Sr System Engineer (Data Center)

O'Reilly Auto Parts; United States; Remote; USD 110,000 - 165,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading auto parts company seeks a Sr. System Engineer with expertise in systems and network management. This role involves developing system implementations while ensuring compliance with security standards. Competitive compensation and numerous benefits support career growth within the company.

Benefits

Competitive Wages & Paid Time Off

Stock Purchase Plan & 401k with Employer Contributions

Medical, Dental, & Vision Insurance

Tuition Educational Assistance Programs

Opportunities for Career Growth

Qualifications

• Strong hands-on experience with data center networking, including switching and routing.
• Experience with Cisco technologies; CCNP or higher preferred.
• Proficiency in routing protocols (e.g., OSPF, BGP, EIGRP).

Responsibilities

• Develop and lead the implementation of systems to ensure quality and performance.
• Conduct security and system performance reviews.
• Manage tasks and resources, utilizing modern project management principles.

Skills

Data Center Networking

Cisco Technologies

Routing Protocols

Cloud Environments

Project Management

Education

Bachelor's of Science in Technology

Job description

Compensation Pay Range:

$110,000.00 - $165,000.00

The actual hourly rate will equal or exceed the required minimum wage applicable to the job location. Additional compensation includes annual, quarterly performance, or premiums may be paid in amounts ranging per hour in specific circumstances. Premiums may be based on schedule, facility, season, or specific work performed. Multiple premiums may apply if applicable criteria are met.

A Sr. System Engineer is a highly skilled systems engineer with expert knowledge in multiple operating systems, software systems or system technologies. They work with a high degree of independence to develop or lead the development or implementation of systems. As they strive to ensure the quality and performance of the O’Reilly systems, Sr. engineers are focused on the consistent application of system management best practices, system security and the process and procedures surrounding the implementation and support of computing systems.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

Stays current with new and emerging technology, security threats and standards as it relates to the needs of the company

Trains and guides administrators on proper code configuration and implementation of new software systems

Works with System Architects and management to help shape system and security standards and implement best practices

Takes leadership role in guiding projects through the complete implementation life cycle

Typical focus is on system design efforts and ensuring systems are implemented in a consistent, secure and efficient manner

Responsible (takes ownership) for multiple systems

Manage tasks and resources while utilizing modern project management principles

Leads the development of multiple projects at one time

Conducts security and system performance reviews and ensures best practices are being followed

Reviews overall security of systems to determine state of regulatory compliance (PCI, Sox, etc)

Reviews requirements and state of license compliance of systems

Recommend system improvements and changes to systems, as needed

Perform analysis of systems, hardware or software to uncover issues and solve complicated problems that typically span multiple systems

Lead various meetings to gather system requirements and project details

Conduct system demos to educate and train others in the use of system

Create or update advanced project documentation

Test systems to validate proper functionality and performance

SKILLS/EDUCATION/KNOWLEDGE/EXPERIENCE/ABILITIES

Required:

• Strong hands-on experience with data center networking, including switching, routing, and physical hardware setups.

• Experience with Cisco technologies; CCNP or higher preferred.

• Familiarity with Arista, Juniper, and other major network vendors; flexibility in vendor experience is welcome.

• Proficiency in routing protocols (e.g., OSPF, BGP, EIGRP).

• Experience with cloud environments (e.g., AWS, GCP, Azure) and their interaction with on-prem infrastructure.

• Ability to work in hybrid environments integrating both on-prem and cloud network infrastructure.

Desired:

A bachelors of science in a technology related field

Experience with scripting and automation tools used in server environments

Excellent verbal skills

Advanced education in leadership and teambuilding

Advanced skills in Project Management and Business Analysis

Advanced technical training or certifications related to scope of work

Ability to motivate and inspire others

O’Reilly Auto Parts has a proven track record of growth and stability. O’Reilly is full of successful career stories and believes in a strong promote-from-within philosophy, encouraging you to grow your career along with the organization.

Total Compensation Package:

• Competitive Wages & Paid Time Off

• Stock Purchase Plan & 401k with Employer Contributions Starting Day One

• Medical, Dental, & Vision Insurance with Optional Flexible Spending Account (FSA)

• Team Member Health/Wellbeing Programs

• Tuition Educational Assistance Programs

• Opportunities for Career Growth

O’Reilly Auto Parts is an equal opportunity employer. The Company does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin or ancestry (including immigration status or citizenship), sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy (including childbirth, lactation, and related medical conditions,) age (40 and over), veteran status, uniformed service member status, physical or mental disability, genetic information (including testing or characteristics) or another protected status as defined by local, state, or federal law, as applicable.

Qualified individuals with a disability may be entitled to reasonable accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act. If you require a reasonable accommodation during the application or employment process, please send an email to: [e-mail] or call 417-862-2674, ext. 68901, and provide your requested accommodation, and position details.