Systems Development Engineer

Eis group usa; Chicago (IL); Remote; USD 100,000 - 125,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading technology firm is seeking a Systems Development Engineer in Chicago to design and optimize scalable infrastructure solutions. The ideal candidate will have strong expertise in systems engineering, software development, and IT automation. This position offers competitive hourly pay and includes benefits such as medical insurance and flexible work options.

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) plan with company match

Flexible work schedules and remote work options

Annual professional development allowance

Team-building activities and company events

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience in systems engineering or infrastructure development.
• Proficiency in at least one programming language (e.g., Python, Go, Ruby, Bash).
• Experience with infrastructure automation tools (e.g., Ansible, Chef, Puppet, Terraform).

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain scalable system architectures.
• Automate deployment and management of system infrastructure.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams for integration.

Skills

Systems engineering

Software development

Automation

Linux/Unix administration

Networking

Security best practices

Cloud platforms

Monitoring tools

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field

Tools

Ansible

Terraform

Docker

Kubernetes

Job description

Overview

We are seeking a highly capable and driven Systems Development Engineer to join our technology team. The Systems Development Engineer will be responsible for designing, building, and optimizing scalable and secure infrastructure solutions to support critical business applications and services. The ideal candidate will possess a strong background in systems engineering, software development, and automating IT operations.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain scalable, reliable, and secure system architectures.
• Automate deployment, monitoring, and management of system infrastructure.
• Develop and maintain custom tools and scripts to support operations and engineering teams.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless integration between application and infrastructure layers.
• Troubleshoot and resolve complex system and network issues.
• Implement and enforce security best practices and compliance requirements.
• Monitor system performance, conduct capacity planning, and recommend improvements.
• Create and maintain comprehensive documentation on systems, configurations, and procedures.
• Stay current with industry trends and emerging technologies.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelors degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience.
• 2+ years of experience in systems engineering or infrastructure development.
• Proficiency in at least one programming language (e.g., Python, Go, Ruby, Bash).
• Strong experience with Linux/Unix and/or Windows systems administration.
• Experience with infrastructure automation tools (e.g., Ansible, Chef, Puppet, Terraform).
• Familiarity with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, Google Cloud).
• Solid understanding of networking, security, and virtualization concepts.
• Experience with monitoring and logging tools (e.g., Prometheus, Grafana, ELK stack).
• Excellent analytical and communication skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with containerization technologies (e.g., Docker, Kubernetes).
• Background in CI/CD pipeline development and management.
• Knowledge of database administration (SQL/NoSQL).
• Prior experience in Agile/Scrum environments.

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive hourly pay: $60 - $95/hour
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) plan with company match
• Paid time off, holidays, and sick leave
• Flexible work schedules and remote work options
• Annual professional development allowance
• Employee wellness programs
• Commuter and transit benefits (if applicable)
• Employee assistance programs
• Team-building activities and company events