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Systems Engineer


Reference Number: SMTXSE11

Systems Engineer
experience  Not Disclosed
location  Allen, TX
duration  6.0 Months
salary  Not Disclosed
jobtype  Not Disclosed
Industry  Transportation
Job Description

Hybrid (Tues-Wed-Thur onsite; Mon and Fri home office)

Description:

Systems Engineer III

Summary:
The client is seeking a skilled Lab manager to facilitate the transition from HPE hardware to Dell with KVM virtualization, replacing the existing VMWare and vSphere solutions. The role involves supporting and maintaining the client infrastructure, closely collaborating with the Unified Communication Data Center and Quality Assurance Team, and reporting to the Test manager.

Main Responsibilities:
Develop solutions for managing Dell PowerEdge servers with KVM.
Update firmware on Cisco and Brocade fiber switches.
Manage DFS on Windows Server and set up GFS2 for KVM hosts.
Oversee Windows Server Update Service and monitor servers with Logic Monitor.
Troubleshoot issues such as storage volumes, pools, firewall configurations.
Document configuration and management procedures.

Must-Have Qualifications:
Extensive hands-on experience in lab environments, preferably scaling 50+ systems.
Strong understanding of provisioning and boot processes.
Familiarity with Linux, Windows, Dell server management, and HPE server/SAN management.
Experience in hardware and OS-level debugging, and firmware upgrades.
Understanding of network infrastructure (layer 1, 2, and 3).
Working knowledge of LINUX kernel, modules, and drivers (compiling drivers is a plus).
Ability to work independently under pressure in dynamic environments.

Software Proficiency:
Command line in Windows Server and RHEL.
Degree Requirement: Bachelor's degree in engineering plus 8 years’ experience.

Nice-to-Have Skills:
Experience with HPE Storage, setting up hypervisor labs, Agile methodologies, and Project Management.
This position offers an opportunity to work in a fast-paced, technical environment with an immediate start.

Key Contributions:
Document lab configuration and processes within the first 90 to 120 days.

Notes:
Hybrid (Tues-Wed-Thur onsite; Mon and Fri home Office)
Work Schedule: Full-time, 8 am to 4 pm, Monday through Friday
Travel may include visits to the client Data Center
Does not involve driving more than 30%.
No use of client or rental vehicles.
Own vehicle usage may be required for travel to the client Data Center.


VIVA is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants have an equal opportunity for placement, and all employees have an equal opportunity to develop on the job. This means that VIVA will not discriminate against any employee or qualified applicant on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status

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