Senior Systems Engineer

Saronic Technologies is a leader in revolutionizing autonomy at sea, dedicated to developing state-of-the-art solutions that enhance maritime operations through autonomous and intelligent platforms.

JOB OVERVIEW

We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated Senior Systems Engineer to lead the design, deployment, and ongoing maintenance of our data center infrastructure. This position is critical to supporting our mission-critical systems and ensuring high availability, scalability, and performance across both on-premise and cloud environments.

The ideal candidate will have deep technical expertise in both Windows and Linux environments, extensive experience with monitoring and disaster recovery solutions, and a strong foundation in virtualization, cloud services, storage, and preferably high-performance computing (HPC). This role requires a hands-on, detail-oriented engineer who thrives in a fast-paced, high-growth environment.

RESPONSIBILITIES

- Lead architecture, deployment, and lifecycle management of data center infrastructure components.

- Design and implement scalable, secure, and resilient systems in hybrid environments (on-prem and cloud).

- Administer and maintain enterprise Windows and Linux systems.

- Develop and enforce backup, disaster recovery, and business continuity strategies.

- Optimize storage and compute infrastructure for high performance and cost-effectiveness.

- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to support application needs and integration projects.

- Document systems designs, procedures, configurations, and provide knowledge transfer.

- Proactively monitor systems performance and reliability, and troubleshoot issues as they arise.

- Ensure compliance with industry standards and internal security policies.

- Participate in an on-call rotation and respond to incidents with urgency and professionalism.

QUALIFICATIONS

- Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Information Systems, Engineering, or related field (or equivalent experience).

- 7+ years of experience in systems engineering or infrastructure roles.

- Proficiency in both Windows Server and Linux (RHEL/CentOS/Ubuntu) environments.

- Proven experience in data center design, build-out, and operations.

- Strong knowledge of backup and disaster recovery solutions (e.g., Veeam, Commvault, Rubrik).

- Experience with cloud platforms such as AWS/AWS GovCloud, Azure, or GCP.

- Familiarity with enterprise storage solutions (e.g., NetApp, Dell EMC, Ceph).

- Experience with virtualization technologies (e.g., VMware, Hyper-V).

- Strong scripting and automation skills (e.g., PowerShell, Bash, Python).

- Understanding of networking fundamentals and integration with infrastructure systems.

- Excellent problem-solving skills, with the ability to multitask and work under pressure.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

- Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer

- Occasional standing and walking within the office

- Manual dexterity to operate a computer keyboard, mouse, and other office equipment

- Visual acuity to read screens, documents, and reports

- Occasional reaching, bending, or stooping to access file drawers, cabinets, or office supplies

- Lifting and carrying items up to 20 pounds occasionally (e.g., office supplies, packages)

BENEFITS:

Medical Insurance: Comprehensive health insurance plans covering a range of services

Saronic pays 100% of the premium for employees and 80% for dependents

Dental and Vision Insurance: Coverage for routine dental check-ups, orthodontics, and vision care

Saronic pays 100% of the premium under the basic plan for employees and 80% for dependents

Time Off: Generous PTO and Holidays

Parental Leave: Paid maternity and paternity leave to support new parents

Competitive Salary: Industry-standard salaries with opportunities for performance-based bonuses

Retirement Plan: 401(k) plan with company match

Stock Options: Equity options to give employees a stake in …