Systems Operations Engineer

Strategic Systems Inc; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 80,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual Bonus

Job summary

A leading technology firm is seeking an entry-level System Operations Engineer to support Linux, AIX, and DB2 environments. The role involves monitoring, maintenance, and automation tasks to ensure the stability of client-facing services. Ideal candidates will have a degree in Computer Science or equivalent experience, along with foundational knowledge in system administration. This position includes full-time employment with a competitive salary range of $80,000 to $90,000 annually.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of relevant industry experience required.
• Minimum 1 year of experience in Linux/AIX administration.
• Hands-on experience with DB2 upgrades and performance troubleshooting.

Responsibilities

• Perform monitoring and maintenance of Linux and AIX environments.
• Assist with OS patches, software updates, and version upgrades.
• Participate in disaster recovery tests.

Skills

Linux administration

AIX administration

DB2 troubleshooting

Scripting for automation

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or related field

3+ years of relevant industry experience

Job description

Overview

The System Operations Engineer plays a vital role in supporting the stability and performance of enterprise Linux, AIX, and DB2 environments, with a key emphasis on a core banking platform. This entry-level engineering role is ideal for individuals with foundational systems knowledge who are eager to build their expertise in a collaborative, fast-moving technical setting.

Under the guidance of senior team members, this position contributes to essential systems tasks such as monitoring, maintenance, patching, automation, and upgrades—all aimed at maintaining a high standard of service delivery across client-facing infrastructure.

Base pay range

$80,000.00/yr - $90,000.00/yr

Compensation

• Annual Bonus

System Health & Operations

• Assist with ongoing monitoring and upkeep of Linux and AIX server environments.


• Perform checks on DB2 systems to support uptime, performance, and availability.


• Participate in troubleshooting activities and help identify basic root causes under supervision.

Patching, Upgrades & Security

• Aid in the scheduling and implementation of OS patches, software updates, and version upgrades.


• Work with senior engineers to apply security updates in accordance with internal standards.


• Contribute to upgrade documentation, verification steps, and rollback planning.

Disaster Recovery & Resilience

• Take part in scheduled DR tests and support efforts to ensure continuity of services.


• Help maintain disaster recovery documentation and procedures to reflect changes in infrastructure.

Automation & Technical Documentation

• Support scripting efforts for automation of operational tasks, such as system checks and backups.


• Maintain documentation for system configurations, troubleshooting steps, and operating procedures.


• Partner with cross-functional teams to ensure system stability and up-to-date technical records.

Education & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or a related discipline preferred.


• Equivalent professional experience will be considered in place of a degree.


• 3+ years of relevant industry experience required.


• Minimum 1 year of experience in Linux/AIX administration and upgrade workflows.


• Hands-on experience with DB2 upgrades, performance troubleshooting, and backup processes.

Technical Proficiency

• Familiarity with Linux (RHEL) and AIX system administration tools and concepts.


• Exposure to DB2 database management, tuning, and general maintenance.


• Understanding of virtualization platforms and basic cloud infrastructure.


• Foundational knowledge of system security, networking principles, and storage management.


• Experience with the KeyStone core platform is a notable advantage.

Certifications (Preferred but not required)

• IBM Certified Administrator (DB2, AIX)


• AIX Systems Certification

Professional Attributes

• Analytical thinker with a solutions-focused mindset.


• Strong written and verbal communication skills, especially for documentation and team collaboration.


• Comfortable working in team-based environments with shared responsibilities.

Seniority level

• Entry level

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Information Technology

Industries

• IT Services and IT Consulting and Banking