Systems Engineer III

Irvine Technology Corporation; Seattle (WA); Remote; USD 90,000 - 96,000; Full time

Job summary

Irvine Technology Corporation (ITC) is seeking a Systems Engineer III to support a large-scale Linux/Unix server environment. This role challenges you to improve reliability, automate processes, and optimize production systems.

The position is remote (PST) and requires strong collaboration with cross-functional teams across time zones. You will configure OpenStack, manage Ceph storage, develop Infrastructure as Code, and support data center and bare-metal infrastructure.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of systems engineering experience supporting large-scale Linux/Unix environments.
• Strong Red Hat and CentOS expertise.
• Hands-on experience configuring and managing OpenStack environments and Ceph storage platforms.
• Strong experience with configuration management, Infrastructure as Code (IaC), and infrastructure automation in production environments.
• Experience managing physical data center and bare-metal server infrastructure; disaster recovery.

Responsibilities

• Configure, administer, and optimize OpenStack environments across large-scale production systems.
• Manage Ceph storage including monitoring, troubleshooting, performance, capacity, and overall platform reliability.
• Develop and maintain Infrastructure as Code (IaC) and configuration management solutions to automate provisioning, deployment, and system administration.
• Support physical data center and bare-metal infrastructure, including Linux/Unix servers, networking, upgrades, disaster recovery, and production changes.
• Proactively monitor infrastructure, troubleshoot complex issues, improve system reliability and security, and provide technical guidance to junior engineers.

Skills

Linux/Unix

OpenStack

Ceph

IaC

Automation

Tools

RHCA

CCNA

JNCIA

Job description

Systems Engineer III

Our client is seeking a Systems Engineer III to support and enhance a large-scale Linux/Unix server environment. This role is ideal for an experienced engineer who enjoys solving complex infrastructure challenges, improving system reliability, and identifying opportunities to automate and optimize production environments.

As part of our process after applying, you may receive an invitation from our AI Recruiter Avery for a short conversation that lets you share more about your background beyond your resume. For questions, contact [e-mail].

• Location: Remote (PST)
• Compensation: This job is expected to pay about 65-70/HR
• No Visa Sponsorship Available for this role

What You’ll Do:

Key Responsibilities

• Configure, administer, and optimize OpenStack environments and supporting infrastructure across large-scale production systems.
• Manage Ceph storage environments, including monitoring, troubleshooting, performance, capacity, and overall platform reliability.
• Develop and maintain Infrastructure as Code (IaC) and configuration management solutions to automate provisioning, deployment, and system administration.
• Support physical data center and bare-metal infrastructure, including Linux/Unix servers, networking, upgrades, disaster recovery, and production changes.
• Proactively monitor infrastructure, troubleshoot complex issues, improve system reliability and security, and provide technical guidance to junior engineers.

What Gets You the Job:

Qualifications

• 5+ years of systems engineering experience supporting large-scale Linux/Unix environments, with strong Red Hat and CentOS expertise.
• Hands-on experience configuring and managing OpenStack environments and Ceph storage platforms.
• Strong experience with configuration management, Infrastructure as Code (IaC), and infrastructure automation in production environments.
• Experience managing physical data center and bare-metal server infrastructure, including networking, upgrades, monitoring, and disaster recovery.
• Experience supporting distributed server architectures and production environments; Triad experience and certifications such as RHCA, CCNA, or JNCIA are preferred.

Irvine Technology Corporation (ITC) connects top talent with exceptional opportunities in IT, Security, Engineering, and Design. From startups to Fortune 500s, we partner with leading companies nationwide. Our AI recruiter, Avery helps streamline the first step of your journey—so we can focus on what matters most: helping you grow. Join us. Let us ELEVATE your career!

Irvine Technology Corporation provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, Irvine Technology Corporation complies with applicable state and local laws governing non-discrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities.