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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Sr. Server Engineer (A Group IT )-Houston, TX - **Company:** Q-Edge Corporation, Foxconn - **Location:** Houston, TX, United States - **Experience:** Expert - **Salary:** $90,000.0 - $100,000.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Microsoft Windows, Amazon Web Services, Microsoft Azure, Backup Devices, Bash Shell, Ubuntu (Operating System), Cloud Computing, Configuration Management, System Configuration, Data Centers, Data Integrity, Linux, Disaster Recovery, RAID, Firmware, Monitoring of Systems, HTTP Secure, Hyper-V, Python (Programming Language), Linux Servers, System Center Configuration Manager, Windows Servers, Performance Tuning, Windows PowerShell, Red Hat Enterprise Linux, Remote Access Technology, Runbook, Server Administration, Service Pack, Virtual Machines, VMware VSphere, Software Vulnerability Management, Zabbix, Scripting, Data Storage Management, Google Cloud, Cloud Platform System, Virtual Environment, Information Technology, SolarWinds (Software), Performance Monitor, Patch Management, Hardware Infrastructure, Veeam, Commvault, Server Operating Systems & Platforms, Vmware - **Published:** June 21, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.careerjet.com/jobad/usca41b1a1dfb4d3d4e307d1496b634e8e ## About the Role Bachelors: Computer Information Systems, Server Administration, or related degree (Preferred) - Certifications: Microsoft Certified: Windows Server Admin, VMware Certified Professional (VCP) or similar (Preferred) - Languages: English (Required), Chinese (Highly Preferred) Skill Requirements: - Server Engineering Expertise: 10+ years of experience in architecting, deploying, and managing Windows and Linux servers in large-scale enterprise environments. - Virtualization & Cloud Technologies: Proficient in VMware vSphere, Hyper-V, and hands-on experience with cloud-based infrastructure (Azure, AWS, GCP) for hybrid server environments. - Server Security & Hardening: Deep understanding of server security best practices, patch management, vulnerability remediation, and endpoint protection solutions. - Storage Management: Experience managing SAN/NAS environments, RAID configurations, and backups using enterprise tools like Veeam, Commvault, or Veritas. - High Availability & Disaster Recovery: Proven ability to design and maintain HA/DR solutions for critical systems including clustered server configurations and replication strategies. - System Performance Monitoring & Optimization: Skilled in monitoring server health, analyzing logs, tuning system performance, and managing resource allocation to maximize uptime. - Automation & Scripting: Strong knowledge of scripting languages (PowerShell, Bash, Python) to automate server provisioning, configuration, and patching tasks. - Operating System Expertise: Deep knowledge of Windows Server (2016/2019/2022), Linux (RHEL, Ubuntu), and experience managing mixed OS environments. - Configuration Management: Experience with tools such as SCCM for configuration automation and compliance enforcement. - Compliance & Audit Readiness: Knowledge of regulatory frameworks (ISO 27001, ISO 30100 GDPR, HIPAA) and experience ensuring system configurations meet audit and compliance standards. - Documentation & Change Management: Strong organizational and documentation skills to maintain server build sheets, runbooks, inventory logs, and change records. - Cross-Functional Collaboration: Ability to communicate effectively with IT, security, production, and management teams to align system capabilities with business needs. - Global Team Coordination: Experience working with remote/global teams (e.g., China/India) for system rollouts, upgrades, and technical documentation exchange. ## Description 1. Server Infrastructure Documentation & Organization: - Maintain comprehensive documentation for server architecture, configuration settings, virtual environments, patch levels, licensing, and physical asset tracking. - Ensure server rooms and racks are well-organized, secure, and compliant with safety and access protocols. 2. Cross-Department Collaboration: - Partner with production, management, and IT teams to ensure server solutions support operational needs and performance objectives. - Translate business requirements into scalable and secure server implementations. 3. Data Center & Server Management: - Oversee daily health of on-premises and virtualized server environments. - Manage physical server hardware, firmware updates, virtual machines, and cloud-hosted instances to maintain service availability. 4. Server Security & Compliance: - Apply system hardening, manage access controls, and ensure timely application of OS and security patches. - Implement and enforce compliance with data protection regulations and internal security policies. 5. System Monitoring & Performance Optimization: - Utilize monitoring tools (e.g., Zabbix, SolarWinds) to track server performance, storage capacity, and uptime. - Proactively identify and address resource bottlenecks and performance degradation. 6. Incident Response & Recovery: - Lead root cause analysis and remediation for server-related incidents, including unplanned outages or data integrity concerns. - Oversee backup/restore processes, disaster recovery drills, and business continuity planning. 7. Continuous Improvement: - Stay informed on emerging server technologies, operating system updates, and hardware trends. - Recommend upgrades and process improvements to enhance efficiency, reliability, and scalability. 8. Training & Global Coordination: - Work with overseas counterparts to coordinate server deployments, troubleshoot issues, and align global IT standards. - Share documentation, configurations, and system knowledge across regions to support consistency. 9. Remote Access & System Access Controls: - Manage secure remote access solutions including RDP gateways, SSH tunneling, and privileged access management. - Administer server login policies and coordinate with badge system administrators for physical access to server facilities. 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