Senior Systems Automation Engineer (Remote - US) at Jobgether

, , United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

07 Feb, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

09 Nov, 25

Experience

10 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Automation, Cloud Platforms, Windows Systems, Linux Systems, Infrastructure as Code, Ansible, Python, PowerShell, Chef, Puppet, Troubleshooting, Security Best Practices, Documentation, Mentoring, RPA Technologies, Incident Response

Industry

Internet Marketplace Platforms

Description

This position is posted by Jobgether on behalf of a partner company. We are currently looking for a Senior Systems Automation Engineer in the United States. This role focuses on modernizing infrastructure and enhancing operational efficiency through automation across cloud and on-premises environments. You will lead the development and maintenance of automated deployment, configuration management, and orchestration processes, ensuring compliance, security, and scalability. The position requires hands-on expertise with both Windows and Linux systems, cloud platforms (AWS, Azure), and Infrastructure as Code tools. You will collaborate with technical teams, mentor junior engineers, and provide solutions that streamline complex workflows. By driving automation and innovation, you will directly contribute to improving productivity and reliability in a dynamic, mission-focused environment. Accountabilities: Design, implement, and maintain automated deployment and configuration management solutions across Windows and Linux infrastructures using tools like Ansible, Python, PowerShell, Chef, or Puppet. Deploy and manage Microsoft Just Enough Administration (JEA) setups to enforce least privilege and RBAC policies aligned with security best practices. Automate OS patching, maintenance, and routine system administration tasks to improve operational efficiency. Provide support to stakeholders for general system and application-specific issues, ensuring timely troubleshooting and remediation. Maintain accurate infrastructure documentation and asset management records. Participate in hardware, software, and infrastructure upgrades, contributing to continuous improvement initiatives. Mentor junior engineers, promoting knowledge sharing and best practices within the team. Respond to critical infrastructure incidents as part of an on-call rotation. 7+ years of experience in systems engineering within SaaS or hosted infrastructures, focusing on automation and scalability. Minimum 3 years of hands-on experience developing, deploying, and documenting automation/orchestration standards with tools such as Ansible, Python, PowerShell, Chef, or Puppet. At least 3 years of experience managing cloud infrastructure (AWS, Azure). Expert-level knowledge of Windows Server (2016, 2019) and major Linux distributions (RHEL, Ubuntu). Strong troubleshooting skills in complex Linux environments. Understanding of data center operations, environmental controls, and security best practices. Familiarity with FedRAMP and DoD security directives is a plus. Exceptional verbal and written communication skills for technical and non-technical stakeholders. Demonstrated problem-solving abilities, independent management of complex technical issues, and implementation of solutions. Drive to innovate through automation and improve operational processes continuously. Availability to serve as on-call engineer on a rotating schedule. Exposure to RPA technologies (UI Path, Automation Anywhere) is advantageous. Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related technical field, or equivalent practical experience. U.S. Citizenship may be required to meet eligibility for security clearance. Competitive salary and performance-based bonuses. Fully remote work flexibility across the United States. Comprehensive healthcare, dental, and vision coverage. Retirement savings plan and 401(k) options. Professional development and career growth opportunities. Collaborative, mission-driven work environment emphasizing innovation and operational excellence. Jobgether is a Talent Matching Platform that partners with companies worldwide to efficiently connect top talent with the right opportunities through AI-driven job matching. When you apply, your profile goes through our AI-powered screening process designed to identify top talent efficiently and fairly. 🔍 Our AI evaluates your CV and LinkedIn profile thoroughly, analyzing your skills, experience, and achievements. 📊 It compares your profile to the job’s core requirements and past success factors to determine your match score. 🎯 Based on this analysis, we automatically shortlist the 3 candidates with the highest match to the role. 🧠 When necessary, our human team may perform an additional manual review to ensure no strong profile is missed. The process is transparent, skills-based, and free of bias — focusing solely on your fit for the role. Once the shortlist is completed, we share it directly with the company that owns the job opening. The final decision and next steps (such as interviews or additional assessments) are then made by their internal hiring team. Thank you for your interest! #LI-CL1

Responsibilities

The role involves designing, implementing, and maintaining automated deployment and configuration management solutions across Windows and Linux infrastructures. You will also mentor junior engineers and respond to critical infrastructure incidents as part of an on-call rotation.