Systems Engineer II (Windows and Linux)

Bullhorn; Massachusetts; Hybrid; USD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision

401(k) with match

Unlimited PTO

Mental Health Support

Learning & Development

Volunteer days

Employee Referral Program

Mentor program

Job summary

Bullhorn is seeking a problem-solving Systems Engineer II to join its production operations in a fast-paced, SaaS environment. You will manage and operate Bullhorn's production environment to ensure 24/7 availability, collaborate across teams, and mentor fellow engineers.

The role requires strong Windows and Linux administration, VMware, container platforms, and cloud services, plus scripting skills. You will contribute to deployment planning, automation, and systems documentation while

Qualifications

• 5+ years total experience with systems administration and troubleshooting.
• Strong Windows Server skills (Server 2016/2019/2022, 2025, Windows Server Core).
• Experience with CentOS/RHEL or Debian Linux.
• Experience with VMware ESX/ESXi.
• Experience in managing containerized environments (Docker & Kubernetes).
• Experience with operating infrastructure that supports .Net Framework, .NET Core, or IIS-based applications.
• Experience in an iSCSI SAN environment.
• Proficiency in Log Management with ELK, Splunk, Sumo Logic, or equivalent.
• Skilled in one or more of AWS, Microsoft Azure, or GCP.
• Proficiency in scripting languages such as PowerShell, C#, Python, Batch.
• Previous SaaS/high-volume website environment preferred.
• Experience in automation and managing large server environments.
• Strong understanding of RAID storage.
• Previous on-call experience.
• Bonus points for LDAP/Kerberos against Microsoft Active Directory.
• Open Source Project experience
• Ansible/Puppet/CFEngine
• Windows Failover Clustering and Hyper-V virtualization
• System Center SCCM/SCOM or Microsoft Endpoint Manager
• PowerShell DSC/Ansible/Puppet for Windows environments

Responsibilities

• Monitor and maintain all production system equipment and services.
• Ensure 24/7 availability of the Bullhorn production application environments (weekend on-call on rotation).
• Mentor other Systems Engineers within the team.
• Document technical environments, processes and procedures.
• Provide direct support to Software Development, Quality Engineering, Customer Support, Professional Services and third-party vendors.
• Maintain network and systems configurations globally across data centers.
• Develop system analysis and reporting tools and automation.
• Participate in planning and deployment of new product projects.

Skills

Windows Server

CentOS/RHEL

VMware ESXi

Docker

Kubernetes

PowerShell

Python

C#

.NET

IIS

SCCM/SCOM

Cloud (AWS/Azure/GCP)

Ansible

Puppet

SAN/iSCSI

ELK/Splunk/Sumo Logic

On-call

Tools

Docker & Kubernetes

Windows Server

VMware ESXi

Job description

Bullhorn's core purpose is to create an incredible customer experience, and the organization has a sharp focus on delivering very high quality products and services to its customers. The company culture is shaped by five Core Values: Ownership, Energy, Speed & Agility, Service, and Being Human. Each value, and its underlying definition, serves as a behavioral guide for employees as they interact with customers and fellow coworkers and is an embedded way of operating across our organization. Bullhorn is a fast-paced and dynamic environment where hard work and outstanding results are rewarded and celebrated. We value those that exhibit an eagerness to learn and a strong natural desire for continuous improvement and we encourage team members to stretch themselves, acknowledge challenges and learn from them. With a strong focus on growth, we provide ample opportunities for career development and prioritize promoting from within. We believe that leaders should care deeply about the development of their employees at all levels, emphasizing emotional intelligence and accountability. Our leaders collaborate closely to ensure the success of their teams, and we work together to achieve shared goals, creating a challenging and rewarding workplace for everyone.

About the Role Bullhorn is looking for a problem-solving systems-focused technologist to become our next Systems Engineer II. In this role, you will be responsible for managing and operating products and solutions for Bullhorn's production environment, while ensuring 24/7 availability. The position requires proven technical experience along with a positive attitude.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and maintain all production system equipment and services
• Ensure 24/7 availability of the Bullhorn production application environments. This will include weekend on-call responsibilities on a rotating basis.
• Be a mentor to other Systems Engineers within the team
• Document technical environments, processes and procedures.
• Provide direct support to Software Development, Quality Engineering, Customer Support, Professional Services and third-party vendors as needed to resolve production problems
• Maintain network and systems configurations globally across numerous data centers
• Develop system analysis and reporting tools and tools for task automation
• Participate in the planning and execution of new product deployment and enhancement projects, ensuring preparedness in servicing the product

You’ll Bring

• 5+ years total experience with systems administration, as well as hardware and software troubleshooting
• Strong Windows Server skills (Server 2016/2019/2022,2025, Windows Server Core)
• Experience with CentOS/RHEL or Debian Linux
• Experience with VMware ESX/ESXi
• Experience in managing containerized environments (Docker & Kubernetes)
• Experience with operating infrastructure that supports .Net Framework, .NET Core, or IIS-based applications
• Experience working in an iSCSI SAN environment
• Proficiency in Log Management with ELK, Splunk, Sumo Logic, or equivalent
• Skilled in one or more of AWS, Microsoft Azure, or GCP
• Proficiency in scripting languages such as PowerShell, C#, Python, Batch
• Previous experience in a SaaS and/or high-volume website environment preferred
• Experience in automation and managing large server environments
• Strong understanding of RAID storage
• Previous on-call experience
• Bonus points for: LDAP/Kerberos authentication against Microsoft Active Directory
• NAS technologies ( FCP, CIFS, NFS, etc)
• Open Source Project experience
• Ansible/Puppet/CFEngine
• Windows Failover Clustering and Hyper-V virtualization
• System Center suite (SCCM, SCOM) or Microsoft Endpoint Manager
• PowerShell DSC/Ansible/Puppet for Windows environments

Compensation and Transparency Statement

The posted range represents the good-faith estimate of what we expect to pay for this role at the time of this posting. We may ultimately pay more or less than the posted range, and the range may be modified in the future. Actual pay within the range will be based on factors such as, but not limited to, experience, skills, qualifications, geographic location, internal equity, and business or organizational needs and affordability. In accordance with state and local pay transparency laws we disclose salary ranges in all job postings and provide additional information upon request.

Benefits

• Benefits eligibility effective DAY ONE including Medical, Dental, Vision, 401(k), 401(k) Match, and more
• Unlimited Planned Paid Time Off
• Global Mental Health Support
• On-Demand Learning & Development
• Quarterly paid volunteer days
• Lucrative Employee Referral Program (eligible for prior to your first day)
• Company-wide mentor program

Bullhorn's core purpose is to create an incredible customer experience, and the organization has a sharp focus on delivering very high quality products and services to its customers. The company culture is shaped by five Core Values: Ownership, Energy, Speed & Agility, Service, and Being Human. Each value, and its underlying definition, serves as a behavioral guide for employees as they interact with customers and fellow coworkers and is an embedded way of operating across our organization. We are a people-first culture where everyone's contribution is valued and respected. We're looking for smart, forward-thinking individuals who aren't afraid to challenge the status quo and bring fresh perspectives to the table. If you're someone who thrives in a casual, yet fast-paced and agile environment, we'd love to have you join us. For the past 25 years, Bull