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Senior Systems Engineer

Auburn University -
Auburn University, AL

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Job Details

Full-time
$61,840 - $120,760 a year

Qualifications

Content creation for technical audiences
Linux support
Managing projects in an engineering role
System design
Scalable systems
System design for system development
Systems engineering
Software documentation
Managing projects
Distributed computing
Business requirements
Technical writing experience within technology
Linux administration
Cross-functional communication

Full Job Description

Pay Range: USD $61,840.00 - USD $120,760.00 /Yr. Overview:

Auburn University’s Office of Information Technology (OIT) is seeking an experienced Systems Engineer – Linux & Web Infrastructure to serve as a lead technical expert responsible for the design, implementation, security, and ongoing operation of enterprise Linux platforms and web infrastructure services.

This position blends deep Linux systems engineering expertise with web infrastructure and platform engineering, supporting highly available, secure, and scalable services across on‑premises and cloud environments. The engineer will play a critical role in Auburn’s modernization initiatives, ensuring the University can host, secure, and deliver services from anywhere to anywhere while maintaining enterprise reliability and compliance.

The successful candidate will operate with a high degree of independence, provide architectural leadership, and collaborate closely with infrastructure, security, application, and campus IT partners.

Working onsite is a requirement of the job. May be approved to work up to 3 days hybrid remote in local area with supervisor’s approval upon completion of probationary period.

Special Instructions:

Submit the below application materials into one document.

Cover letter
Resume

Responsibilities:

Design, implement, and maintain enterprise Linux systems supporting web, application, and infrastructure services
Engineer and support web infrastructure platforms, including Apache and NGINX, and integrations with enterprise load balancing (e.g., F5 or equivalent)
Architect and manage highly available and scalable web and application hosting platforms
Ensure Linux and web platforms meet security, compliance, and performance standards, including patching, hardening, vulnerability remediation, and certificate management
Support and evolve hybrid infrastructure environments, spanning on‑premises systems and public cloud platforms
Provide technical leadership for modernization efforts, including cloud readiness, containerization, and automation
Manage core infrastructure services such as DNS, IP addressing, firewall coordination, SSL/TLS certificates, and system monitoring
Develop and maintain automation and configuration management to improve reliability, consistency, and operational efficiency
Participate in backup, disaster recovery, and cyber‑resilience operations, ensuring recoverability of Linux and web-hosted systems
Create and maintain clear technical documentation, standards, and operational runbooks
Serve as a technical consultant to campus IT and application teams; mentor junior engineers
Participate in after‑hours maintenance and on‑call rotation as required
Handle systems containing sensitive or regulated data in accordance with University policies

Qualifications:

Systems Engineer (MA46)

High school diploma and 11 years of relevant experience OR
Associate’s degree and 7 years of experience OR

Sr. Systems Engineer (MA47)

Bachelor’s degree and 6 years of relevant IT experience in the administration of distributed computer systems.

Scope of Experience: Relevant IT experience in the administration of distributed computer systems.

Minimum Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

Advanced troubleshooting ability across Linux, applications, and infrastructure components
Strong understanding of enterprise architecture principles and systems lifecycle management
Ability to translate business and application requirements into secure, scalable technical designs
Demonstrated experience managing multiple priorities and complex technical projects
Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to collaborate across diverse technical teams
Commitment to delivering reliable, secure, and high‑quality services
Ability to work independently with minimal supervision while also functioning effectively within a team environment
Strong attention to documentation, change management, and operational discipline

Why Work at Auburn:

Life-Changing Impact: Our work changes lives through research, instruction, and outreach, making a lasting impact on our students, our communities, and the world.
Culture of Excellence: We are committed to leveraging our strengths, resources, collaboration, and innovation as a top employer in higher education.
We’re Here for You: Auburn offers generous benefits, educational opportunities, and a culture of support and work/life balance.
Sweet Home Alabama: The Auburn/Opelika area offers southern charm, vibrant downtown scenes, top-ranked schools, and easy access to Atlanta, Birmingham, and the Gulf of Mexico beaches.
A Place for Everyone: Auburn is committed to fostering an environment where all faculty, staff, and students are welcomed, valued, respected, and engaged.
Ready to lead and shape the future of higher education? Apply today! War Eagle!

Equal Opportunity Compliance Statement: It is our policy to provide equal employment and education opportunities for all individuals without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, age, disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other classification protected by applicable law. Please visit the Office of Equal Opportunity Compliance's website to learn more.

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