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Systems Engineer II / III (Linux, Testing & Automation)
Location: DTC / Parker, CO area (4 days onsite, 1 day remote)
Employment Type: Long-term W2 contract
Pay Rate:
SE II (3–5 yrs): $40–$48/hour
SE III (5 yrs): $48–$55/hour
Overview:
Our Fortune 500 telecommunications client is seeking a Systems Engineer II / III to join a highly collaborative engineering team focused on lab operations, testing, and automation initiatives.
This role is ideal for someone with a strong Linux foundation who is interested in expanding into automation and DevOps-style work. You’ll work in a lab environment that mirrors production, helping ensure systems and services are validated before going live.
Responsibilities:
- Support lab environments tied to network and service provisioning
- Troubleshoot Linux systems, network configurations, and provisioning issues
- Execute and validate test plans for new features and releases
- Identify, document, and track defects and system issues
- Write and maintain Python and/or Bash scripts to automate workflows
- Assist with CI/CD pipeline efforts and automation improvements
- Perform code deployments and release installs in lab environments
- Collaborate with engineering, DevOps, and architecture teams
- Document processes, results, and system behaviors
Day-to-Day Breakdown (Approximate):
- ~30% Linux systems support and lab troubleshooting
- ~50–60% testing and validation of new features and releases
- ~10–20% scripting and automation (Python/Bash, CI/CD exposure)
This is a hybrid role — ideal for someone who enjoys hands-on systems work and is interested in growing into automation and DevOps.
Qualifications:
- 3–5 years (SE II) or 5-7 years (SE III) of experience in Linux systems administration
- Strong troubleshooting skills in lab or production environments
- Experience with Python and/or Bash scripting
- Exposure to testing, validation, or QA processes
- Understanding of networking fundamentals (IPv4/IPv6, DNS, DHCP, HTTP/S, etc.)
- Strong problem-solving skills and ability to learn quickly
Nice to Have:
- Experience with test automation frameworks
- Exposure to CI/CD tools (Jenkins, ArgoCD, etc.)
- Familiarity with AWS or cloud environments
- Java exposure
- Experience working in lab, NOC, or test environments
Why This Role:
- Hands-on lab environment mirroring real-world systems
- Exposure to automation and CI/CD pipelines
- Collaborative team with growth opportunities
EEO Statement:
Brooksource is an equal opportunity employer that does not discriminate on the basis of actual or perceived race, color, creed, religion, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, age, sex or gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, lactation and related medical conditions), gender identity or gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, military service and veteran status, physical or mental disability, protected medical condition as defined by applicable state or local law, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal,
state, or local laws and ordinances.
Pay Disclaimer:
The pay range for this job level is a general guideline only and not a guarantee of compensation or salary. Additional factors considered in extending an offer include (but are not limited to) responsibilities of the job, education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity, alignment with market data, applicable bargaining agreement (if any), or other law.
Benefits & Perks:
Brooksource offers competitive medical, dental, vision, Health Savings Account, Dependent Care FSA, and supplemental coverage with plans that can fit each employee’s needs. We offer a 401k plan that includes a company match and is fully vested after you become eligible, paid time off, and sick time. Paid company holidays are subject to hour requirements and completion of the new hire period (13 weeks). We also offer an Employee Assistance Program (EAP) that provides services like virtual counseling, financial services, legal services, life coaching, etc.
Salary : $40 - $55