System Engineer II

KellyMitchell Group; Denver (CO); Hybrid; USD 44,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, & Vision Insurance

Employee-Owned ESOP

401K offered

Job summary

KellyMitchell Group is seeking a System Engineer II in Denver, CO for a hybrid on-site role. This hands-on position focuses on Linux-based systems, deployments, CI/CD, containers, automation, and BAU support. You will troubleshoot end-to-end issues and collaborate with fellow engineers to improve internal processes.

The ideal candidate has 2+ years in systems engineering, strong Linux administration, and experience with Docker, Kubernetes, and Jira. W-2 only.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience in Systems Engineering, Linux Administration, DevOps, infrastructure, or related area.
• 1+ years hands-on Linux administration and troubleshooting experience.
• Experience supporting deployments, CI/CD pipelines, automation, or scripting.
• Hands-on experience with Docker and Kubernetes.
• Working knowledge of DHCP and DNS networking.
• Experience managing requests through Jira.
• Strong troubleshooting with clear investigation and resolution.

Responsibilities

• Support and troubleshoot systems and applications within a Linux environment.
• Manage BAU and support requests via Jira.
• Support deployments using Docker, Kubernetes, Helm, and CI/CD pipelines.
• Work with Argo and other deployment/automation tools.
• Troubleshoot device activation and networking issues (DHCP, DNS, IP addressing).
• Monitor systems, review alerts and logs, and resolve production issues.
• Write or maintain scripts for automation and internal processes.
• Collaborate with engineers and cross-functional teams to resolve problems.

Skills

System Administration

DevOps

Troubleshooting

CI/CD

Scripting

Networking

Jira

Tools

Docker

Kubernetes

Helm

Argo

Job description

Job Summary

Our client is seeking a System Engineer II with a strong Linux foundation and DevOps mindset to support Linux-based systems, applications, and device platforms. This hands‑on role combines system administration, troubleshooting, deployments, CI/CD, containerization, automation, and BAU support. The ideal candidate is curious about how systems work, comfortable troubleshooting issues from end to end, and able to learn new applications quickly. This person will work closely with other engineers to investigate problems, support deployments, and improve internal processes. This position is W-2 only. We do not work with third‑party firms or C2C arrangements for this role.

Core Responsibilities

• Support and troubleshoot systems and applications within a Linux environment
• Manage BAU and support requests through Jira, including device connectivity, application, access, and system issues
• Support application and code deployments using Docker, Kubernetes, Helm, and CI/CD pipelines
• Work with Argo and other deployment and automation tools
• Troubleshoot device activation and networking issues involving DHCP, DNS, IP addressing, configuration files, routers, modems, and set-top boxes
• Monitor systems, review alerts and logs, and resolve production or environmental issues
• Use Splunk and similar tools for log analysis and troubleshooting
• Write or maintain scripts that support automation and internal engineering processes
• Work closely with engineers and cross-functional team members to understand systems and resolve technical problems

Required Skills/Experience (Must-Haves)

• 2+ years of experience in Systems Engineering, Linux Administration, DevOps, infrastructure, or a related area
• 1+ years of hands‑on Linux administration and troubleshooting experience
• Experience supporting deployments, CI/CD pipelines, automation, or scripting
• Hands‑on experience with Docker and Kubernetes
• Working knowledge of networking fundamentals, including DHCP and DNS
• Experience managing technical requests or support work through Jira
• Strong troubleshooting skills with the ability to explain how technical issues were investigated and resolved

Preferred Skills/Experience (Nice‑to‑Haves)

• Experience with Java or Python
• Experience with Argo and Helm
• AWS or private cloud experience
• Splunk or similar log-analysis experience
• Exposure to AI-assisted development tools or AI-based automation
• Experience supporting routers, modems, set-top boxes, or device activation platforms
• Experience with test automation or application testing

Key Competencies & Behaviors

• Curious about how applications, infrastructure, and connected systems work
• Comfortable learning new applications and technical processes
• Able to approach unfamiliar problems with a clear troubleshooting process
• Communicates openly and works closely with other team members
• Flexible enough to support automation, deployments, troubleshooting, and occasional manual testing
• Comfortable balancing project-based work with incoming BAU requests

Work Environment
Location: Denver, CO Hybrid

Compensation & Benefits

Pay Range: The approximate pay range for this position is between $32.00 and $45.00. Please note that the pay range provided is a good faith estimate. Final compensation may vary based on factors including but not limited to background, knowledge, skills, and location.

• Medical, Dental, & Vision Insurance Plans
• Employee-Owned Profit Sharing (ESOP)
• 401K offered

About KellyMitchell

At KellyMitchell, our culture is world class. We're movers and shakers! We don't mind a bit of friendly competition, and we reward hard work with unlimited potential for growth. This is an exciting opportunity to join a company known for innovative solutions and unsurpassed customer service. We're passionate about helping companies solve their biggest IT staffing & project solutions challenges. As an employee-owned, women-led organization serving Fortune 500 companies nationwide, we deliver expert service at a moment's notice.