Senior IT Systems Engineer

The role

The Senior IT Systems Engineer will lead the design, deployment, and maintenance of data center infrastructure. This role supports mission-critical systems across on-premise and cloud environments.

What you will do

• Lead architecture, deployment, and lifecycle management of data center infrastructure components.
• Design and implement scalable, secure, and resilient systems in hybrid environments.
• Administer and maintain enterprise Windows and Linux systems.
• Develop and enforce backup, disaster recovery, and business continuity strategies.
• Optimize storage and compute infrastructure for high performance and cost-effectiveness.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to support application needs and integration projects.
• Document systems designs, procedures, and configurations.
• Monitor systems performance and reliability and troubleshoot issues.
• Ensure compliance with industry standards and internal security policies.
• Participate in an on-call rotation.

Required qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Information Systems, Engineering, or related field (or equivalent experience).
• 7+ years of experience in systems engineering or infrastructure roles.
• Proficiency in both Windows Server and Linux (RHEL/CentOS/Ubuntu) environments.
• Proven experience in data center design, build-out, and operations.
• Strong knowledge of backup and disaster recovery solutions (e.g., Veeam, Commvault, Rubrik).
• Experience with cloud platforms such as AWS/AWS GovCloud, Azure, or GCP.
• Familiarity with enterprise storage solutions (e.g., NetApp, Dell EMC, Ceph).
• Experience with virtualization technologies (e.g., VMware, Hyper-V).
• Strong scripting and automation skills (e.g., PowerShell, Bash, Python).
• Understanding of networking fundamentals and integration with infrastructure systems.
• Excellent problem-solving skills.
• Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer

Nice to have

• high-performance computing (HPC)

Benefits

• Medical Insurance: Saronic pays 100% of the premium for employees and 80% for dependents
• Dental and Vision Insurance: Saronic pays 100% of the premium under the basic plan for employees and 80% for dependents
• Generous PTO and Holidays
• Paid maternity and paternity leave
• Competitive Salary with performance-based bonuses
• 401(k) plan with company match
• Stock Options
• Basic life insurance and short- and long-term disability coverage
• Discounted pet insurance options including 24/7 Telehealth helpline
• Free lunch benefit
• Unlimited free drinks and snacks in the office

Before you apply

• Requires access to export-controlled information or items that require “U.S. Person” status (U.S. citizens, legal permanent residents, or certain protected classes of asylees and refugees).

About the company

Saronic Technologies is a leader in revolutionizing autonomy at sea, developing solutions that enhance maritime operations through autonomous and intelligent platforms.