SYSTEMS ENGINEER (CLOUD ENGINEER)

HORMEL FOODS CORPORATION

To save time applying, Hormel Foods does not offer sponsorship of job applicants for employment-based visas for this position at this time. 

ABOUT HORMEL FOODS — Inspired People. Inspired Food.™

Hormel Foods Corporation, based in Austin, Minn., is a global branded food company with over $12 billion in annual revenue across more than 80 countries worldwide. Its brands include SKIPPY®, SPAM®, Hormel® Natural Choice®, Applegate®, Justin’s®, Wholly®, Hormel® Black Label®, Columbus® and more than 30 other beloved brands. The company is a member of the S&P 500 Index and the S&P 500 Dividend Aristocrats, was named on the “Global 2000 World’s Best Employers” list by Forbes magazine for three straight years, is one of Fortune magazine’s most admired companies, has appeared on Corporate Responsibility Magazine’s “The 100 Best Corporate Citizens” list for the 12th year in a row, and has received numerous other awards and accolades for its corporate responsibility and community service efforts. The company lives by its purpose statement — Inspired People. Inspired Food.™ — to bring some of the world’s most trusted and iconic brands to tables across the globe. For more information, visit www.hormelfoods.com and http://csr.hormelfoods.com/.

SUMMARY:

This position works on the Database and Middleware team with a focus on purchased department and enterprise applications, middleware, and cloud solutions. The role will require working some nights and weekends to perform upgrades and installs during non-production hours as well as provide third level support. The ideal candidate will have experience with Oracle Fusion cloud and Oracle OCI or O9 Solutions cloud environment. 

Level of position will be determined based on experience and skillset. 

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Executing enterprise system design, installation, configuration, and maintenance of purchased applications 
• Researching, implementing, and maintaining application and platform security to ensure environment stability 
• Solving complex system performance and technical problems, as well as developing and following well-documented change control procedures 
• Coordinating SSO configurations with Azure Active Directory team allowing applications to utilize Single Sign-on and Multi-factor Authentication 
• Architecture, planning, implementation, and maintenance of Java (J2EE) Application Servers, such as JBoss, WebSphere and WebLogic 
• Creating scripted automation with high technical competence, in several different languages

QUALIFICATIONS:

Required

• An appropriate bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Management Information Systems, Computer Information Systems, or related field 
• 3 years of experience in Systems Engineering or related field
• Strong analytical and computer skills, including:
  • Solid understanding and knowledge of Windows Server and Desktop operating systems and related environment 
  • Solid understanding and knowledge of Windows security 
  • Solid understanding and knowledge of TCP/IP networking concepts 
  • Solid understanding and knowledge of databases and database-driven applications 
• Knowledge of scripting languages such as PowerShell, Java script, or python etc. 
• Knowledge of JSON, API and Web Services 
• Knowledge of virtual environments such as VMWare
• A pattern of initiative and technical innovation, proven problem solving, decision making and project management skills; strong interpersonal and leadership skills
• Excellent organizational, time management skills, ability to work independently; well-developed written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to work on nights, weekends, holidays for 3^rd level support and/or system upgrades in support of Plant downtime availability windows 
• Must be a Citizen or National of the United States, a lawful, permanent resident, or have authorization to work in the United States
• Applicants must not now, or in the future, require sponsorship for an employment visa 

Preferred

• Advanced technical experience in Windows Server OS management, Roles, and Features
• Experience administering Oracle Fusion Cloud and Oracle OCI or O9 Solutions Cloud
• Technical experience with Hybrid Cloud Modernization and multi-cloud administration
• Strong knowledge of Infrastructure as a Service (laaS) Cloud administration with platforms such as Microsoft Azure, AWS, GCP, OCI – Oracle Cloud Infrastructure
• Proficiency in application administration on Unix/Linux based systems
• Working knowledge of Container Services for application delivery
• Understanding of physical servers, storage arrays, storage protocols, backup, and restoration technologies

Location: Austin, MN, preferred. Relocation assistance available. Remote work arrangement available.

BENEFITS: Hormel Foods offers an excellent benefits package. Competitive base salary plus bonus, annual merit increase performance reviews, medical, dental, vision, non-contributory pension, profit sharing, 401(k), stock purchase plan, relocation assistance, paid vacation. 

TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS: Travel may be necessary 10% of the time. 
The base pay range is $95,000 to $131,000 per year; however, actual compensation is influenced by a wide array of factors including, but not limited to, job-related knowledge, skill set, level of experience, and specific office location. 

The deadline to apply for this posting is February 29, 2024. 

For immediate consideration, apply online at: www.hormelfoods.com/careers

At Hormel we invite difference and diversity in all aspects. We offer a space of support, understanding, and community. We are committed to the journey! Learn more about our progress here: https://www.hormelfoods.com/about/diversity-and-inclusion/

Hormel Foods Corporation is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, gender, gender orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.