Systems Engineer I

University of Texas at Dallas; Dallas (TX); Hybrid; USD 55,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Texas at Dallas seeks a Systems Engineer I to support BrainHealth Platform deployment and operation. You will work under senior engineers to configure services, build deployment pipelines, and ensure reliable cloud infrastructure for the OBHW program.

This role emphasizes collaboration across clinical, research, and engineering teams. The position requires a Bachelor's degree or equivalent, with preferred background in CS/Software Engineering, backend development, and AWS exposure.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Preferred: Bachelor's in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or related field.
• Experience with backend development in production or academic projects.
• Exposure to AWS cloud services; familiarity with RESTful APIs and SQL databases.

Responsibilities

• Assist in deploying and configuring backend components and APIs.
• Help maintain and monitor cloud infrastructure in AWS.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to meet program requirements.
• Document steps and configurations for deployments and testing.

Skills

Attention to detail

Communication

Collaboration

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's degree

CS/Software Engineering (preferred)

Tools

AWS Cloud Services

Git

CI/CD

SQL databases

RESTful APIs

Job description

Posting Details

Posting Number: S07308P
Position Title: Systems Engineer I
Functional Title: Systems Engineer I
Department: CBH BPI
Salary Range: $55,000 to $62,000 Dependent on Qualifications
Pay Basis: Monthly
Position Status: Regular full-time
Location: Dallas
Desired Start Date: 11/23/2026

Job Summary

Systems Engineer I is an entry level technical position providing departmental or campus wide support to ensure optimum performance and connectivity of IT systems that may include hardware, software, databases, storage, and network components.

Minimum Education and Experience

Bachelor's degree or an equivalent combination of relevant education and experience may be considered.

Preferred Education and Experience

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a closely related field. Experience with backend software development in a production or academic project environment. Exposure to AWS cloud services.

Coursework, internship, or project experience standing up or configuring a software platform environment; experience with version control systems (Git) and basic CI/CD concepts; familiarity with the Center for BrainHealth. BrainHealth Platform or similar research or clinical technology platform; prior experience working with military populations, veterans, or federal health programs; prior experience in research, academic, or healthcare technology environment.

Working knowledge of backend software development; experience building or consuming RESTful APIs; basic familiarity with AWS cloud services; understanding of SQL databases; ability to follow established technical patterns and implementation guidance from senior engineers; strong attention to detail when configuring and testing platform components; effective written and verbal communication skills; ability to collaborate across cross-functional teams including clinical, research, and engineering stakeholders

Other Qualifications

To the extent this position requires the holder to research, work on, or have access to critical infrastructure as defined in Section 117.001(2) of the Texas Business and Commerce Code, the ability to maintain the security or integrity of the critical infrastructure is a minimum qualification to be hired and to continue to be employed in the position.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Assist in duplicating and standing up the BrainHealth Platform for the OBHW program, under the direction of senior engineering staff; implement and configure application services and APIs to support the OBHW program; assist with configuration and maintenance of cloud infrastructure within AWS; support adaptation of existing platform components to meet OBHW program requirements; help maintain environment parity with the BrainHealth Platform and apply upstream changes as directed; assist with building and testing deployment pipelines for the OBHW environment; document implementation steps and configuration details for the OBHW instance; perform testing and validation of platform components ahead of go-live; collaborate with clinical, research, and engineering team members to support program requirements; elevate technical issues to senior engineers as needed; perform other duties as assigned.

Physical Demands and Working Conditions

Standard office environment. Occasional after-hours work may be required to support scheduled deployments or system maintenance.

Remote Work Notice

Remote Work Notice: Hybrid remote work environment available and a UT Dallas Remote Work Agreement is required upon employment. Use of personal computer and other standard office equipment may be required. Must be located within the DFW Area and have the ability to be on campus with 24 hours of notice.

What We Can Offer

UT Dallas is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We offer an employee-friendly work environment with a comprehensive benefits package including:

• Competitive Salary
• Tuition Benefits
• BCBS PPO Medical Insurance Options - including 100% paid employee medical coverage for full-time employees
• AD&D Insurance
• Dental & Vision Plan Options
• Optional Long and Short-term Disability
• TRS Retirement Plan
• Fertility Benefits
• Paid time off

All UT Dallas employees have access to various professional development opportunities, including a membership to Academic Impressions, LinkedIn Learning, and UT Dallas Bright Leaders Program.

Visit https://hr.utdallas.edu/employees/benefits/ for more information.

About Us

UT Dallas is a top public research university located in one of the nation's fastest-growing metropolitan regions. Our seven schools offer more than 140 undergraduate and graduate programs, plus professional certificates and fast-track programs. Our student body is 31,000 strong, reflecting students from over 100 countries and a multiplicity of identities and experiences. UT Dallas is committed to graduating well-rounded members of the global community whose education has prepared them for rewarding lives and productive careers in a constantly changing world.

Rich with visual and performing arts venues, museum districts, professional and semi-professional athletics teams, botanical gardens, accessible trails and so much more, the Dallas-Fort Worth DFW metroplex has something for everyone to explore. UT Dallas partners with regional higher education institutions and school districts and with the Richardson Innovation Quarter (Richardson IQ), a major hub for innovation, entrepreneurship, and educational activities.

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Important Message

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