Windows Systems Engineer

Job Description

The Senior Systems Administrator is part of the server team responsible for the specification, acquisition, installation/configuration, operation, and maintenance of global Windows systems, virtualization, data storage, back-up platforms, and data center infrastructure.

Position includes support of day-to-day operational tasks as well as project support and project management. Solid technical and interpersonal skills are required. Being a team player is crucial. Need to be able to interface and communicate effectively with end-users, peers and management.

Duties 

• Install and maintain system infrastructure hardware, software, and services in compliance with established architectural standards and project guidelines.
• Monitor, report and manage performance of system infrastructure, applications and services. Perform ongoing performance tuning, hardware upgrades, and resource optimization as required.
• Manage data backup and off-site replication operations.
• Troubleshoot, repair and recover from system infrastructure issues. Coordinate and communicate with impacted application teams.
• Research and recommend innovative, and where possible, automated approaches for system administration tasks.
• Manage projects which will include development of plans, project schedules and communication of status updates on project milestones.
• Provide support to remote sites, working with site personnel to identify and resolve server related issues.
• Maintain data center infrastructure and environmental monitoring equipment.

Requirements

• 5+ years of experience with Microsoft Operating systems and related technologies including file services resource manager (FSRM), distributed file system (DFS), deduplication, NTFS permissions.
• 5+ years of experience in design, implementation and troubleshooting Microsoft’s Active Directory in multi-forest environments, including domain and federated trusts, DNS, and Active Directory Sites.
• 5+ years’ experience with VMware or other virtualization technologies. VMware ESX and Nutanix experience a plus.
• 3+ years as primary storage system administrator with enterprise-class Storage Area Network (SAN) and Network Area Storage (NAS) technologies, including Fiber channel, iSCSI, RAID, SMB, and NFS.
• Sound understanding of network technologies including IPv4, switching, routing, subnetting, firewalls, and the ability to troubleshoot with network captures.
• Proficient in one or more scripting languages: Python, PHP, Perl, Unix Shell Script, PowerShell, or similar.
• Experience with Dell PowerEdge servers a plus.
• Experience with enterprise-level data backup and de-duplication is desirable. Experience with Commvault Simpana is a plus.
• Must be able to work effectively with peers in a team-oriented environment.
• Ability to work in a self-directed manner on multiple tasks or projects, with excellent organizational and time-management skills.
• High level of professionalism, particularly working with and assisting clients with technical questions and issues.
• Must be process and detail-oriented. Must demonstrate sound troubleshooting methodologies

Qualifications

• Applicants for this position must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis. Renesas is unable to sponsor applicants for work visas for this position.
• 5+ years of experience with Microsoft Operating systems and related technologies including file services resource manager (FSRM), distributed file system (DFS), deduplication, NTFS permissions.
• 5+ years of experience in design, implementation and troubleshooting Microsoft’s Active Directory in multi-forest environments, including domain and federated trusts, DNS, and Active Directory Sites.
• 5+ years’ experience with VMware or other virtualization technologies. VMware ESX and Nutanix experience a plus.
• 3+ years as primary storage system administrator with enterprise-class Storage Area Network (SAN) and Network Area Storage (NAS) technologies, including Fiber channel, iSCSI, RAID, SMB, and NFS.
• Sound understanding of network technologies including IPv4, switching, routing, subnetting, firewalls, and the ability to troubleshoot with network captures.
• Proficient in one or more scripting languages: Python, PHP, Perl, Unix Shell Script, PowerShell, or similar.
• Experience with Dell PowerEdge servers a plus.
• Experience with enterprise-level data backup and de-duplication is desirable. Experience with Commvault Simpana is a plus.
• Must be able to work effectively with peers in a team-oriented environment.
• Ability to work in a self-directed manner on multiple tasks or projects, with excellent organizational and time-management skills.
• High level of professionalism, particularly working with and assisting clients with technical questions and issues.
• Must be process and detail-oriented. Must demonstrate sound troubleshooting methodologies

Additional Information

The expected annual pay range for this position is $134,000 - $200,000. This position is also eligible for bonus opportunities. Please note that final offer amount will be dependent on geographic location, applicable experience, and skillset of the candidate.

Renesas offers a full range of elective benefits including medical, health savings account (with applicable medical plan), dental, vision, health and/or dependent care flexible spending accounts, pre-tax commuter benefits, life insurance, AD&D, and pet insurance. In addition to elective benefit options, benefited employees receive company-paid life insurance and AD&D, LTD, short term medical benefits as well as paid sick time, paid holidays, and accrued paid vacation. New employees will attend a detailed benefit orientation to learn more about our many benefits and resources.

Renesas Electronics Corporation empowers a safer, smarter and more sustainable future where technology helps make our lives easier. The leading global provider of microcontrollers, Renesas combines our expertise in embedded processing, analog, power and connectivity to deliver complete semiconductor solutions. These Winning Combinations accelerate time to market for automotive, industrial, infrastructure and IoT applications, enabling billions of connected, intelligent devices that enhance the way people work and live. Learn more at renesas.com.

Renesas is an embedded semiconductor solution provider driven by its Purpose ‘To Make Our Lives Easier.’ As the industry’s leading expert in embedded processing with unmatched quality and system-level know-how, we have evolved to provide scalable and comprehensive semiconductor solutions for automotive, industrial, infrastructure, and IoT industries based on the broadest product portfolio, including High Performance Computing, Embedded Processing, Analog & Connectivity, and Power.
With a diverse team of over 21,000 professionals in more than 30 countries, we continue to expand our boundaries to offer enhanced user experiences through digitalization and usher into a new era of innovation. We design and develop sustainable, power-efficient solutions today that help people and communities thrive tomorrow, ‘To Make Our Lives Easier.’
At Renesas, you can: 

• Launch and advance your career in technical and business roles across four Product Groups and various corporate functions. You will have the opportunities to explore our hardware and software capabilities and try new things.

• Make a real impact by developing innovative products and solutions to meet our global customers' evolving needs and help make people’s lives easier, safe and secure. 

• Maximize your performance and wellbeing in our flexible and inclusive work environment. Our people-first culture and global support system, including the remote work option and Employee Resource Groups, will help you excel from the first day.

Are you ready to own your success and make your mark?

Join Renesas. Let’s Shape the Future together.

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