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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # System Engineer - **Company:** NETX INFORMATION SYSTEMS INC - **Location:** Portland, OR, United States - **Experience:** Experienced - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Java (Programming Language), Adobe Creative Cloud, Amazon Web Services, Apache HTTP Server, Apache Tomcat, Application Performance Management, Systems Engineering, JIRA, Automation of Tests, Bash Shell, Software as a Service, Cloud Computing, Data Centers, Digital Asset Management, Disaster Recovery, Domain Name System (DNS), FFmpeg, Monitoring of Systems, Icinga, OSI Models, Python (Programming Language), Network Troubleshooting, Linux System Administration, Nginx, Process Driven Development, Ansible, Prometheus, TCP/IP, Virtualization Technology, Scripting, Computer Network Technologies, Grafana, Firewalls (Computer Science), Gitlab, Containerization, Kubernetes, Infrastructure Automation Frameworks, Performance Monitor, ImageMagick, Docker, Vmware - **Published:** May 14, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=a240820d5a362029 ## About the Role Do you have experience in System performance monitoring?, Do you have a Associate's degree?, * Associate degree or equivalent work experience. * 5+ years of experience administering Linux-based systems. * 3+ years of experience with application stacks such as Tomcat, Apache, or NGINX. * 3+ years of cloud experience, preferably AWS. * Experience with containerization and virtualization technologies such as Docker, Kubernetes, or VMware. * Experience with monitoring and observability tools such as Icinga, Prometheus, or Grafana. * Experience with automation tools such as Ansible. * Strong scripting skills in Bash, Python, or similar languages. * Solid networking knowledge including TCP/IP, OSI layers, and firewall management. Nice to Have * Experience with Digital Asset Management (DAM) platforms. * Familiarity with tools and technologies such as: * + GitLab + Java + DNS + FFMpeg + ImageMagick + Ghostscript + ExifTool + Jira * Experience working with digital media workflows or Adobe Creative Suite. * Familiarity with the Shape Up development methodology. Who You Are * A self-starter who takes ownership and works independently. * A strong communicator who thrives in a collaborative environment. * Curious, adaptable, and eager to learn new technologies. * Passionate about solving problems through sustainable, long-term solutions. ## Description NetX is seeking a Systems Engineer to help maintain, improve, and scale our SaaS infrastructure. In this role, you will troubleshoot system issues, implement long-term solutions, and contribute to the reliability, performance, and security of our platform. You'll work closely with a collaborative engineering team in a flexible environment inspired by the Shape Up methodology, where communication, ownership, and continuous improvement are highly valued., * Manage and monitor systems, infrastructure, and application environments. * Install, configure, maintain, and troubleshoot Linux-based systems and software. * Monitor application performance, identify bottlenecks, and implement improvements. * Maintain security, backup, redundancy, and disaster recovery strategies. * Develop and maintain automation scripts and infrastructure tools (e.g., Ansible). * Support cloud, containerized, and virtualized environments. * Participate in on-call rotation for operational support. * Collaborate with developers, support teams, and vendors to resolve issues efficiently. * Continuously identify opportunities for automation and proactive improvements. * Occasionally perform physical hardware tasks onsite at a Portland data center., * Full-Time, Exempt position * Remote and/or office-based work environment * No travel required * Must be authorized to work in the United States * W2 employees only (no third-party candidates) ## Related Videos - [Navigating the Corporate Jungle: Life as a Developer in a large Company](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/621-navigating-the-corporate-jungle-life-as-a-developer-in-a-large-company) - [Collaboration Quantified: Lessons from Open Source Developer Networks](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1422-collaboration-quantified-lessons-from-open-source-developer-networks) - [Post-Quantum Cryptography: Preparing for Q-Day](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/100179-post-quantum-cryptography-preparing-for-q-day) - [WeAreDevelopers LIVE - Modern DevOps for IoT Devices and More](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1805-wearedevelopers-live-modern-devops-for-iot-devices-and-more) - [Enabling automated 1-click customer deployments with built-in quality and security](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/83-enabling-automated-1-click-customer-deployments-with-built-in-quality-and-security) - [Are Code Reviews Worth It? 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