System Engineer / Occasional Travel

Kelly Services; Denver (CO); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401k with matching

Comprehensive medical, dental, and vis

Generous PTO and paid holidays

Professional development opportunities

Bonus opportunities

Job summary

Kelly Services is seeking a Systems Engineer in Denver to design, deploy, and maintain IT infrastructure for a diverse client base across industries. The role is client-facing, focusing on secure, scalable solutions, both on-premises and in the cloud, with travel roughly 7 days per month.

Ideal candidates bring 4+ years in systems engineering, strong communication skills for non-technical stakeholders, and expertise across Windows/Linux, virtualization, cloud platforms, and scripting.

Qualifications

• 4+ years of systems engineering experience, preferably in IT consulting.
• Proven client-facing communication of technical solutions to non-technical stakeholders.
• Proficiency with Windows Server, Linux, and virtualization (VMware/Hyper-V).
• Experience with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP).
• Strong scripting/automation (PowerShell, Python, Ansible).
• Knowledge of networking (TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP, VPN, VLANs).
• Experience with monitoring, troubleshooting, and performance tuning.
• Understanding IT security practices and compliance.

Responsibilities

• Engage with clients to understand IT infrastructure needs and provide tailored solutions.
• Design, deploy, and manage client systems on-premises and in the cloud.
• Automate system configurations, deployments, and monitoring processes.
• Provide technical support and troubleshooting for clients.

Skills

Systems engineering

Client-facing

Windows/Linux

Cloud platforms

Scripting

Networking

IT security/compliance

Problem solving

Tools

VMware

Hyper-V

AWS

Azure

GCP

PowerShell

Python

Ansible

Job description

$70000 - $90000

Job Description

An IT consulting company is seeking a Systems Engineer to join their team. In this client-facing role, you will be responsible for designing, deploying, and maintaining IT infrastructure solutions for a wide range of clients across various industries. You will work closely with clients to assess their needs and implement tailored solutions to optimize their IT environments, whether on-premises or in the cloud.

This role is ideal for an engineer who thrives in a customer-focused environment and enjoys solving complex technical challenges while delivering exceptional service. You will collaborate with other technical teams to ensure clients' systems are secure, efficient, and scalable.

This role will involve roughly 7 travel days per month, mainly local, but occasional plane travel.

Required Skills & Experience

• 4+ years of experience in systems engineering, preferably in an IT consulting environment

• Proven experience in client-facing roles, with a strong ability to communicate technical solutions to non-technical stakeholders

• Proficiency with Windows Server, Linux, and virtualization technologies (VMware, Hyper-V)

• Experience with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP)

• Strong scripting and automation skills (PowerShell, Python, Ansible, etc.)

• In-depth knowledge of networking protocols (TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP, VPN, VLANs)

• Experience with system monitoring, troubleshooting, and performance tuning

• Solid understanding of IT security practices and compliance standards

• Strong problem-solving skills and ability to work under pressure

Desired Skills & Experience

• Experience in IT consulting with exposure to multiple client environments

• Experience with database management and system backups

• Knowledge of containerization technologies

• Familiarity with disaster recovery and high-availability solutions

What You Will Be Doing

• Engaging with clients to understand their IT infrastructure needs and providing tailored solutions

• Designing, deploying, and managing client systems both on-premises and in the cloud

• Automating system configurations, deployments, and monitoring processes

• Providing technical support and troubleshooting services for clients

• Optimizing client infrastructure for performance, scalability, and security

• Ensuring compliance with client security requirements and industry standards

• Collaborating with internal teams to design and implement large-scale IT solutions

Tech Breakdown

• 60% Systems Administration and Infrastructure Design

• 30% Cloud Solutions and Automation

• 10% Client Interaction and Troubleshooting

Daily Responsibilities

• 40% Client consultations and systems design

• 30% Implementation and system management

• 20% Automation and process improvement

• 10% Client troubleshooting and support

The Offer

You will receive the following benefits:

• Competitive salary based on experience

• 401k with matching options

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision benefits

• Generous PTO and paid holidays

• Professional development opportunities, including certifications and training

• Bonus opportunities and employee referral programs

Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the US on a full-time basis now and in the future.

Motion Recruitment Partners (MRP) is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All applicants must be currently authorized to work on a full-time basis in the country for which they are applying, and no sponsorship is currently available. Employment is subject to the successful completion of a pre-employment screening. Accommodation will be provided in all parts of the hiring process as required under MRP's Employment Accommodation policy. Applicants need to make their needs known in advance.