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Senior System Administrator
Niterra North America Inc —Wixom, MI
- $65,000 - $85,000 a year
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- Paid parental leave
- Disability insurance
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Scout Motors —Novi, MI
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- 18 years or older
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KLA —Ann Arbor, MI
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Senior System Administrator

Niterra North America Inc -
Wixom, MI

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Job Details

Full-time
$65,000 - $85,000 a year

Benefits

Paid parental leave
Disability insurance
Health insurance
Dental insurance
Paid time off
Parental leave
Vision insurance
401(k) matching
Life insurance

Qualifications

Vendor relationship building
Computer operation
Google Workspace
Data recovery
Operating system updates
Public Cloud
Patch management
Network protocols
Server virtualization
Productivity software
Server management automation
Linux administration

Full Job Description

About Us:

Founded in 1966, Niterra North America, Inc. (formerly NGK Spark Plugs) is the world leader in technology, innovation, and world-class quality in designing spark plugs and oxygen sensors. Today, that tradition continues as we transform our organization's portfolio, expand our core ceramic technologies, explore capabilities beyond traditional areas, and challenge ourselves to develop solutions and services that leverage technology to address social issues while contributing to a sustainable society.

Summary:

The Senior System Administrator will be responsible for architecting, configuring, and maintaining enterprise virtual and physical server environments to ensure maximum operational efficiency and business continuity. This role involves leading large-scale infrastructure projects, managing disaster recovery protocols, automating administrative tasks, and serving as the primary escalation point for complex technical issues. The ideal candidate brings deep expertise in server management, cloud infrastructure, and enterprise virtualization with a commitment to operational excellence.

Responsibilities:

Architect, configure, and maintain enterprise virtual environments, optimizing hypervisor performance and managing resource allocation to ensure maximum operational efficiency.
Oversee the end-to-end lifecycle of physical and virtual servers, including performance tuning, hardware/software configuration, and proactive OS patching.
Lead server upgrades, new system implementations, and comprehensive capacity planning initiatives to scale with business growth.
Develop and maintain advanced scripts (PowerShell, Bash) to automate routine administrative tasks, reducing errors and improving operational consistency.
Manage enterprise server storage, verify backup integrity, and spearhead disaster recovery planning to ensure seamless business continuity.
Serve as the primary escalation point for complex technical issues, conducting thorough root-cause analysis to implement long-term preventive solutions.
Drive infrastructure projects from conception through execution, ensuring all milestones are met within established change management protocols.
Partner with external vendors for hardware/software procurement and support, while translating complex technical status updates for internal stakeholders.
Perform other job-related duties as assigned.
Adhere to all company policies and procedures, which include IATF, ISO, ISMS, TISAX, QMS, J-Sox, and Safety-related policies.

Qualifications:

Associate degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field; or 3+ years of enterprise infrastructure experience in lieu of a degree.
3+ years of progressive experience in server management and IT infrastructure, featuring a proven track record of leading large-scale migration or modernization projects.
Advanced expertise in server management, enterprise-grade backups, and disaster recovery protocols.
Deep understanding of cloud infrastructure, networking protocols, and enterprise virtualization platforms.
Demonstrated experience managing large-scale infrastructure projects from conception through to final execution.
Hands-on proficiency with server monitoring, automated patching, system upgrades, and environment migrations.
Comprehensive knowledge of cloud platforms (GCP, Azure, AWS), Microsoft operating systems (2012 to current), Linux distributions, and hypervisor management.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to translate complex technical concepts for non-technical stakeholders and collaborate effectively with vendors.
Highly self-motivated with a commitment to data accuracy, operational excellence, and strict adherence to established change management protocols.
Ability to work independently while contributing effectively to a team-oriented environment.
Strong administrative, planning, and organizational skills with attention to detail.
Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and Google Workspace.
A relevant CompTIA Server+ certification is highly preferred.

Physical Requirements:

Ability to see and hear (correctable).
Ability to operate a keyboard.
Ability to travel up to 5%.

Potential Hazards:

Normal office hazards.
Hazards associated with travel.

What We Offer:

Comprehensive Health Benefits: Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance.
Financial Security: Short-term and long-term disability coverage.
Retirement Savings: 401(k) plan with a generous company match of up to 6%.
Time Off: Generous paid time off, including vacation, sick leave, and holidays.
Work-Life Balance: Paid maternity and paternity leave.
And much more!

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement:

Niterra is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws.

Notice to Staffing Firms:

Niterra does not seek or accept unsolicited resumes or CVs from recruitment agencies. We are not responsible for, and will not pay, any fees, commissions, or other payments related to unsolicited resumes or CVs, except as required by a written contract between Niterra and the recruitment agency or party requesting payment of a fee.

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