Systems Engineer / Infrastructure Engineer (6 Month Contract/Hybrid)

Trace3 is seeking an IT Engineer for a 6-month contract hybrid position. Reporting to the IT Team Lead, you will support the Information Technology team in providing large-scale, high-volume infrastructure and end-user services for higher education and public sector communities. This role offers an excellent opportunity to push the limits of enterprise technology within a flexible organization and build enterprise-scale solutions.

Key responsibilities include:

• Supporting core Linux server infrastructure and applications (60% of time)
• Supporting VMware environment
• Developing and implementing scripts and tools for system management and automation
• Evaluating and configuring commercial and open-source software
• Performing on-call support for production systems/applications
• Collaborating on migration, upgrade, and implementation plans (30% of time)
• Staying current on new infrastructure and enterprise technologies (10% of time)

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field, or equivalent combination of education, certification, and experience
• 2+ years experience administering and troubleshooting Linux servers and configuration automation tools
• 2+ years of systems/software support in a business environment
• 2+ years experience working with and troubleshooting end-user issues
• Experience with virtualized server environments, network monitoring tools, and databases
• Knowledge of TCP/IP networking concepts

Desired qualifications include experience with Puppet, AMQP/STOMP messaging platforms, Ruby, Python, PHP, source code control systems, Ubuntu Server, Windows Server, DNS administration, AWS or other cloud hosting environments, and Atlassian suite of products.

Trace3 offers comprehensive benefits, including medical, dental, and vision plans, 401(k) with employer match, competitive compensation, training programs, and a collaborative culture. The position requires on-site presence 2-3 days per week in Ann Arbor, MI.

Join Trace3 to discover the possibilities that live in technology and be part of a team that values street-smarts, innovation, and teamwork.