Systems Engineer

Zions Bank; Utah; Hybrid; USD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Paid Time Off

401(k) with match

Parental Leave

Tuition Reimbursement

Employee Banking benefits

Job summary

Zions Bank is seeking an Automation Systems Engineer to design, build, and optimize end-to-end robotic process automations using UiPath, bridging business requirements with scalable software systems to ensure high availability and security of enterprise infrastructure.

You will design and maintain cloud-based, containerized systems, implement CI/CD pipelines, manage Linux servers, Kubernetes, and networking, and develop integrations using Python and Java, with Terraform for IaC.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in computer science, information systems, or related field or equivalent experience.
• 4+ years in systems engineering, analysis, or related web development experience.
• Hands-on with Maven, Git, uDeploy, Docker, and Kubernetes.
• Proficient in Python and Java with strong Linux server administration.
• Experience with CI/CD concepts and Terraform for IaC.
• Solid understanding of containers, firewalls, DNS, APIs, and cloud clustering.

Responsibilities

• Design, build, and maintain scalable, reliable, and secure cloud-based infrastructure and containerized systems.
• Implement and manage CI/CD pipelines to automate software delivery, testing, and deployment processes.
• Administer and support Linux servers, Kubernetes clusters, and core networking components.
• Develop solutions and system integrations using Python, Java, and RESTful APIs.
• Utilize Terraform to provision and manage cloud resources.
• Collaborate with software teams to troubleshoot complex infra issues.
• Monitor system performance and ensure platform stability.

Skills

Python

Java

Automation concepts

Problem solving

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or Information Systems

Tools

Maven

Git

uDeploy

Docker

Kubernetes

Terraform

Job description

Job Description

Zions Bancorporation’s Enterprise Technology and Operations (ETO) team is transforming what it means to work for a financial institution. With a commitment to technology and innovation, we have been providing our community, clients and colleagues with the best experience possible for over 150 years. Help us transform our workforce of the future, today.

We are seeking an Automation Systems Engineer to design, build, and optimize end-to-end robotic process automations. You will act as the technical bridge between business requirements and scalable software systems, using the UiPath suite to build robust, secure, and reusable automation workflows. In this role, you will have a direct impact on the bank’s core infrastructure by ensuring high availability, scalability, and security for our enterprise systems. You will collaborate with talented engineering teams to design, automate, and support cutting-edge infrastructure solutions that shape the future of our financial services.

The Systems Engineer will:

• Design, build, and maintain scalable, reliable, and secure cloud-based infrastructure and containerized systems.
• Implement and manage CI/CD pipelines to automate software delivery, testing, and deployment processes.
• Administer and support Linux servers, Kubernetes clusters, and core networking components.
• Develop solutions and system integrations using Python, Java, and RESTful APIs.
• Utilize Infrastructure as Code (IaC) tools, primarily Terraform, to provision and manage cloud resources efficiently.
• Collaborate with software development teams to troubleshoot complex application and infrastructure issues.
• Monitor system performance, ensure platform stability, and manage configurations for firewalls, F5, and DNS.
• Other duties as assigned.

Requirements:

• Requires a bachelor’s degree in computer science, Information Systems, another related field, or equivalent experience.
• 4+ years of experience with systems engineering and support, systems analysis, programming, or other directly related experience with web sites and web application development. (A combination of education and experience may meet qualifications).
• Strong hands-on experience with development, deployment, and containerization tools, such as Maven, Git, uDeploy, Docker, and Kubernetes.
• Proficiency in scripting and programming (Python, Java), alongside solid Linux Server Administration skills.
• Deep familiarity with CI/CD concepts, Infrastructure as Code (Terraform), and team-based platforms (Atlassian, ADO, etc.).
• Solid understanding of core infrastructure and networking concepts including Containers, Firewalls, F5, DNS, APIs, and Clustering within a Cloud environment.
• Proven ability to creatively identify and solve problems while independently managing multiple tasks to meet deadlines.
• Strong attention to detail and a commitment to delivering high-quality, reliable systems.

Visa Sponsorship:

This position is currently not eligible for employment visa sponsorship (e.g., H-1B visa). This includes, for example, situations where a candidate may have temporary work authorization while enrolled in school or upon graduation (e.g., CPT, OPT) but would need H-1B visa sponsorship within a few years of employment in order to maintain employment eligibility.

Location:

This position has a hybrid work from home schedule with a minimum of three days per week in the office at the new Zions Technology Center in Midvale, UT

The Zions Technology Center is a 400,000-square-foot technology campus in Midvale, Utah. Located on the former Sharon Steel Mill superfund site, the sustainably built campus is the company’s primary technology and operations center. This modern and environmentally friendly technology center enables Zions to compete for the best technology talent in the state while providing team members with an exceptional work environment with features such as:

Electric vehicle charging stations and close proximity to Historic Gardner Village UTA TRAX station.

At least 75% of the building is powered by on-site renewable solar energy.

Access to outdoor recreation, parks, trails, shareable bikes and locker rooms.

Large modern cafe with a healthy and diverse menu.

Healthy indoor environment with ample natural light and fresh air.

LEED-certified sustainable building that features include the use of low VOC-emitting construction materials.

Benefits:

• Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance – START DAY ONE!
• Life and Disability Insurance, Paid Parental Leave and Adoption Assistance
• Health Savings (HSA), Flexible Spending (FSA) and dependent care accounts
• Paid Training, Paid Time Off (PTO) and 11 Paid Federal Holidays
• 401(k) plan with company match, Profit Sharing, competitive compensation in line with work experience
• Mental health benefits including coaching and therapy sessions
• Tuition Reimbursement for qualifying employees
• Employee Ambassador preferred banking products