Overview
The System Operations Engineer plays a vital role in supporting the stability and performance of enterprise Linux, AIX, and DB2 environments, with a key emphasis on a core banking platform. This entry-level engineering role is ideal for individuals with foundational systems knowledge who are eager to build their expertise in a collaborative, fast-moving technical setting.
Under the guidance of senior team members, this position contributes to essential systems tasks such as monitoring, maintenance, patching, automation, and upgrades—all aimed at maintaining a high standard of service delivery across client-facing infrastructure.
Base pay range
$80,000.00/yr - $90,000.00/yr
Compensation
* Annual Bonus
System Health & Operations
* Assist with ongoing monitoring and upkeep of Linux and AIX server environments.
* Perform checks on DB2 systems to support uptime, performance, and availability.
* Participate in troubleshooting activities and help identify basic root causes under supervision.
Patching, Upgrades & Security
* Aid in the scheduling and implementation of OS patches, software updates, and version upgrades.
* Work with senior engineers to apply security updates in accordance with internal standards.
* Contribute to upgrade documentation, verification steps, and rollback planning.
Disaster Recovery & Resilience
* Take part in scheduled DR tests and support efforts to ensure continuity of services.
* Help maintain disaster recovery documentation and procedures to reflect changes in infrastructure.
Automation & Technical Documentation
* Support scripting efforts for automation of operational tasks, such as system checks and backups.
* Maintain documentation for system configurations, troubleshooting steps, and operating procedures.
* Partner with cross-functional teams to ensure system stability and up-to-date technical records.
Education & Experience
* Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or a related discipline preferred.
* Equivalent professional experience will be considered in place of a degree.
* 3+ years of relevant industry experience required.
* Minimum 1 year of experience in Linux/AIX administration and upgrade workflows.
* Hands-on experience with DB2 upgrades, performance troubleshooting, and backup processes.
Technical Proficiency
* Familiarity with Linux (RHEL) and AIX system administration tools and concepts.
* Exposure to DB2 database management, tuning, and general maintenance.
* Understanding of virtualization platforms and basic cloud infrastructure.
* Foundational knowledge of system security, networking principles, and storage management.
* Experience with the KeyStone core platform is a notable advantage.
Certifications (Preferred but not required)
* IBM Certified Administrator (DB2, AIX)
* AIX Systems Certification
Professional Attributes
* Analytical thinker with a solutions-focused mindset.
* Strong written and verbal communication skills, especially for documentation and team collaboration.
* Comfortable working in team-based environments with shared responsibilities.
Seniority level
* Entry level
Employment type
* Full-time
Job function
* Information Technology
Industries
* IT Services and IT Consulting and Banking
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The System Operations Engineer plays a vital role in supporting the stability and performance of enterprise Linux, AIX, and DB2 environments, with a key emphasis on a core banking platform. This entry-level engineering role is ideal for individuals with foundational systems knowledge who are eager to build their expertise in a collaborative, fast-moving technical setting.
Under the guidance of senior team members, this position contributes to essential systems tasks such as monitoring, maintenance, patching, automation, and upgrades—all aimed at maintaining a high standard of service delivery across client-facing infrastructure.
Base pay range
$80,000.00/yr - $90,000.00/yr
Compensation
* Annual Bonus
System Health & Operations
* Assist with ongoing monitoring and upkeep of Linux and AIX server environments.
* Perform checks on DB2 systems to support uptime, performance, and availability.
* Participate in troubleshooting activities and help identify basic root causes under supervision.
Patching, Upgrades & Security
* Aid in the scheduling and implementation of OS patches, software updates, and version upgrades.
* Work with senior engineers to apply security updates in accordance with internal standards.
* Contribute to upgrade documentation, verification steps, and rollback planning.
Disaster Recovery & Resilience
* Take part in scheduled DR tests and support efforts to ensure continuity of services.
* Help maintain disaster recovery documentation and procedures to reflect changes in infrastructure.
Automation & Technical Documentation
* Support scripting efforts for automation of operational tasks, such as system checks and backups.
* Maintain documentation for system configurations, troubleshooting steps, and operating procedures.
* Partner with cross-functional teams to ensure system stability and up-to-date technical records.
Education & Experience
* Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or a related discipline preferred.
* Equivalent professional experience will be considered in place of a degree.
* 3+ years of relevant industry experience required.
* Minimum 1 year of experience in Linux/AIX administration and upgrade workflows.
* Hands-on experience with DB2 upgrades, performance troubleshooting, and backup processes.
Technical Proficiency
* Familiarity with Linux (RHEL) and AIX system administration tools and concepts.
* Exposure to DB2 database management, tuning, and general maintenance.
* Understanding of virtualization platforms and basic cloud infrastructure.
* Foundational knowledge of system security, networking principles, and storage management.
* Experience with the KeyStone core platform is a notable advantage.
Certifications (Preferred but not required)
* IBM Certified Administrator (DB2, AIX)
* AIX Systems Certification
Professional Attributes
* Analytical thinker with a solutions-focused mindset.
* Strong written and verbal communication skills, especially for documentation and team collaboration.
* Comfortable working in team-based environments with shared responsibilities.
Seniority level
* Entry level
Employment type
* Full-time
Job function
* Information Technology
Industries
* IT Services and IT Consulting and Banking
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