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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Tier 3 Systems Engineer - **Company:** Stratus Technologies - **Location:** Boise, ID, United States - **Experience:** Experienced - **Salary:** $75,000.0 - $110,000.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Microsoft Windows, Active Directory, Systems Engineering, Data Deduplication, Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol, Domain Name System (DNS), VMware ESX Servers, Firmware, Monitoring of Systems, Identity and Access Management, Internet Information Services (IIS), Virtual Private Networks (VPN), Python (Programming Language), Microsoft SQL Server, Windows Servers, Routing, Network Virtualization, PowerCLI, Windows PowerShell, Virtual Local Area Networks, VMware VSphere, Scripting, Computer Network Technologies, System Availability, Firewalls (Computer Science), Microsoft InTune, Pure Storage, Infrastructure Automation Frameworks, Storage Technologies, Vcenter, Data Management, 3-tier Architectures, Restful APIs - **Published:** May 20, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=f65d5e7f5e7a896c ## About the Role Do you have experience in Windows support?, * 3-5 years of experience in an MSP or enterprise systems engineering environment * Experience implementing and supporting: * VMware vSphere / ESXi / vCenter * Omnissa Horizon or similar VDI platforms * NVIDIA GRID vGPU environments * Rubrik backup and disaster recovery solutions * Enterprise storage platforms such as Pure Storage and Qumulo * Identity and access management solutions including Imprivata and PAM platforms * Strong understanding of: * Windows Server infrastructure, including Active Directory, Group Policy, DNS, DHCP, IIS, and SQL Server * Storage architecture concepts such as replication, snapshots, deduplication, thin provisioning, and high availability * Infrastructure lifecycle management including firmware upgrades, hardware refreshes, and platform migrations * Core networking concepts including VLANs, VPNs, routing, firewall troubleshooting, and virtual networking in vSphere * Proficiency with infrastructure automation using PowerShell, PowerCLI, Python, and REST APIs * Familiarity with Microsoft 365 administration, including Intune, Exchange Online, Entra ID, and Microsoft Defender, is preferred * Experience with enterprise monitoring, RMM, and PSA platforms * Strong communication, technical writing, documentation, and project execution skills * Ability to manage multiple priorities independently and collaboratively in fast-paced client environments You'll Succeed If You: * Understand MSP urgency, SLA ownership, and high client expectations * Have a strong architectural and troubleshooting mindset with attention to detail * Enjoy improving operational efficiency through automation and workflow optimization * Can clearly communicate complex technical concepts to both technical and non-technical audiences * Value teamwork, mentorship, and continuous professional growth ## Description This role focuses on designing, implementing, and supporting enterprise virtualization and infrastructure platforms, with a strong emphasis on automation and operational efficiency. Core technologies include VMware vSphere, Omnissa Horizon, Rubrik, Pure Storage, and Qumulo, alongside scripting and orchestration using PowerShell, PowerCLI, Python, and REST APIs. You'll work closely with another Tier 3 Systems Engineer / Project Manager to architect, optimize, and support complex client environments. We're looking for someone who takes ownership, communicates professionally, documents thoroughly, and enjoys working closely with others while continuously expanding their technical expertise. If you thrive in enterprise virtualization environments, enjoy solving complex infrastructure challenges, and are passionate about automation and client success, this role offers the opportunity to lead high-impact projects while advancing your technical and professional growth. Role Responsibilities * Architect, administer, optimize, and troubleshoot VMware vSphere and Omnissa Horizon environments * Manage enterprise storage and data protection platforms including Pure Storage, Qumulo, and Rubrik * Lead infrastructure initiatives including hardware deployments, virtualization migrations, Horizon implementations, lifecycle upgrades, and storage/data migrations * Automate administrative tasks, deployments, reporting, and infrastructure workflows using PowerShell, PowerCLI, Python, and REST APIs * Provide advanced troubleshooting across servers, networking, virtualization, storage, and cloud-integrated systems * Monitor infrastructure performance, capacity, and utilization trends, recommending proactive improvements and remediation strategies * Create and maintain technical documentation including architecture diagrams, SOPs, automation procedures, implementation notes, and root-cause analyses * Serve as the escalation point for complex infrastructure and automation-related issues * Collaborate directly with clients, providing technical guidance, project updates, and enterprise-level remote/on-site support ## Related Videos - [Creating a routing app with Google Maps API from scratch](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/831-creating-a-routing-app-with-google-maps-api-from-scratch) - [Playing Pong on a shoulder press machine](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/100140-playing-pong-on-a-shoulder-press-machine) - [Systems Thinking for Performance: How to Diagnose and Fix Slow Systems without Guessing](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/2103-systems-thinking-for-performance-how-to-diagnose-and-fix-slow-systems-without-guessing) - [Azure-Well Architected Framework - designing mission critical workloads in practice](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1529-azure-well-architected-framework-designing-mission-critical-workloads-in-practice) - [A Technical Introduction to Bitcoin's 2nd Layer- The Lightning Network](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/15-a-technical-introduction-to-bitcoin-s-2nd-layer-the-lightning-network) - [Why segmenting your infrastructure into tiers makes your infrastructure design better](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1960-why-segmenting-your-infrastructure-into-tiers-makes-your-infrastructure-design-better) ## Related Articles - [What Are The Top Skills Required For Azure Developers?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/77-what-are-the-top-skills-required-for-azure-developers) - [How We Built a Worry-Free System That Runs for 10+ Years – And What We’d Do Again](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/751-how-we-built-a-worry-free-system-that-runs-for-10-years-and-what-we-d-do-again) - [Highest Paying Tech Companies for Developers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/220-highest-paying-tech-companies-for-developers) - [6 Emerging Technologies We’ll Learn About in 2025](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/381-6-emerging-technologies-we-ll-learn-about-in-2025) - [A Guide to Green Tech and Green IT Careers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/374-a-guide-to-green-tech-and-green-it-careers) - [How to Write a CV and Interview if You Don't Fully Qualify For The Job](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/183-how-to-write-a-cv-and-interview-if-you-don-t-fully-qualify-for-the-job)