System Engineer

Pi-Square Technologies LLC; South San Francisco (CA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Pi-square technologies, a Michigan-based automotive embedded engineering firm, is seeking a System Engineer in South San Francisco, CA. You will manage Windows and Linux servers, handle virtualization and cloud resources, and build containerized applications while maintaining automation and CI/CD pipelines.

The role requires hands-on experience with Docker, Kubernetes, and security practices, plus strong collaboration with cross-functional teams to ensure reliable software solutions for

Qualifications

• 4–6 years of experience in systems engineering, DevOps, or related role.
• Strong knowledge of Windows Server, Windows 10/11 and Linux distributions (Ubuntu, RHEL, CentOS, etc.).
• Experience with virtualization (VMware/Hyper-V) and AWS services (EC2, S3, IAM, VPC).
• Hands-on with Docker/containers; exposure to orchestration tools (Kubernetes, ECS/EKS) is a plus.
• Scripting in Bash/PowerShell/Python and familiarity with CI/CD pipelines.

Responsibilities

• Manage and support Windows and Linux servers (installation, config, patching).
• Configure, maintain, and monitor VMware/Hyper-V and AWS cloud resources.
• Build, deploy, and maintain Dockerized apps and orchestrated environments.
• Develop automation scripts and maintain CI/CD pipelines.
• Implement cybersecurity best practices and monitor vulnerabilities.
• Collaborate with developers, QA, and IT to deliver solutions; document procedures.

Skills

Windows Admin

Linux Admin

VMware/Hyper-V

Docker/Containers

Scripting

CI/CD

Cybersecurity

Communication

Tools

Kubernetes

Terraform

CloudFormation

Ansible

Prometheus

Grafana

CloudWatch

ELK

Job description

System Engineer

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• Manage and support Windows 10/11/Server and Linux servers (installation, configuration, patching, troubleshooting) -
• Configure, maintain, and monitor VMware/Hyper-V and cloud-based systems (AWS).
• Build, deploy, and maintain Docker/containerized applications and orchestrated environments (ECS/Kubernetes a plus).
• Develop and maintain automation scripts (e.g., Bash, PowerShell, Python).
• Understanding of CI/CD pipelines (Jenkins, GitLab CI, GitHub Actions, or similar).
• Apply cybersecurity best practices, including hardening, monitoring, and vulnerability management.
• Collaborate with developers, QA, and IT teams to ensure smooth software solution for end customers.
• Troubleshoot complex system and application issues in hybrid environments.
• Document infrastructure, deployments, and procedures.

Required Skills & Experience

• 4 6 years of experience in systems engineering, DevOps, or related role.
• Strong knowledge of Windows Server, Windows 10, Windows 11 and Linux distributions (Ubuntu, RHEL, CentOS, etc.) along with Wix.
• Experience with virtualization (VMware, Hyper-V) and AWS services (EC2, S3, IAM, VPC).
• Hands-on with Docker/containers; exposure to orchestration tools (Kubernetes, ECS/EKS) is a plus.
• Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines and tools (Jenkins, GitLab, GitHub Actions, or Azure DevOps).
• Proficiency in scripting/automation (Bash, PowerShell, or Python).
• Understanding of cybersecurity fundamentals (network security, IAM, patching, vulnerability scanning). `
• Strong troubleshooting, problem-solving, and communication skills.

Nice to Have

• Experience with infrastructure as code (Terraform, CloudFormation, Ansible).
• Knowledge of monitoring/logging tools (Prometheus, Grafana, ELK, CloudWatch).
• Background in regulated environments (medical devices, pharma, finance) and familiarity with compliance standards (e.g., ISO, SOC 2, HIPAA)

Pi-square technologies is a Michigan (USA) Headquartered Automotive Embedded Engineering Services company, Synergy Partner for major OEMs and Tier 1s and their implementation partners in Automotive Embedded Product Development, Projects, Requirements Analysis, Software Design, Software Implementation, Efficient Build, Release Process, and turnkey software V & V Services. We have more than 20+ years of industry expertise with specialization in the latest cutting-edge automotive technologies such as Infotainment, connected vehicles, Cyber security, OTA, and Advanced Safety/ Body electronics.