Systems Engineer

We are seeking a customer-focused Systems Engineer to support a new client project within our Software Operations team. This role provides hands-on technical support for Q-Free platforms, client systems, and operational environments, ensuring reliable system performance and timely issue resolution., * Serve as a primary technical liaison for the client, responding to operational questions, support needs, and system issues.

• Troubleshoot and resolve hardware, software, server, workstation, network, communications, and application issues.
• Install, configure, monitor, maintain, and support client systems, including file servers, database servers, workstations, applications, and cloud or on-premises infrastructure.
• Manage system backups, recovery processes, system security, and performance monitoring in accordance with applicable procedures and client requirements.
• Track, triage, and resolve issues in alignment with client-specific SLA guidelines, escalating when appropriate and following issues through to resolution.
• Train operations staff on Q-Free platforms, products, features, and changes as they are introduced.
• Document system architecture, configuration settings, troubleshooting procedures, installations, modifications, and other system changes.
• Facilitate client meetings and change control processes, including preparing and presenting change proposals when needed.
• Collaborate with Project Managers, Database Administrators, Software Engineers, Quality Assurance teams, vendors, and client stakeholders to support continued operation, upgrades, testing, implementation, and security of client systems.
• Identify opportunities for system improvements and recommend upgrades that support technical standards, reliability, and client success.
• Participate in cross-training and provide on-call support during off-hours as required.

The ideal candidate is a strong problem-solver who communicates well with clients, works confidently across hardware, software, and network environments, and can support mission-critical systems in a 24/7 operational setting.

• Exceptional troubleshooting and analytical skills
• Outstanding customer service and client communication skills
• Experience performing hardware, software, and system upgrades, * Minimum of 3+ years of relevant systems engineering, systems administration, technical support, or infrastructure support experience.
• Strong technical troubleshooting skills across hardware, software, networking, servers, workstations, applications, and communications platforms.
• Experience supporting 24/7/365 operational environments and responding to production-impacting issues.
• Experience with server operating systems, network configurations, system topologies, remote access tools, and database administration concepts.
• Ability to communicate clearly with technical and non-technical stakeholders, including clients, vendors, and internal project teams.
• Strong customer service mindset with a positive, flexible, self-motivated, and solution-oriented approach.
• Ability to work independently while also collaborating effectively with cross-functional teams.
• Excellent technical documentation, training, organization, and attention-to-detail skills.
• Experience with reporting applications and communications platforms such as twisted pair, cellular, or fiber is a plus.

Q-Free is a global leader in intelligent transportation solutions, helping communities improve mobility, traffic flow, road safety, and air quality through innovative, safe, and sustainable technology.