Systems Engineer- Compute Infrastructure

Esri; Redlands (CA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 123,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and welfare benefits

401(k) and profit sharing

Vacation leave 80 hours+

Job summary

Esri in Redlands, CA, seeks an experienced Systems Engineer to support private cloud and advance DevSecOps practices, automating workflows for the enterprise. You will design, implement, and maintain infrastructure, and collaborate with IT and Security teams to ensure security standards and optimal uptime.

Ideal candidates have 2+ years in infra operations or DevOps, experience with VMware/Hyper-V, Terraform, Packer, Ansible, SCCM, and scripting, plus a BS degree in CS/engineering.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of infrastructure operations or DevOps engineering experience.
• Experience with design and deployment of server hardware (Dell, HP, Super Micro).
• Configuring and troubleshooting Windows and Linux environments.
• Private cloud environments running VMware or Hyper-V.
• Configuration management systems such as SCCM, Ansible.
• Infrastructure provisioning tools such as Terraform and Packer.
• Windows and Linux operating systems (Server and Workstation).
• Familiar with enterprise storage concepts (NAS, SAN, Tiering).
• Working knowledge of at least one scripting language (PowerShell, JavaScript, Python preferred).
• Bachelor’s degree in computer science, engineering, or a related subject.

Responsibilities

• Design, implement, and maintain operational components in private clouds such as VMware and Hyper-V.
• Ensure managed infrastructure meets all internal and regulatory security standards.
• Collaborate with IT and Security teams across Esri divisions to build solutions and address issues.
• Drive automation to improve operational maturity for infrastructure deployment and maintenance.
• Monitor system performance and proactively resolve issues to ensure uptime and resource utilization.
• Respond to alerts; troubleshoot and resolve problem tickets.
• Identify cost optimization opportunities and maintain vendor relationships.
• Create and maintain detailed documentation of procedures and configurations.
• Share knowledge in team meetings and training sessions.
• Provide rotational on-call technical support.

Skills

DevOps engineering

Server hardware config

Windows & Linux

Private cloud (VMware/Hyper-V)

SCCM/Ansible

Terraform/Packer

Scripting (PowerShell/Python)

Education

Bachelor's degree in computer science, engineering, or related

Tools

VMware

Hyper-V

SCCM

Ansible

Terraform

Packer

Job description

Overview

We are looking for a talented, self-motivated, and experienced systems engineer to help support our private cloud and enhance DevSecOps practices to automate workflows for the enterprise. If you are looking to take on a role that will give you the ability to build and implement solutions with cutting-edge technology, this may be the opportunity for you!

Responsibilities

• Design, implement, and maintain operational components in private clouds such as VMware and Hyper-V
• Ensure managed infrastructure meets all internal and regulatory security standards
• Collaborate with IT and Security teams in partnership with departmental contacts across Esri divisions to build solutions and address issues
• Drive automation to improve operational maturity for infrastructure deployment and maintenance
• Monitor system performance and proactively resolve issues to ensure optimal uptime and resource utilization of servers & the virtual environments
• Respond to alerts; troubleshoot and resolve problem tickets
• Identify cost optimization opportunities and help maintain strong vendor relationships
• Create and maintain detailed documentation of procedures, configurations, and best practices.
• Share knowledge in team meetings, one-on-one mentoring, and training sessions
• Provide rotational on-call technical support

Requirements

• 2+ years of infrastructure operations or DevOps engineering experience
• Experience with
  • Design and deployment of server hardware (e.g. Dell, HP, Super Micro)
  • Configuring and troubleshooting Windows and Linux environments
  • Private cloud environments running VMware or Hyper-V
  • Configuration management systems such as SCCM, Ansible
  • Infrastructure provisioning tools such as Terraform and Packer
  • Windows and Linux operating systems (Server and Workstation)
• Familiar with enterprise storage concepts (NAS, SAN, Tiering)
• Working knowledge of at least one scripting language (PowerShell, JavaScript, Python preferred)
• Visa sponsorship is not available for this posting. Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the US.
• Bachelor’s degree in computer science, engineering, or a related subject

Recommended Qualifications

• Experimenting with AI & Agentic AI to aid infrastructure deployment, monitoring, and automation
• Experience with containers and container orchestration platforms such as OpenShift
• Experience working with APIs (REST, SOAP)
• Knowledge of compliance standards such as CIS, STIG, CMMC, and application of vendor best practice hardening guidance
• Familiarity with ServiceNow ITIL functions – tasks, lists, reports, queries, CMDB
• Certifications preferred: Microsoft Azure, VMware VCF, or related

Total Rewards

Esri’s competitive total rewards strategy includes industry-leading health and welfare benefits: medical, dental, vision, basic and supplemental life insurance for employees (and their families), 401(k) and profit-sharing programs, minimum accrual of 80 hours of vacation leave, twelve paid holidays throughout the calendar year, and opportunities for personal and professional growth. Base salary is one component of our total rewards strategy. Compensation decisions and the base range for this role take into account many factors including but not limited to skill sets; experience and training; licensure and certifications; and other business and organizational needs.

A reasonable estimate of the base salary range is $70,304—$122,720 USD

The Company

At Esri, diversity is more than just a word on a map. When employees of different experiences, perspectives, backgrounds, and cultures come together, we are more innovative and ultimately a better place to work. We believe in having a diverse workforce that is unified under our mission of creating positive global change. We understand that diversity, equity, and inclusion is not a destination but an ongoing process. We are committed to the continuation of learning, growing, and changing our workplace so every employee can contribute to their life’s best work. Our commitment to these principles extends to the global communities we serve by creating positive change with GIS technology. For more information on Esri’s Racial Equity and Social Justice initiatives, please visit our website here.

Esri is an equal opportunity employer (EOE) and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. If you need reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please email [e-mail] and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information. Please note that only those inquiries concerning a request for reasonable accommodation will be responded to from this e-mail address.

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