Sr System Engineer- Linux/Python

O'Reilly Technology Services, Inc.; United States; On-site; USD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Stock Purchase Plan

401k with Employer Contributions

Starting Day One Medical, Dental, &amp

Vision Insurance with Optional FSA

Job summary

O'Reilly Auto Parts is seeking a Senior System Engineer to design, implement, and support enterprise infrastructure. You will partner with business and IT teams to evaluate requirements, develop scalable solutions, and ensure performance of enterprise systems.

This on-site role is in Springfield, MO with no remote option. Responsibilities include gathering requirements, evaluating architectures, monitoring systems, and driving security controls while collaborating with vendors and mentoring

Qualifications

• 3+ years experience supporting Linux environments.
• 3+ years experience scripting in Python.
• 3+ years experience with patching and updates.
• Ability to diagnose and resolve technical problems using prescribed solutions.
• Experience reviewing requirements and developing technical plans.

Responsibilities

• Gather, analyze, and document requirements to develop infrastructure solutions.
• Evaluate current-state environments and plan future-state architectures.
• Monitor and analyze system performance; identify risks and capacity needs.
• Troubleshoot complex infrastructure issues; act as escalation point.
• Configure and support enterprise operating environments and updates.
• Design, execute, and document infrastructure tests and validation.
• Implement and maintain infrastructure security controls for compliance.
• Coordinate with vendors to resolve issues and support maintenance.
• Provide technical guidance and knowledge sharing to users and team.
• Participate in on-call support for critical incidents.

Skills

Linux

Python scripting

Patching

Troubleshooting

Requirements review

Test design

Gap analysis

System architecture

Data analysis

Education

Bachelor's degree in IT/CS

Job description

The Senior System Engineer designs, implements, and supports enterprise infrastructure solutions. This role partners with business and IT teams to evaluate technical requirements, develop scalable and secure infrastructure solutions, and ensures the performance of enterprise systems. They serve as a technical subject matter expert, resolves complex infrastructure issues, and drives continuous improvement through proactive planning and modernization. This is an on-site role located in Springfield, MO. Remote work is not an option for this position.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

• Gather, analyze, and document business and technical requirements to develop infrastructure solutions that align with organizational needs.
• Evaluate current-state environments and recommend future-state architecture with implementation plans that improve overall system operations.
• Monitor enterprise infrastructure and analyze system performance to proactively identify risks, capacity needs, and opportunities for improvement.
• Troubleshoot and resolve complex infrastructure, operating system, hardware, software, and application issues while serving as a technical escalation point.
• Configure and support enterprise operating environments, software installations, system updates, and infrastructure components following established standards.
• Design, execute, and document infrastructure testing and validation to ensure solutions meet technical and business requirements.
• Implement and maintain infrastructure security controls while supporting compliance with organizational standards and best practices.
• Coordinate with vendors and third-party providers to resolve technical issues and support infrastructure maintenance activities.
• Provide technical guidance, training, and knowledge sharing to users and team members.
• Participate in on-call support and respond to critical infrastructure incidents as required.
• Evaluate emerging technologies and recommend solutions that improve infrastructure capabilities, operational efficiency, and service delivery.

SKILLS/EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE REQUIRED

• 3+ years experience supporting Linux environment
• 3+ years experience scripting in Python
• 3+ years experience with patching
• Ability to diagnose and resolve technical problems using prescribed solution options.
• Experience reviewing requirements, evaluating recommendations, and developing appropriate technical plans.
• Ability to design, execute, and document systems/service tests.
• Conducts gap analyses and contributes to change strategies and implementation planning.
• Understands business context and documents current and future states of technical and process architectures.
• Analyzes trends and compiles data to support decision-making.

DESIRED

• Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, or a related field.
• Experience mentoring junior engineers or providing technical leadership.

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

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Your first job at O'Reilly Auto Parts is just the beginning! From a comprehensive benefits and compensation package to a rewarding and positive work environment, your leaders will support you and foster your development so you can grow with the company. Our promote-from-within philosophy means our top leaders worked their way up - and you can, too. Learn more about our culture, benefits, and history at oreillyauto.com/careers.