Sr. Manufacturing IT Systems Engineer

Overview

The Senior Staff MFG IT Systems Engineer will be responsible for the ZT Systems manufacturing environment which includes virtualization utilizing VMware vCenter services and the various VMware features, as well as a proven advanced skill set and experience across various Microsoft and open-source technologies with a focus on Linux. They will manage the on-prem infrastructure support such as virtualization and storage and use of automation for day-to-day support and issue resolution.

Requisition : R-104685

• Architect, implement, and maintain highly available Linux/Windows server platforms across on‑prem and cloud (hybrid) environments.
• Manage and optimize hypervisors (e.g., VMware, Hyper‑V, KVM) and enterprise storage platforms (SAN/NAS/object) for performance, resilience, and cost.
• Design and operate Hashi Corp Consul (service discovery/mesh), Nomad (workload orchestration), Vault (secrets management/PKI), and Boundary (secure access) in production.
• Standardize and scale configuration management with Ansible and infrastructure provisioning with Terraform (modules, work spaces, policy as code).
• Build automation and tooling in Python (and Bash/Power Shell where appropriate) to reduce toil, integrate APIs, and improve observability.
• Create/Update/Implement scripts to be used in Linux, Windows, Ansible Playbooks with a focus on Python and YAML.
• Participate in projects and engineer new systems; collaborate with cross-functional teams to improve business processes and systems.
• Plan server migration and deployment projects; accept additional tasks and responsibilities as new business needs arise.
• Monitor performance of critical servers and applications; optimize load configuration and advise on hardware purchases or upgrades; tune software as needed.
• Engage and manage 3rd-party vendors to achieve expedient resolution.
• Create and maintain system documentation for specifications, designs, procedures, and logs; document all processes, system changes/fixes, and issues.

• Bachelor’s degree (Computer Science preferred) with 8+ years of system engineering experience in enterprise-level, highly integrated IT environments (or MS degree with 6+ years of experience).
• Working knowledge of Public Cloud-based solutions and APIs.
• 8+ years of Linux experience.
• 8+ years VMware/virtual server experience with working knowledge of vSphere, vMotion, and VMware management.
• Knowledge of API and API development.
• 4+ years of Dev Ops experience.
• Proficiency in Python; 4+ years of Ansible experience.
• 4+ years of enterprise storage experience with NFS/SMB/CIFS and storage solutions (e.g., QNAP, Pure, HPE, Net App).
• Advanced knowledge of Active Directory architecture and support (Group Policy, DNS, user/group management).
• Understanding of Information Security best practices.
• Ability to produce and adhere to documentation – Visio, run books, project plans, root cause analysis.
• Strong documentation and communication skills applicable to a customer-service oriented role.

Note:

ZT Systems assesses market data to ensure a competitive compensation package. The typical base salary for this position is expected to be between $124,500 and $166,000 per year. Final base salary is determined on experience, skills, knowledge, education and/or certifications. Base salary is one component of total rewards, which may include bonus, benefits, and retirement plans. EEO statements and eligibility details follow below.

ZT Systems, a Sanmina Company, is dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive, and authentic workplace. We offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to support well-being, financial security, and professional development. We encourage qualified individuals to apply even if their experience doesn’t match every qualification listed.

ZT Group Int’l. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind. Some positions may require eligibility to work in the U.S. or export control compliance as applicable.