

Job summary

ZT Systems is seeking a Senior Staff MFG IT Systems Engineer to design, implement, and manage Linux/Windows server platforms across on‑prem and hybrid cloud environments. The role focuses on virtualization, storage, and automation using Python, Ansible, and Terraform.

You’ll lead projects, collaborate with cross‑functional teams, and help optimize business processes and systems. The ideal candidate has extensive Linux and VMware experience, strong AD and security practices, plus DevOps skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or related field.
• 8+ years in enterprise-level system engineering.
• Public cloud familiarity and APIs.
• 8+ years Linux experience and VMware/virtualization expertise.
• 4+ years DevOps and Python proficiency.
• 4+ years Ansible; storage and AD knowledge.
• Security best practices and strong documentation.

Responsibilities

• Architect, implement, and maintain Linux/Windows server platforms across on‑prem and cloud (hybrid) environments.
• Manage hypervisors and storage platforms for performance and resilience.
• Design and operate Consul, Nomad, Vault, and Boundary in production.
• Standardize configuration with Ansible and Terraform.
• Build automation in Python and scripting in Bash/PowerShell.
• Create/update scripts and playbooks; participate in projects and cross‑functional teams.
• Plan server migrations; monitor performance and advise on hardware upgrades.
• Engage with 3rd‑party vendors and maintain system documentation.

Skills

Public Cloud

Linux

VMware

API development

DevOps

Python

Ansible

Active Directory

Security best practices

Documentation

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science

MS degree

LPIC-1 certification

Tools

VMware vCenter / vSphere

Hyper-V

KVM

Terraform

Ansible (playbooks)

Consul

Nomad

Vault

Boundary

SAN/NAS storage

Job description

Job Description

The Senior Staff MFG IT Systems Engineer will be responsible for the ZT Systems manufacturing environment which includes virtualization utilizing VMware VCenter services and the various VMware features, as well as a proven advanced skill set and experience across various Microsoft and open-source technologies with a focus on Linux. They will manage the on-prem infrastructure support such as virtualization and storage and use of automation for day-to-day support and issue resolution.

As the Senior Staff MFG IT Systems Engineer team lead you will be responsible for designing, implementing, and managing applications on Linux and Windows. Ability to understand business needs and propose a technology solution that addresses the associated requirements.

Solid understanding of modern networking fundamentals as related to Microsoft enterprise networks including but not limited to TCP/IP, DNS, SSH/RDP, DHCP, ARP, SMB/CIFS/NFS, and DFS. Skill and experience with disaster recovery, High Availability and backup technology and procedures for Windows/Linux Server-based products.

What You Will Do:

• Architect, implement, and maintain highly available Linux/Windows server platforms across on‑prem and cloud (hybrid) environments.

• Manage and optimize hypervisors (e.g., VMware, Hyper‑V, KVM) and enterprise storage platforms (SAN/NAS/object) for performance, resilience, and cost.

• Design and operate HashiCorp Consul (service discovery/mesh), Nomad (workload orchestration), Vault (secrets management/PKI), and Boundary (secure access) in production.

• Standardize and scale configuration management with Ansible and infrastructure provisioning with Terraform (modules, workspaces, policy as code).

• Build automation and tooling in Python (and Bash/PowerShell where appropriate) to reduce toil, integrate APIs, and improve observability.

• Create/Update/Implement scripts to be used in Linux, Windows, Ansible Playbooks with a focus on Python and YAML

• Participate in projects and engineer new systems. Additionally, to help the company achieve its key objectives, this person will be invited to participate in cross-functional teams to help improve and develop business processes and systems.

• Work with team to plan server migration and deployment projects. As an Information Technology and Systems team member, you may be asked, as new business needs arise, to accept additional tasks and responsibilities within the department, besides those detailed in this job description.

• Monitor performance of critical servers and applications. Manage the load configuration and make recommendations for purchase or upgrade of hardware as well as the tuning of software.

• Engage and manage 3rd-party vendors to achieve expedient resolution.

• Create and maintain system documentation for specifications, designs, procedures, and logs. Document all processes, system changes/fixes, and issues.

What You Bring:

• Bachelor’s degree (Computer Science preferred) with 8+ years of system engineering experience in enterprise-level, highly integrated, complex IT environment (alternatively an MS degree with 6+ years of experience)

• Working knowledge of Public Cloud-based solutions and APIs.

• 8+ years of Linux experience

• 8+ years VMware/virtual server experience & working knowledge of vSphere console, vMotion, and VMware management.

• Knowledge of API and API development

• 4+ years of DevOps experience

• Working proficiency of Python required

• 4+ years of Ansible experience

• 4+ years of enterprise storage platforms experience with NFS/SMB/CIFS and storage solutions including, but not limited to, QNAP, Pure, HPE, Netapp,

• Advanced knowledge of Active Directory architecture and support including: Group Policy, Replication, DNS, User and Group Management.

• Show an understanding of Information Security best practices.

• Ability to produce and adhere to documentation – Visio, run books, Project Plans, Root Cause Analysis.

• Strong documentation and communication skills applicable to a Customer Service role.

• An LPIC1 certification is a notable plus.

ZT Systems, a Sanmina Company, assesses market data to ensure a competitive compensation package is created for all our employees. The typical base salary for this position is expected to be between $124,500 and $166,000 annually. If hired, the final base salary will be determined on an individual basis taking into consideration experience, skills, knowledge, education and/or certifications.

Base salary is just one component of ZT Systems total rewards philosophy. We take pride in offering a wide range of benefits and perks that appeal to the variety of needs across our diverse employee base. Other rewards may include bonus, paid time off, 401(k) retirement savings plan, tuition reimbursement, wellbeing resources, and more.

We are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive, and authentic workplace, so if you’re excited about this opportunity but your experience doesn’t align perfectly with every qualification in the job description, we encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles.

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About ZT Systems

At ZT Systems, a Sanmina Company, you’ll get to do work you are proud of alongside smart, passionate people. Every day, there are opportunities to collaborate with the best in the industry to design, build, and deliver impactful solutions to world‑class customers. Along the way, you will gain hands‑on experience in a fast‑paced environment that’s challenging, rewarding, and career‑defining.

A culture built around our values we work hard and think fast. We view challenges as opportunities—to do better, push harder, and be faster than we were the day before. When we fail, we learn from it and move on together. And when we succeed, we use the momentum to go even further. We create value with everything we do, building the foundation of today—and transforming the future of tomorrow.

Join ZT Systems and help us build technology infrastructure that connects the world.

What We Offer

At ZT Systems, a Sanmina Company, we believe that investing in our people is key to our continued growth and innovation. When you join our team, you’ll gain access to a comprehensive and inclusive benefits package designed to support your well‑being, financial security, and professional development—both now and in the future.

Compensation & Financial Security

-Competitive base salary

-Performance-based annual bonus eligibility

-401(k) retirement savings plan

-Tuition reimbursement for eligible education programs

Health & Wellness

-Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage with access to leading providers

-Mental health resources and employee wellness support programs-

-Company-paid life and disability insurance

Time Away & Work-Life Balance

-Paid time off (PTO) and company-paid holidays

-Parental leave and family care support programs

Growth & Purpose

-Structured training programs and on-the-job learning opportunities

-Matching gifts and volunteer programs to support causes you care about

These benefits are available to eligible employees and are designed to grow with you as your career evolves. Full benefits and eligibility varies by work location.

ZT Group Int’l. is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind. ZT Systems provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.

Please be aware that certain positions may require the applicant to either 1) be a (i) U.S. citizen or national, (ii) U.S. lawful, permanent resident (aka green card holder), (iii) Refugee under 8 U.S.C. § 1157, or (iv) Asylee under 8 U.S.C. § 1158, or 2) be eligible to obtain an export control license or license exception from the Bureau of Industry and Science & U.S. Department of Commerce. All offers of employment will be conditional subject to the foregoing.