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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Senior Engineer II - Systems Design (Integration, Linux + Programming) - **Company:** Microsemi - **Location:** Colorado County, TX, United States (Remote available) - **Experience:** Expert - **Salary:** $70,304.0 - $205,000.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Automation of Tests, Bash Shell, Business Process Modeling, Ubuntu (Operating System), CentOS, Configuration Management, Complex Networks, Cyber Security, Computer Programming, Computer Networks, System Configuration, Linux, Hardware Design, Monitoring of Systems, Python (Programming Language), Linux System Administration, Mercurial, Network Configuration and Change Management, Network Architecture, Red Hat Enterprise Linux, Security Content Automation Protocol, Shell Script, Systems Architecture, System Testing, Systems Integration, Software Vulnerability Management, Network Switches, Computer Networking Systems, Virtual Environment, Juniper, Git, SC Clearance, Containerization, Information Technology, Nessus, Software Version Control, Cisco, Docker, User Administration, Vmware - **Published:** May 28, 2026 - **Apply:** https://wd5.myworkdaysite.com/recruiting/microchiphr/External/job/CO---Home-Office/Senior-Engineer-II---Systems-Design--Integration--Linux---Programming-_R2247-26 ## About the Role * Bachelor's Degree in Information Technology, Information Systems Security, Cybersecurity, or related field. * 7.5 - 10 years of directly related experience. * Proven experience in network architecture and switch configuration (e.g., Cisco, Juniper, or similar). * Strong Linux administration and integration experience (RHEL, CentOS, Ubuntu, or similar). * Proficiency in Python and shell scripting for automation tasks. * Hands-on experience with hardware integration and troubleshooting. * Familiarity with vulnerability management tools and STIG compliance. * Strong problem-solving, documentation, and collaboration skills. * Must be a U.S. Citizen and eligible to obtain and maintain a DoD security clearance. * Active Top-Secret Clearance Preferred: * Certifications such as CCNA, RHCSA, or Network+. * Experience with version control (Mercurial or Git) and CI/CD pipelines. * Familiarity with virtualization or containerization (VMware, Docker, etc.). * Exposure to secure system design and compliance-based environments. * Prior experience working in a classified or restricted network environment is a plus. ## Description Our Government Systems group in Colorado is seeking a Senior Engineer II - System (Integration, Linux + Programming) to join our team of technical professionals supporting complex networked systems. The ideal candidate will bring a strong background in Linux administration, network configuration, scripting automation, and hardware integration, with the ability to streamline processes and ensure reliable system performance across multiple environments. This position plays a key role in developing, integrating, and maintaining systems that bridge hardware and software domains. The engineer will collaborate closely with network architects, software developers, and test engineers to design efficient, scalable, and secure solutions. This position may require up to 30% travel, including domestic and international assignments, to support integration, testing, and deployment efforts at customer and partner sites., * Configure, administer, and maintain network switches, routers, and related infrastructure. * Perform Linux system integration and administration, including user management, service configuration, and system hardening. * Develop and maintain automation scripts (written in Python, Bash, or a similar language) to reduce manual workload and enhance consistency across deployments. * Support hardware integration efforts, including setup, cabling, and system bring-up activities. * Translate customer requirements into formal system architectures and detailed block diagrams to guide engineering teams. * Collaborate with stakeholders to gather, refine, and validate technical requirements, ensuring alignment with business objectives. * Conduct customer briefings and technical presentations to communicate system capabilities, status updates, integration progress, and risk mitigation. * Troubleshoot complex network and system issues across physical and virtual environments. * Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define integration requirements and technical documentation. * Participate in system design reviews, offering input on architecture, scalability, and reliability improvements. * Contribute to process automation initiatives for testing, provisioning, and system monitoring. * Assist in maintaining and improving the configuration management and deployment frameworks. * Perform vulnerability testing using system test tools (i.e., ACAS/Nessus, Security Content Automation Protocol (SCAP), and/or Security Technical Implementation Guides (STIGs)) and remediate flaws within the directed timeframe. * Perform other job-related responsibilities as directed by the manager. ## Related Videos - [How Cisco embraced a DevOps culture within its network engineering team](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/99-how-cisco-embraced-a-devops-culture-within-its-network-engineering-team) - [Docker network without Docker](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1418-docker-network-without-docker) - [How a Small Team Shrank a Microsoft Monorepo by 94%](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1236-how-a-small-team-shrank-a-microsoft-monorepo-by-94) - [Security Pitfalls for Software Engineers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/726-security-pitfalls-for-software-engineers) - [The best of two worlds - Bringing enterprise-grade Linux to the vehicle](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/67-the-best-of-two-worlds-bringing-enterprise-grade-linux-to-the-vehicle) - [Computer Vision from the Edge to the Cloud done easy](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/263-computer-vision-from-the-edge-to-the-cloud-done-easy) ## Related Articles - [Is Software Engineering Over-Saturated?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/418-is-software-engineering-over-saturated) - [Highest Paying Tech Companies for Developers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/220-highest-paying-tech-companies-for-developers) - [What’s the Difference between a Junior, Mid, and Senior Developer?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/238-what-s-the-difference-between-a-junior-mid-and-senior-developer) - [Fully Remote Software Engineer Jobs](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/447-fully-remote-software-engineer-jobs) - [9 Ways to Make Money Hacking](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/333-9-ways-to-make-money-hacking) - [Best Countries for Software Engineers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/267-best-countries-for-software-engineers)