Principal Systems Operations Engineer

If you are a highly motivated and experienced Systems Operations Engineer looking to take on a challenging and rewarding role, we encourage you to apply for this position

Job Title: Principal Systems Operations Engineer

Location: San Francisco, California, United States

Salary: $310000 - $360000

Position Overview: We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Principal Systems Operations Engineer to join our dynamic team. As a key member of our Operations department, the Principal Systems Operations Engineer will be responsible for overseeing the design, implementation, and maintenance of our company's systems and infrastructure. This role requires a deep understanding of various operating systems, network and storage technologies, as well as a strong background in project management and leadership.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead the design and implementation of complex systems and infrastructure projects, ensuring they meet the company's performance, security, and scalability requirements
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to identify and address system issues, troubleshoot and resolve technical problems, and improve overall system performance
• Manage and maintain our company's servers, storage, and network infrastructure, ensuring high availability and uptime
• Develop and maintain system monitoring and alerting tools to proactively identify and address potential issues
• Participate in capacity planning and performance tuning activities to optimize system performance and resource utilization
• Create and maintain system documentation, including architecture diagrams, configurations, and procedures
• Evaluate and recommend new hardware and software solutions to improve system performance and efficiency
• Train and mentor junior team members on system administration tasks, best practices, and procedures
• Stay up-to-date with emerging technologies and industry trends, and make recommendations for their adoption to improve our systems and processes
• Collaborate with other departments to ensure systems and infrastructure align with business needs and goals
• Serve as a subject matter expert, providing guidance and support to other teams and departments on technical matters related to systems and infrastructure

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field
• Minimum of 7 years of experience in systems administration, with a focus on Linux/Unix operating systems
• Expertise in managing and troubleshooting complex systems and infrastructure, including servers, storage, and network devices
• Strong understanding of virtualization technologies, such as VMware and Hyper-V
• Experience with configuration management tools, such as Puppet, Chef, or Ansible
• Proven experience in project management, with the ability to lead and manage multiple projects simultaneously
• Excellent problem-solving skills, with the ability to think critically and analytically
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams and communicate technical information to non-technical stakeholders
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and adapt to changing priorities and deadlines
• Industry certifications, such as Red Hat Certified Engineer (RHCE) or VMware Certified Professional (VCP), are a plus

Join our team and be part of an innovative and dynamic company that values and invests in its employees' growth and development.