What are the responsibilities and job description for the Staff Solutions Engineer position at ZT Systems?
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About the Role
The Staff Solutions Engineer will manage the lifecycle of firmware used in infrastructure (chassis, racks, etc.) controllers, from design through sustaining. This engineer will be responsible for working as a member of a team of solutions and systems engineers to efficiently understand customer requirements and to participate in the design, implementation, test, and release of these products. This individual will drive evaluation and adoption of solutions enabling integration of infrastructure products into customer datacenter operations.
Responsibilities
-Write and analyze requirements, functional specifications, design specifications, test plans, and other technical documentation.
-Perform system concept evaluations and sample builds for taking measurements (benchmark, power measures, etc.)
-Develop Linux / BASH shell scripts, Perl and Python packages to support testing and deployment activities in different environments.
-Deploy and provision OS and software stacks on server platforms
-Support triage and root cause analysis of complex system issues
Requirements
-Have deep understanding of server products, including devices and technologies such as server BIOS (utilize OS level tools for changing CMOS), BMC (utilize ipmi standards and OEM specific commands), RAID/HBA controllers (LSI MegaCLI/SAS2FLASH, PMC/Adaptec arcconf, Intel), Intel 10GB, Mellanox Infiniband, PDUs, and deployment / management tools.
-Knowledge of cloud / big data software stack model and knowledge of provisioning / deployment of open standard software stacks.
-Understanding of modern network technology: Cisco Nexus, Arista, Quanta, SFP Twinax, Fiber Optics, Cisco CDP
-Experience with scripting/automation languages: BASH, SQL, Expect, Python, Ruby
-Analytic problem-solving mindset.
-Work independently under aggressive timelines.
-Strong ownership skills in meeting deliverables and drive issue resolution
Minimum Qualifications
-Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or Computer Engineering
-3 years of experience Application / System development
-2 years of experience in design of computer servers or associated equipment that will be deployed in racks for datacenter usage
ZT Systems offers a highly competitive salary commensurate with work experience and/or education, an excellent benefits program that includes a 401(k) plan, health and dental insurance, and paid time off. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE) and do not discriminate against otherwise qualified applicants on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, ancestry, age, gender, marital status, national origin, disabilityi or handicap, or veteran status. ZT Systems is a Drug-Free Workplace.