Senior Systems Engineer, Physical Security
Remote Location - United States of America
Who are we?
Equinix is the world’s digital infrastructure company®, operating over 260 data centers across the globe. Digital leaders harness Equinix's trusted platform to bring together and interconnect foundational infrastructure at software speed. Equinix enables organizations to access all the right places, partners and possibilities to scale with agility, speed the launch of digital services, deliver world-class experiences and multiply their value, while supporting their sustainability goals.
Our culture is based on collaboration and the growth and development of our teams. We hire hardworking people who thrive on solving challenging problems and give them opportunities to hone new skills and try new approaches, as we grow our product portfolio with new software and network architecture solutions. We embrace diversity in thought and contribution and are committed to providing an equitable work environment that is foundational to our core values as a company and is vital to our success.
Senior Systems Engineer, Physical SecurityJob Summary
We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Senior Systems Engineer to join our dynamic team. As a Senior Systems Engineer, you will be responsible for designing, implementing, and maintaining complex systems infrastructure to meet the organization's technological needs. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure the smooth operation and optimization of our systems, while also providing technical guidance and mentorship to junior engineers. The ideal candidate will possess a strong background in systems engineering, excellent problem-solving skills, and the ability to work in a fast-paced and challenging environment.
Responsibilities
Design, implement, and maintain complex systems infrastructure, including servers, networks, storage, and virtualization technologies
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to gather requirements, assess system needs, and develop solutions that align with business objectives
Perform system analysis, capacity planning, and performance tuning to ensure optimal system performance and reliability
Troubleshoot and resolve complex system issues, including hardware, software, and network problems
Develop and maintain system documentation, including system configurations, processes, and procedures
Provide technical guidance and mentorship to junior engineers, fostering their professional growth and development
Stay up-to-date with emerging technologies and industry trends, and make recommendations for system enhancements and improvements
Collaborate with vendors and third-party providers to evaluate and implement new technologies and solutions.
Participate in on-call rotation and provide support for system emergencies and critical incidents
Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field. Master's degree is a plus
Proven experience as a Systems Engineer, with a minimum of 5 years in a senior or lead role
Strong knowledge of systems engineering principles, methodologies, and best practices
Proficiency in designing, implementing, and maintaining complex systems infrastructure, including servers, networks, storage, and virtualization technologies
Experience with cloud technologies (e.g., AWS, Azure) and containerization (e.g., Docker, Kubernetes)
Solid understanding of networking protocols, security principles, and disaster recovery strategies
Excellent problem-solving and troubleshooting skills, with the ability to analyze and resolve complex system issues
Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams
Ability to work in a fast-paced and challenging environment, managing multiple priorities and deadlines
Relevant certifications (e.g., Microsoft Certified Systems Engineer, VMware Certified Professional) are a plus
Equinix is committed to ensuring that our employment process is open to all individuals, including those with a disability. If you are a qualified candidate and need assistance or an accommodation, please let us know by completing this form.
Equinix is an Equal Employment Opportunity and, in the U.S., an Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to unlawful consideration of race, color, religion, creed, national or ethnic origin, ancestry, place of birth, citizenship, sex, pregnancy / childbirth or related medical conditions, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital or domestic partnership status, age, veteran or military status, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, political / organizational affiliation, status as a victim or family member of a victim of crime or abuse, or any other status protected by applicable law.
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RestrictionsRemote Location Remote Location - United States of America
Benefits/Perks Tasks- Collaborate with teams
- Design systems infrastructure
- Evaluate new technologies
- Implement systems solutions
- Maintain system performance
- Mentor junior engineers
- Troubleshoot system issues
AWS Azure Best Practices Capacity planning Cloud Cloud Technologies Collaboration Communication Containerization Design Digital Services Disaster Recovery Docker Interpersonal Kubernetes Mentorship Network architecture Networking Networking Protocols Networks Problem-solving Security principles Servers Storage Systems Engineering Troubleshooting Virtualization
Experience5 years
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