Senior Systems Engineer (IT)

Senior Systems Engineer

Organization Summary:

Lindsay Corporation is a global company, headquartered in Omaha, Nebraska, focused on providing irrigation and infrastructure solutions to meet the needs of a growing population. As one of the worlds leading providers of irrigation and water management, its Zimmatic systems are operating in more than 90 countries. Lindsay Corporations infrastructure division offers a wide range of products that aid in roadway maintenance and transportation safety. Since 1955, Lindsay Corporation has been at the forefront of research and development of products and services designed to meet the needs of a constantly evolving world.

Job Overview:

We are looking for a Senior Systems Engineer who will be responsible for designing, implementing, and maintaining complex systems infrastructure to support our company's operations. The ideal candidate will have a deep understanding of systems architecture, be well-versed in various technologies, and have a proven track record of managing and optimizing IT systems. As a Senior Systems Engineer, you will play a pivotal role in ensuring the reliability, scalability, and security of our systems.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Systems Design and Architecture:

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to design and architect scalable and reliable systems solutions.
• Evaluate and recommend hardware, software, and cloud services to meet business needs.
• Develop system architecture blueprints and documentation.

2. Systems Implementation and Maintenance:

• Install, configure, and maintain server hardware, operating systems, and software applications.
• Ensure system availability, performance, and security through proactive monitoring and regular maintenance.
• Troubleshoot and resolve complex system issues in a timely manner.

3. Infrastructure Automation:

• Develop and maintain automation scripts and tools to streamline system provisioning, configuration, and management.
• Implement infrastructure as code (IAC) practices to enhance efficiency and consistency.

4. Security and Compliance:

• Implement and maintain security best practices to safeguard company data and systems.
• Conduct regular security assessments, vulnerability scans, and system hardening.
• Ensure systems comply with industry regulations and standards.

5. Disaster Recovery and Business Continuity:

• Design and implement robust disaster recovery and backup solutions.
• Develop and test recovery procedures to minimize downtime in case of system failures.

6. Collaboration and Documentation:

• Collaborate with IT teams and stakeholders to understand and address their technical requirements.
• Create and maintain comprehensive documentation for systems configurations and procedures.

7. Mentoring and Leadership:

• Provide guidance and mentorship to junior systems engineers.
• Stay up-to-date with emerging technologies and industry trends to drive innovation.

Qualifications:

Please note, for this position,we are only entertaining candidates who do not require sponsorshipand are already local to the Omaha, Nebraska area.

Required:

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Information Systems, Management Information Systems or equivalent work experience.
• 5 years of proven experience as a Systems Engineer or a related role
• 2 years of experience with Azure management,IaaS and PaaS solutions, and public cloud offerings
• Strong expertise in system design, implementation, and administration
• Proficiency in Linux and Windows server environments
• Experience with virtualization technologies (e.g., Hyper-V)
• Scripting and automation skills (e.g., Python, PowerShell, Ansible)
• General knowledge of networking (LAN, WAN, VLAN, Routing, Firewalls, etc.)
• Proven experience with monitoring tools and techniques to proactively identify and resolve issues, thereby enhancing system uptime and reliability
• Expertise in backup solutions and disaster recovery planning
• Knowledge of network protocols, security principles, and best practices
• Excellent problem-solving and troubleshooting skills especially with traditional applications
• Strong leadership, communication, and collaboration abilities
• Must be able to accommodate 24 hour on call escalation schedule
• A solid understanding of project management principles and the ability to take on a project lead role, driving initiatives to successful completion and delivering measurable results

Desired:

• Experience with container technologies (e.g., Docker, Kubernetes)
• Experience with Infrastructure as Code (e.g., Terraform, CloudFormation, Ansible)
• API Integration Understanding (REST, SOAP) API Management
• Experience with Virtual Desktop Infrastructure (e.g., Citrix, AVD)

If you are a highly motivated and experienced Senior Systems Engineer looking to make a significant impact within a dynamic organization, we encourage you to apply. Join us in shaping the future of Lindsay Corporation and contributing to our ongoing success.

Lindsay Corporation is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

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