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ML Infrastructure Engineer - Real-Time Vision
Apple Inc. 4.8
Systems administrator job in Sunnyvale, CA
A leading technology company is looking for a Machine Learning Infrastructure Engineer in Sunnyvale, California. You will develop data ecosystems and infrastructure for ML projects, partnering closely with engineers and scientists. Candidates should have a Bachelor's in Computer Science and experience with cloud providers, as well as strong programming skills in Python. This is an opportunity to be a part of innovative projects that influence the next generation of technology.
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$150k-196k yearly est. 2d ago
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Senior Silicon Systems Engineer: Power & Performance
Nvidia Corporation 4.9
Systems administrator job in Santa Clara, CA
A technology industry leader in California is seeking a Product Definition Engineer to evaluate and optimize pre-production silicon. The successful candidate will work with multi-functional teams, driving new feature initiatives and designing performance-critical product features. Ideal candidates will have significant engineering experience and collaborative skills. The role offers a salary range of 168,000 - 264,500 USD depending on level, alongside equity and benefits.
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$141k-181k yearly est. 1d ago
Senior ML Engineer - Pricing Platform & Systems
Uber 4.9
Systems administrator job in Sunnyvale, CA
A leading technology company is seeking a Senior Staff Machine Learning Engineer to lead the development of advanced ML systems for courier pricing. The role demands extensive experience in building and optimizing ML models, strong technical leadership, and collaboration with cross-functional teams. Ideal candidates will possess a PhD or a Master's with significant industry experience. This position offers a competitive salary range of $257,000 - $285,500, along with eligibility for bonuses and various benefits.
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$257k-285.5k yearly 2d ago
Principal Enterprise IT Engineer
1X Technologies As
Systems administrator job in Palo Alto, CA
Principal Enterprise IT Engineer, IT & Security
About 1X We're an AI and robotics company based in Palo Alto, California, on a mission to build a truly abundant society through general-purpose robots capable of performing any kind of work autonomously. We believe that to truly understand the world and grow in intelligence, humanoid robots must live and learn alongside us. That's why we're focused on developing friendly home robots designed to integrate seamlessly into everyday life. We're looking for curious, driven, and passionate people who want to help shape the future of robotics and AI. If this mission excites you, we'd be thrilled to hear from you and explore how you might contribute to our journey.
Role Overview The Principal Enterprise IT Engineer will lead the strategy, architecture, and implementation of enterprise IT systems across the company. This role will define standards for identity, endpoint management, collaboration, and security while scaling IT infrastructure to support rapid organizational growth. You'll play a key leadership role, mentoring senior engineers and influencing cross-functional and executive stakeholders to align IT operations with strategic business needs.
Responsibilities
Define and drive enterprise IT strategy, architecture, and roadmaps across identity, collaboration, and device platforms
Lead administration and scaling of Google Workspace, Okta, Intune, and MDM platforms with a focus on Zero Trust principles
Develop and implement automation frameworks and scripting (Bash, Python, PowerShell) to streamline IT operations
Align IT systems with compliance standards (e.g., SOC2, ISO 27001) and proactively mitigate enterprise risks
Ensure seamless integration of IT systems with engineering, manufacturing, and robotics environments
Act as senior escalation point for IT operations, mentoring IT engineers and building a high-performance function
Influence executive and cross-functional stakeholders to ensure IT strategy supports business growth
Requirements
Expert-level knowledge of Google Workspace, Okta, Microsoft Intune, and MDM platforms across multiple OS (mac OS, Windows, iOS, Android)
Strong scripting and automation skills (Bash, Python, PowerShell); experience implementing Zero Trust security
Proven experience scaling IT systems globally in high-growth, cloud-first or hybrid environments
Ability to lead IT architecture initiatives and partner with executive and security leadership
Experience mentoring senior IT engineers and leading high-performance teams
Preferred: Familiarity with Terraform, Ansible, and IT support for robotics or engineering-heavy environments
Preferred: Certifications such as CISSP, Okta Certified Architect, Google Workspace Admin, or Microsoft Enterprise Mobility
Benefits & Compensation
Salary Range: $180,000 - $235,000
Health, dental, and vision insurance
401(k) with company match
Paid time off and holidays
Equal Opportunity Employer 1X is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, age, marital status, medical condition, genetic information, disability, military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law.
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$180k-235k yearly 2d ago
Workday System Analyst
Maxonic Inc.
Systems administrator job in Sunnyvale, CA
Job Title: Workday System Analyst
Job Type: Contract
Work Schedule: Hybrid
Rate: $88,Based on experience
Description:
Top Skills:
Hands-on experience configuring multiple Workday HCM functional areas, including core HCM, absence, benefits, compensation, business process, and security.
Troubleshoot, develop, and maintain integration systems across the Workday integration platform.
Experience building and debugging custom reports, EIBs, connectors, document transforms, XSLT, calculated fields, BIRT, and Workday studio.
Experience collaborating with Integration resources in a highly integrated system landscape.
Conduct unit, integration, and regression testing.
Maintain IT Business system integrity and application notes, system upgrades, changes, and user updates.
Work closely with the onsite team, the offshore team, managers, and executives to ensure the release of high-quality solutions.
Follow the company change management process. Analyze the impact of changes to the corporate application landscape
Detailed Job Description:
Bachelor's degree in engineering or equivalent experience.
Minimum 6 years of experience working on the Workday platform with Business Systems Analyst / Development experience in a full cycle implementation as well as in a support role.
Strong experience with Workday project implementations and Workday integrations platform, including integrations with ERP and third-party applications.
Hands-on experience with configuration of new and existing Workday features, including user management, roles/profiles, permissions, custom objects, new page layouts, custom fields, calculated fields, condition rules, validations, business processes, and notifications.
Experience working with business end users, gathering requirements, and building detailed functional design specifications.
Workday Pro Certifications - Integrations and HCM preferred.
Ability to work with minimal supervision or guidance.
Ability to work in a team environment, effectively interacting with others.
Ability to multitask and perform effectively in a fast-paced environment.
Able to work independently and consider cross-functional and downstream impacts with close attention to detail.
Excellent communication skills, both written and oral, interpersonal, organizational skills, and problem-solving ability to work with non-technical end users.
About Maxonic:
Since 2002 Maxonic has been at the forefront of connecting candidate strengths to client challenges. Our award winning, dedicated team of recruiting professionals are specialized by technology, are great listeners, and will seek to find a position that meets the long-term career needs of our candidates. We take pride in the over 10,000 candidates that we have placed, and the repeat business that we earn from our satisfied clients.
Interested in Applying?
Please apply with your most current resume. Feel free to contact Manish Rajput (******************** / *************** for more details.
$88 hourly 5d ago
Senior Server Hardware Engineer for AI Compute
Voltai Inc.
Systems administrator job in Palo Alto, CA
A leading AI hardware company in California is seeking a hardware engineer to design and validate next-generation compute and storage platforms. Candidates should have over 5 years of experience in server or board-level design for high-speed computing and expertise in thermal management and mechanical integration. You will work on optimizing hardware for simulation and training workloads in a collaborative and innovative environment.
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A leading tech firm in Palo Alto is seeking a Senior Site Reliability Storage Engineer to design and optimize Kubernetes clusters. The ideal candidate will have expertise in Kubernetes orchestration and distributed systems. Responsibilities include managing system reliability, developing software for cluster provisioning, and enhancing infrastructure performance. Competitive salary range of $180,000 - $440,000 USD and comprehensive benefits are offered.
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$124k-165k yearly est. 1d ago
Storage Infrastructure Engineer, Machine Learning
Google Inc. 4.8
Systems administrator job in Sunnyvale, CA
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Bachelor's degree or equivalent practical experience.
2 years of experience with coding in C++, Python and g3Python.
Preferred qualifications
Master's degree or PhD in Computer Science, or a related technical field.
2 years of experience in software architecture.
2 years of experience in customer engagement.
2 years of experience in project execution.
About the job
Hydra is the next generation storage system for ML post-training data. The system is currently used mainly by Gemini and growing rapidly. It powers major Gemini tools such as Gemini Data Studio, Gemini Atlas Leaderboard, and critical OneRecipe/Gemini researcher workflows.
Gemini and Google AI research are evolving very fast, which translates to exponentially increasing data sizes and rapidly evolving user requirements. We are working on improving the performance and reliability of the existing Critical User Journeys (CUJs) to speed up Gemini AI research, supporting new features to meet new AI research requirements, refining Hydra APIs and data models to allow rapidly increasing data sizes, designing the system in extensible ways for faster introduction of new features and reduction in development churn, etc. The US base salary range for this full-time position is $141,000-$202,000 + bonus + equity + benefits. Our salary ranges are determined by role, level, and location. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. Your recruiter can share more about the specific salary range for your preferred location during the hiring process. Please note that the compensation details listed in US role postings reflect the base salary only, and do not include bonus, equity, or benefits. Learn more about benefits at Google .
Responsibilities
Improve Hydra's read/query/write patterns throughout its storage layer and serving stack. This includes analyzing Spanner hotspotting/lock contention/resource usage/issues, improving Hydra's Spanner/Lightning schema design, improving Hydra's Spanner/F1 queries, supporting new features in F1 Query (e.g., full-text search predicate pushdown) for Hydra's use cases, etc.
Implement data isolation models to allow Hydra to be used by all Google Product Areas for their post training needs.
Collaborate with various DeepMind/CoreML/CloudML/Search teams and AI researchers to gather requirements for feature development and performance optimization.
Implement new features to meet rapidly evolving Google AI research needs. For instance, Hydra is currently working on better supporting ML model eval, LLM distillation, semantic search, etc.
Improve extensibility of the system by leveraging technologies such as Spanner remote Universal Dashboard Framework (UDF).
Google is proud to be an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. We are committed to building a workforce that is representative of the users we serve, creating a culture of belonging, and providing an equal employment opportunity regardless of race, creed, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, national origin, disability, age, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, pregnancy or related condition (including breastfeeding), expecting or parents-to-be, criminal histories consistent with legal requirements, or any other basis protected by law. See also Google's EEO Policy , Know your rights: workplace discrimination is illegal , Belonging at Google , and How we hire .
Google is a global company and, in order to facilitate efficient collaboration and communication globally, English proficiency is a requirement for all roles unless stated otherwise in the job posting.
To all recruitment agencies: Google does not accept agency resumes. Please do not forward resumes to our jobs alias, Google employees, or any other organization location. Google is not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes.
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$147k-190k yearly est. 1d ago
Distributed ML Infrastructure Engineer
Institute of Foundation Models
Systems administrator job in Sunnyvale, CA
A leading research lab in Sunnyvale is seeking a distributed ML infrastructure engineer to extend and scale training systems. The ideal candidate must have over 5 years of experience in ML systems with strong expertise in distributed training frameworks like DeepSpeed and FSDP. This role offers a competitive salary ranging from $150,000 to $450,000 annually along with comprehensive benefits and amenities.
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$114k-174k yearly est. 5d ago
Lead FRP Infrastructure Design Engineer
Professional Engineers of North Carolina 4.2
Systems administrator job in San Jose, CA
A leading engineering firm in San Jose, California, seeks a Senior Composite Design Engineer to drive the design of FRP composite products. The role requires expertise in closed-mold processes and strong structural engineering capabilities. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree in a relevant field and at least 5 years of experience in composite product design. This position offers the opportunity to lead initiatives, collaborate with sales teams, and interface with customers to drive innovation. Competitive salary and benefits are provided.
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$97k-154k yearly est. 5d ago
Senior AI Infrastructure Engineer (LLMOps / MLOps)
Ai Cybersecurity Company
Systems administrator job in San Jose, CA
Are you passionate about AI and eager to make a significant impact in the cybersecurity space?
Join us at our cutting-edge AI startup in the San Francisco Bay Area, where we are assembling a world-class team to tackle some of the most pressing challenges in cybersecurity.
As a Senior AI Infrastructure Engineer, you will own the design, deployment, and scaling of our AI infrastructure and production pipelines. You'll bridge the gap between our AI research team and engineering organization, enabling the deployment of advanced LLM and ML models into secure, high-performance production systems.
You will build APIs, automate workflows, optimize GPU clusters, and ensure our models perform reliably in real-world cybersecurity applications. This role is ideal for someone who thrives in a startup environment - hands-on, cross-functional, and driven to build world-class AI systems from the ground up.
Why Join Us:
$25M Seed Funding: We are well-funded, with $25 million raised in our seed round, giving us the resources to innovate and scale rapidly.
Proven Early Success: We've already partnered with Fortune 500 companies, demonstrating market traction and trust in our AI-driven cybersecurity solutions.
Experienced Leadership: Our founders are second- and third-time entrepreneurs with 25+ years in cybersecurity - having led companies to valuations exceeding $3B.
World-Class Leadership Team: Heads of AI, Engineering, and Product come from top global tech companies, ensuring best-in-class mentorship and technical direction.
Cutting-Edge AI Solutions: We leverage the most advanced AI technologies, including Large Language Models (LLMs), Generative AI, and intelligent inference systems.
Generous Compensation: Competitive salary, meaningful equity, and a high-growth environment where your impact is recognized and rewarded.
Cybersecurity Knowledge Preferred but Not Required: We value strong AI/ML and infrastructure engineering talent above all - cybersecurity expertise can be learned on the job.
Key Responsibilities:
Core (Mission-Critical)
Own and manage the AI infrastructure stack - GPU clusters, vector databases, and model serving frameworks (vLLM, Triton, Ray, or similar).
Productionize LLMs and ML models developed by the AI team, deploying them into secure, monitored, and scalable environments.
Design and maintain REST/gRPC APIs for inference and automation, integrating tightly with the core cybersecurity platform.
Collaborate closely with AI scientists, backend engineers, and DevOps to streamline deployment workflows and ensure production reliability.
Infrastructure & Reliability
Build and maintain infrastructure-as-code (IaC) setups using Terraform or Pulumi for reproducible environments.
Implement observability and monitoring - latency, throughput, model drift, and uptime dashboards with Prometheus / Grafana / OpenTelemetry.
Automate CI/CD pipelines for model training, validation, and deployment using GitHub Actions, ArgoCD, or similar tools.
Architect scalable, hybrid AI systems across on-prem and cloud, enabling cost-effective compute scaling and fault tolerance.
Security, Data, and Performance
Enforce data privacy and compliance across AI pipelines (SOC2, encryption, access control, VPC isolation).
Manage data and model artifacts, including versioning, lineage tracking, and storage for models, checkpoints, and embeddings.
Optimize inference latency, GPU utilization, and throughput, using batching, caching, or quantization techniques.
Build fallback and failover mechanisms to maintain service reliability in case of model or API failure.
Innovation & Leadership
Research and integrate emerging LLMOps and MLOps tools (e.g., LangGraph, Vertex AI, Ollama, Triton, Hugging Face TGI).
Create sandbox environments for AI researchers to experiment safely.
Lead cost optimization and capacity planning, forecasting GPU and cloud needs.
Document and maintain runbooks, architecture diagrams, and standard operating procedures.
Mentor junior engineers and contribute to a culture of operational excellence and continuous improvement.
Qualifications:
Required
5+ years of experience in ML Infrastructure, MLOps, or AI Platform Engineering.
Proven expertise with LLM serving, distributed systems, and GPU orchestration (e.g., Kubernetes, Ray, or vLLM).
Strong programming skills in Python and experience building APIs (FastAPI, Flask, gRPC).
Proficiency with cloud platforms (Azure, AWS, or GCP) and IaC tools (Terraform, Pulumi).
Solid understanding of CI/CD, Docker, containerization, and model registry practices.
Experience implementing observability, monitoring, and fault-tolerant deployments.
Preferred
Familiarity with vector databases (FAISS, Pinecone, Weaviate, Qdrant).
Exposure to security or compliance-focused environments.
Experience with PyTorch / TensorFlow and MLflow / Weights & Biases.
Knowledge of distributed training or large-scale inference optimization (DeepSpeed, TensorRT, Quantization).
Prior work at startups or fast-paced R&D-to-production environments.
Our Culture & Team
Collaborative Environment: Join a fast-moving, innovation-driven startup where every engineer has a direct impact.
World-Class Leadership: Mentorship from leaders with deep expertise in AI, ML, and cybersecurity.
Growth Opportunities: Access to professional development, top-tier conferences, and bleeding-edge AI projects.
Diversity and Inclusion: We believe that diverse perspectives drive stronger innovation.
Perks & Benefits
Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance.
Wellness and professional development stipends.
Equity options - share in the company's success.
Access to the latest tools and GPUs for AI/ML development.
$130k-192k yearly est. 5d ago
Lead FRP Infrastructure Design Engineer
American Society of Plumbing Engineers 3.7
Systems administrator job in San Jose, CA
A leading engineering firm in San Jose is seeking a Senior Composite Design Engineer with a strong background in FRP composite products for infrastructure applications. The role involves leading design projects, optimizing manufacturing processes, and ensuring compliance with relevant codes. Ideal candidates should have at least 5 years of experience in composite design and be proficient in 3D modeling software like SolidWorks. Join us and contribute to meaningful work in sustainable engineering.
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$77k-136k yearly est. 5d ago
Data center Hand and feet engineer
Net2Source (N2S
Systems administrator job in San Jose, CA
Need Data center candidates primarily with some Network exposure
Data center Hand & Feet Engineer (L2/L3 Physical & Logical Support)
Top Skills Required :
2. Ethernet and Fiber Cabling
3. Layer 1(Physical Cabling) and Layer 2 (Network Connectivity) Troubleshooting
Core Objective
The candidate will be responsible for the end-to-end physical deployment and logical validation of network infrastructure. You will be expected to diagnose issues across Layers 1, 2, and 3 of the OSI model, ensuring that physical connectivity aligns with logical configurations.
1. Advanced Device Racking & Mounting
• Precision Placement: Interpret and execute Rack Elevation Diagrams (REDs) to mount high-density chassis (Cisco Nexus 9k, Catalyst 9500) and 1U/2U appliances.
• Mechanical Safety: Ensure proper use of rack rails, cage nuts, and stabilization kits. Manage weight distribution to maintain rack integrity.
• Power Sequencing: Connect dual-homed power supplies to diverse PDU sources (A+B feeds) and perform "pull tests" to verify seating.
2. Structured Cabling & Fiber Management
• Fiber Optics: Expert-level handling of Single Mode (SMF) and Multi-Mode (MMF) fiber. Proficiency in cleaning connectors (IBC cleaners) and inspecting end-faces with fiber scopes.
• SFP/Transceiver Management: Correctly identify and install SFP, SFP+, QSFP+, and QSFP28 modules. Troubleshoot "link down" issues by verifying wavelength compatibility (e.g., 850nm vs 1310nm) and light levels.
• Patching & Labeling: Execute high-density patching in accordance with ANSI/TIA-606-B standards. Ensure every cable is labeled at both ends with Near-End/Far-End information.
3. Patch Panels & Cross-Connects
• Circuit Extensions: Coordinate with Telco providers to extend circuits from the Meet-Me-Room (MMR) to the local rack via cross-connects.
• Patch Panel Termination: Manage copper (RJ45) and fiber (LC/SC/MPO) patch panels. Perform "light-checks" using Visual Fault Locators (VFL) to trace paths through multiple patches.
• Media Conversion: Deploy and troubleshoot media converters or transceivers when transitioning between different physical media types.
4. Remote Management & Console Access
• Out-of-Band (OOB) Setup: Configure and cable Terminal Servers (e.g., Opengear, Lantronix, or Cisco ISR) to provide permanent remote console access to all managed devices.
• Serial Connectivity: Troubleshoot baud rate mismatches, roll-over cables, and DB9-to-RJ45 adapters to ensure the NOC has a reliable "backdoor" during outages.
• Local Support: Be prepared to connect locally via laptop and serial-to-USB adapters to provide a "live stream" of boot sequences or BIOS-level troubleshooting.
5. Advanced Routing & Switching Knowledge
• L1 Fundamentals : Strong working knowledge in ethernet , Gigabit Ethernet, Serial , fiber cabling, transceivers (Arista, Cisco SFP+, QSFP+), SFP, PIC, NIM, HA ports, power supplies, patching and troubleshooting, with knowledge of DWDM and experience in handling 10/20/40 Gig Fiber links
• L2 Fundamentals: Configure and troubleshoot VLANs, VTP, and Spanning Tree Protocol (STP), Port mirroring, packet captures. Must understand how to identify and resolve broadcast storms or physical loops at the rack level.
• L3 Fundamentals: Assist in the bring-up of Layer 3 interfaces (SVIs and Routed Ports). Basic knowledge of prefix lengths and IP addressing to verify gateway connectivity.
• Protocol Verification: Use CLI commands to verify BGP and OSPF neighbor adjacencies after physical circuit hand-offs or cross-connect installations.
• EtherChannel/LACP: Provision and troubleshoot Link Aggregation Groups (LAGs). Ensure that physical cabling matches the logical member-port configuration on the switch.
Required Experience & Skills
• Experience: 6-8 years in a Data Center or large Enterprise campus environment.
• Ethernet, Fiber cabling, Hardware : Experience in installation of ethernet, fiber cabling on Cisco, Arista and Palo Alto, F5 load balancers and its associated components like SFP, PIC, NIM, DPC
• Routing and Switching: Ability to navigate Cisco IOS, NX-OS, PAN OS or Arista EOS to perform show commands and basic interface configurations.
• Tools: Proficiency with Visual Fault Locators (VFL), Light Meters, and Fiber Inspection Scopes.
• Certifications: CCNA or equivalent is mandatory; CCNP Enterprise (ENCORE) is highly preferred to demonstrate routing and switching proficiency.
• Experience in handling mission critical network incidents/problems in Enterprise network Large campus networks and Data center, is preferred.
$108k-167k yearly est. 3d ago
Principal Windows Systems Administrator
Northrop Grumman 4.7
Systems administrator job in Sunnyvale, CA
RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: Relocation assistance may be available CLEARANCE TYPE: SecretTRAVEL: Yes, 10% of the TimeDescriptionAt Northrop Grumman, our employees have incredible opportunities to work on revolutionary systems that impact people's lives around the world today, and for generations to come. Our pioneering and inventive spirit has enabled us to be at the forefront of many technological advancements in our nation's history - from the first flight across the Atlantic Ocean, to stealth bombers, to landing on the moon. We look for people who have bold new ideas, courage and a pioneering spirit to join forces to invent the future, and have fun along the way. Our culture thrives on intellectual curiosity, cognitive diversity and bringing your whole self to work - and we have an insatiable drive to do what others think is impossible. Our employees are not only part of history, they're making history.
At the heart of Defining Possible is our commitment to missions. In rapidly changing global security environments, Northrop Grumman brings informed insights and secure technological solutions to enable strategic objectives. We're looking for innovators who can help us keep building on our wide portfolio of secure, affordable, integrated, and multi-domain systems and technologies that fuel those missions. By joining in our shared mission, we will support yours of expanding your personal network and developing skills, whether you are new to the field or an industry thought leader. At Northrop Grumman, you will have the resources, support, and team to do some of the best work of your career.
Northrop Grumman is seeking a Windows SystemsAdministrator to join our team in Sunnyvale, CA; please note that the candidate selected for this opening will be required to work on-site, full-time, at our Sunnyvale campus. - this is not a remote work opportunity.
Job responsibilities will include but not be limited to the following:
Maintain smooth operation of multiple Windows based networks and multi-user computer systems, including coordination with network, software, and system engineers, PC desktop technicians, project managers, end users, and customer and IT management.
Provide regular monitoring and security analysis to meet DoD security standards.
Analyze internal and external customer requirements and determine equipment and software requirements for solutions to problems by means of automated systems.
Recommend and implement system enhancements that will improve the performance and reliability of the system including installing, upgrading/patching, monitoring, problem resolution, and configuration management.
Provide backup and recovery services, manage file systems and disk space, and manage virus protection on a routine basis.
Create and maintain user and computer accounts and modify file permissions and security access list.
Test new releases of products to ensure compatibility and minimize user impact.
Develop and document technical processes and procedures as needed.
Make recommendations to purchase hardware, software, and system components
Interact, meet, discuss, and troubleshoot issues with vendors, and evaluate vendor products, services, and suggestions.
Adhere to strict Information Systems security guidelines in all cases.
Prepare security documentation for input to Computer Security.
Report project status as required for all recurring and non-recurring efforts.
Provide specifications and detailed schematics for network architecture as needed.
Basic Qualifications:
Associate's degree with 7 years of relevant experience, or a Bachelor's degree with 5 years of relevant experience, or a Master's degree with 3 years of relevant experience; a High School diploma or equivalent with 9 years of relevant experience may be considered in lieu of a completed degree.
Applicants must have a current DoD Secret level security clearance (at a minimum), to include a closed investigation date completed within the last 6 years, or must be enrolled in the DoD Continuous Evaluation Program (CEP), in order to be considered; the required security clearance must be maintained as a condition of continued employment.
Current Security+ CE certification; the required certification must be maintained as a condition of continued employment.
Windows experience to include proficiency with Windows OS and Active Directory concepts (including DHCP and DNS).
Experience with server management.
Experience installing, configuring, and maintaining computer hardware in a networked environment.
Ability to work after hours and weekends as needed.
Preferred Qualifications:
Active DoD Top Secret security clearance.
Hardware experience with HPE and Dell Servers, to include firmware patching, hardware upgrades, lights out management experience, troubleshooting, and visualization.
Experience with Certification & Accreditation process.
Basic understanding of Linux OS functionality, commands, and file structures and/or certification for current versions.
SAN Knowledge - Interactions with VMware applications (vSphere objects, Horizon View, etc.), and fiber channel infrastructure concepts.
Ability to perform network analysis.
Experience operating under and managing systems within NISPOM Chapter 8, DCID 6/3-ICD 503, RMF, STIG, JAFAN, or JSIG information system environments.
Experience with SCCM.
Experience with routers, switches, IPS/IDS, and firewalls.
Experience with Windows, file, web, and remote execution servers and Terminal Services.
Experience with information security technologies such as event log management, intrusion detection, HIPS, anti-virus, and vulnerability assessments.
Rudimentary scripting experience.
Experience with the creation and deployment of system images in an enterprise environment.
DoD 8570/8140 Certification in a primary OS (Windows, Linux, Cisco).
Ability to design and troubleshoot VPNs.
We offer flexible work arrangements, phenomenal learning opportunities, exposure to a wide variety of projects and customers, and a very friendly team environment. Our Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) offer opportunities to be a friend, be active, be a volunteer, be a leader, be recognized, and to be yourself. At Northrop Grumman, we are on the cutting edge of innovation. Our diverse portfolio of programs means there are endless paths to cultivate your career. We also offer exceptional benefits/healthcare, a 9/80 work schedule, and a great 401k matching program. Come join us!
Primary Level Salary Range: $103,600.00 - $155,400.00The above salary range represents a general guideline; however, Northrop Grumman considers a number of factors when determining base salary offers such as the scope and responsibilities of the position and the candidate's experience, education, skills and current market conditions.Depending on the position, employees may be eligible for overtime, shift differential, and a discretionary bonus in addition to base pay. Annual bonuses are designed to reward individual contributions as well as allow employees to share in company results. Employees in Vice President or Director positions may be eligible for Long Term Incentives. In addition, Northrop Grumman provides a variety of benefits including health insurance coverage, life and disability insurance, savings plan, Company paid holidays and paid time off (PTO) for vacation and/or personal business.The application period for the job is estimated to be 20 days from the job posting date. However, this timeline may be shortened or extended depending on business needs and the availability of qualified candidates.Northrop Grumman is an Equal Opportunity Employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class. For our complete EEO and pay transparency statement, please visit *********************************** U.S. Citizenship is required for all positions with a government clearance and certain other restricted positions.
$103.6k-155.4k yearly Auto-Apply 2d ago
Windows System Administrator
360 It Professionals 3.6
Systems administrator job in Watsonville, CA
360 IT Professionals is a Software Development Company based in Fremont, California that offers complete technology services in Mobile development, Web development, Cloud computing and IT staffing. Merging Information Technology skills in all its services and operations, the company caters to its globally positioned clients by providing dynamic feasible IT solutions. 360 IT Professionals work along with its clients to deliver high-performance results, based exclusively on the one of a kind requirement.
Our services are vast and we produce software and web products. We specialize in Mobile development, i.e. iPhone and Android apps. We use Objective C and Swift programming languages to create native applications for iPhone, whereas we use Android Code to develop native applications for Android devices. To create applications that work on cross-platforms, we use a number of frameworks such as Titanium, PhoneGap and JQuery mobile.
Furthermore, we build web products and offer services such as web designing, layouts, responsive designing, graphic designing, web application development using frameworks based on model view controller architecture and content management system. Our services also extend to the domain of Cloud Computing, where we provide Salesforce CRM to effectively manage one's business and ease out all the operations by giving an easy platform. Apart from this, we also provide IT Staffing services that can help your organization to a great extent as you can hire highly skilled personnel's through us.
We make sure that we deliver performance driven products that are optimally developed as per your organization's needs. Take a shot at us for your IT requirements and experience a radical change.
Job Description
The SystemsAdministrator is responsible for managing Microsoft Windows servers, systems and installed software and will provide computer services support to a variety of geographically diverse locations throughout the Driscoll's enterprise; this is through guidance with the Lead SystemsAdministrator.
In addition the SystemsAdministrator will assist team with the installation, configuration, upgrade and enhancement of servers and installed systems.
These responsibilities include, but are not limited to escalated support to Application Support Team, Help Desk staff and PC users, installation, configuration, and troubleshooting of Active Directory based computer network and associated systems.
JOB QUALIFICATIONS:
BS/BA in computer related field of study with four years of work experience as a Windows systemadministrator or supporting computer networks, or equivalent experience.
Candidate should possess an MCSE or similar professional certification.
Must have excellent troubleshooting skills.
Must have a thorough working knowledge of Microsoft Active Directory and Windows Server 2003 and 2008. Working knowledge of Exchange 2010.
Competency with SQL and PowerShell scripting.
Five years' experience installing, upgrading and supporting Windows servers (2003 and/or 2008) in a business environment.
The individual must be able to work independently with minimal supervision or direction, manage multiple priorities, and be able to work in a cross-cultural environment.
Assist Helpdesk personnel on systems admin related issues and basic troubleshooting skills.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills are a must.
Experience managing vendors and support tickets required.
This position requires excellent team participation skills and a self-motivated individual.
California driver's license and the ability to be covered under company-sponsored vehicle insurance program.
Bilingual (English/Spanish) fluency a plus.
Additional Information
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$88k-122k yearly est. 60d+ ago
IT Network Administrator
1St. United Credit Union 4.1
Systems administrator job in Pleasanton, CA
Let's get you a career. We believe in our employees, and we want them to believe in us. That's why we provide job training, skill development, and the opportunity to grow with us! At 1st United Credit Union, we are committed to improving the quality of life for our members and the communities we serve across the East Bay and Tri-Valley areas.
We're looking for an experienced IT Network Administrator to support in maintaining and optimizing our network infrastructure, ensuring secure and reliable connectivity. You'll provide hands-on technical expertise, collaborate with the IT Manager, and support strategic initiatives to strengthen our security posture and operational efficiency. What You'll Do:
Maintain, configure, and monitor network equipment, servers, and communication links.
Troubleshoot and resolve network-related issues within SLA targets.
Implement and maintain firewall policies and security controls.
Support patch management, vulnerability remediation, and compliance audits.
Maintain accurate documentation of network architecture and asset inventories.
Participate in disaster recovery exercises and backup/restoration testing.
Collaborate with vendors and internal teams to evaluate new technologies.
Support Microsoft Active Directory and Office suite, along with support end-user applications.
Support VOIP phone systems, including incident resolution and vendor coordination.
Backup support for Helpdesk Team.
What You'll Bring:
Associate degree in IT or related field (Bachelor's preferred) OR equivalent certifications (CompTIA Network+, CCNA).
3-5 years of experience in network administration or similar roles.
Strong knowledge of TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP, and network protocols.
Experience with firewalls, VPNs, and endpoint security.
Excellent problem-solving and communication skills.
Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
Physical ability to lift and carry equipment (25 lbs or more).
Flexibility for occasional evening/weekend work for maintenance or incident response.
Typical office work environment. Hybrid work schedule may be available after successful completion of initial onboarding and training period. Salary Wage will range from $123k to $129k per year. This salary range represents the base pay for grade 12 and does not include additional perks. Final compensation will be determined based on qualification, experience, and location.
1st United Credit Union is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
$123k-129k yearly 56d ago
Systems Database Administrator
Santaclara Family Health Plan 4.2
Systems administrator job in San Jose, CA
FLSA Status: Exempt Department: Information Technology Reports To: Director, Infrastructure and Systems Support Employee Unit: Employees in this classification are represented by Service Employees International Union (SEIU) Local No. 521
The Systems Database Administrator is responsible for database security, integrity, performance, availability, and recoverability of databases, database servers, and related systems. In addition, the Systems Database Administrator is responsible for installing, configuring, and maintaining database servers, databases, related objects, and related software and for database security in support of SCFHP objectives and regulatory compliance.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty listed below satisfactorily.
* Provide technical management and support for the organization's database environments to ensure database security, integrity, performance, availability and recoverability of databases, database servers, and related systems.
* Develop, implement, and periodically test backup and recovery plan for the production of critical databases to ensure the business continuity plan is accurate and effective.
* Ensure database security by controlling access to databases through authentication and authorization and performing auditing of database usage and active users.
* Audit database security and user access to ensure HIPPA regulatory law reporting requirements are met.
* Monitor database server resources to ensure production environments meet performance and availability requirements.
* Install, test, secure and maintain new versions of database software, patches and other associated software application changes or upgrades.
* Provide storage and capacity planning, long and short term, to ensure adequate space is available for all database environments.
* Document database architecture, including developing and maintaining database installation and configuration procedures, data governance program, change control deployment procedures, and SQL coding guidelines.
* Work with the application development team to ensure that appropriate and efficient SQL is coded and tested prior to production deployment.
* Perform other related duties as required or assigned.
REQUIREMENTS - Required (R) Desired (D)
The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required or desired.
* Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, or related field, or equivalent experience, training or coursework. (R)
* Minimum three years of experience serving as a systems database administrator in a Microsoft SQL Server environment with versions currently supported by Microsoft. (R)
* Microsoft Certified Solutions Expert (MCSE). (D)
* Minimum three years of experience maintaining multiple database environments and regions to support production, development and test areas of business systems; including managing database security, database tuning, query optimization, and application code deployment. (R)
* Minimum three years of experience SQL Scripting and Command Shell scripting. (R)
* Minimum three years of experience with any of the following applicable languages/platforms: .NET, PERL, Java, SAS, VB, C++, or other modern programming language or related software. (R)
* Minimum three years of experience with MS SQL Business Intelligence tools (SSRS, SSIS, SSAS) or other enterprise business intelligence software. (R)
* Experience maintaining a data warehouse database environment, including managing and enforcing data governance and coding best practice. (R)
* Ability to create and maintain documentation of source code, application installation processes, technical specifications, and data governance program. (R)
* Working knowledge of and the ability to efficiently operate all applicable computer software including computer applications such as Outlook, Word and Excel. (R)
* Ability to use a keyboard with moderate speed and a high level of accuracy. (R)
* Excellent communication skills including the ability to express oneself clearly and concisely when providing service to SCFHP internal departments, providers and outside entities over the telephone, in person or in writing. (R)
* Ability to think and work effectively under pressure and accurately prioritize and complete tasks within established timeframes. (R)
* Ability to assume responsibility and exercise good judgment when making decisions within the scope of the position. (R)
* Ability to maintain confidentiality. (R)
* Ability to comply with SCFHP's policies and procedures. (R)
* Ability to perform the job safely with respect to others, to property, and to individual safety. (R)
WORKING CONDITIONS
Generally, duties are primarily performed in an office environment while sitting or standing at a desk. Incumbents are subject to frequent contact with and interruptions by co-workers, supervisors, and plan members or providers in person, by telephone, and by work-related electronic communications.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
Incumbents must be able to perform the essential functions of this job, with or without reasonable accommodation:
* Mobility Requirements: regular bending at the waist, and reaching overhead, above the shoulders and horizontally, to retrieve and store files and supplies and sit or stand for extended periods of time; (R)
* Lifting Requirements: regularly lift and carry files, notebooks, and office supplies that may weigh up to 5 pounds; (R)
* Visual Requirements: ability to read information in printed materials and on a computer screen; perform close-up work; clarity of vision is required at 20 inches or less; (R)
* Dexterity Requirements: regular use of hands, wrists, and finger movements; ability to perform repetitive motion (keyboard); writing (note-taking); ability to operate a computer keyboard and other office equipment (R)
* Hearing/Talking Requirements: ability to hear normal speech, hear and talk to exchange information in person and on telephone; (R)
* Reasoning Requirements: ability to think and work effectively under pressure; ability to effectively serve customers; decision making, maintain a concentrated level of attention to information communicated in person and by telephone throughout a typical workday; attention to detail. (R)
ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS
General office conditions. May be exposed to moderate noise levels.
$104k-133k yearly est. 60d+ ago
Unix Systems Admin 3
Direct Staffing
Systems administrator job in San Jose, CA
San Jose
Exp 2-5 years
Deg Bachelors
Relo
Bonus
Job Description
Primary Job Responsibilities This is an 12 hour shift (6:30am - 6:30PM PST) role. Will be on for multiple shifts, and then have multiple days off. • Manage and monitor systems to drive troubleshooting and tuning • First and second tier resolution of production issues and alerts • Understand all components of the eBay site infrastructure in order to analyze impact of alarms and other system messages • Work with external teams to diagnose complex problems and drive resolution • Utilize industry standard and custom tools to diagnose and resolve production issues • Resolve errors and alarms quickly and provide timely escalation • Complete tasks required to maintain service levels and availability of all site features and functions • Help lead development efforts, especially in tools and automation projects • Perform Systems Engineering Tasks as needed • Coordinate with vendors and assist in hardware replacements. • At all times ensure efficient and reliable website
Job Requirements
• 5+ years of Unix Systems Engineering Experience
• Ability to manage and troubleshoot large scale systems and high transaction web operations environments
• Passionate about Operations - you like to make things run and fix them when they break
• Ability to work on many tasks simultaneously in a high-pressure environment
• Willing to work in a shift model during the day, 12 hours a shift, multiple shifts in a row
• Experienced with large and distributed systems like cloud computing (Hadoop,) web services, multi-tier serving architectures etc.
• Knowledge of common systemadministration tools, Networking (LAN and WAN,) Unix, Windows, Load balancers, DNS, TCP/IP and Storage technologies
• Advanced working experience with scripting especially in creating tools to automate repetitive tasks
• Familiarity on clustering concepts especially VERITAS
• Advanced knowledge of Perl, PHP, Python or Ruby
• Be familiar with Agile software development practices
• Production experience with large scale system deployment and configuration tools
• Proven problem solving skills with an emphasis on quick problem resolution
• Excellent verbal, written and documentation skills
Education Bachelors Degree or Equivalent
Additional Information
All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.
Direct Staffing Inc
$103k-150k yearly est. 60d+ ago
ML Ops/Infrastructure Consultant
Stratacuity
Systems administrator job in Pleasanton, CA
Job Title: Sr. DevOps / Infrastructure Consultant Contract Type: Contract-to-Hire (4-6 months, minimum 4 months) We are seeking a highly skilled Sr. DevOps / Infrastructure Consultant to join our team and backfill a critical role. This position is ideal for a seasoned professional with a strong infrastructure background who has transitioned into DevOps. The role focuses on building and maintaining AI infrastructure, optimizing compute environments, and supporting advanced data workloads.
Key Responsibilities
* Design, implement, and manage Kubernetes clusters and containerized environments.
* Set up and maintain AI infrastructure, including GPU configuration and workload optimization.
* Install and configure R, RStudio, Jupyter Notebooks, and related tools.
* Deploy and manage Vault (HashiCorp) for secrets management.
* Develop and maintain automation scripts and Ansible playbooks (experience with Chef and Jenkins preferred).
* Configure Linux systems, apply patches, and troubleshoot issues.
* Implement load balancing solutions (e.g., Traefik).
* Support Spark, H2O/Steam, and MapR environments for big data workloads.
* Work with Airflow and Slurm for workflow orchestration and scheduling.
* Collaborate with internal teams (including Kiran) in an ACI environment.
* Assist in migration from SAS to R/Python for analytics workloads.
* Ensure infrastructure readiness for VAS storage and Spark compute workloads.
* Develop and maintain Django applications as needed.
Required Skills & Experience
* Expert-level Python development skills.
* Strong knowledge of Kubernetes (understand it "like the back of your hand").
* Experience with Linux administration and troubleshooting.
* Familiarity with R and its ecosystem.
* Hands-on experience with Ansible, Chef, Jenkins, and automation scripting.
* Knowledge of Spark, H2O, MapR, and distributed computing frameworks.
* Understanding of Airflow, Slurm, and their integration.
* Ability to set up and optimize GPU environments for AI workloads.
* Solid grasp of load balancing and networking concepts.
* Background as a Systems Engineer with progression into DevOps.
* Bachelor's degree required; Master's degree preferred.
Preferred Attributes
* Strong infrastructure mindset with DevOps expertise.
* Ability to work independently and provide guidance on unfamiliar technologies.
* Comfortable in a fast-paced environment with evolving priorities.
Apex Systems is a world-class IT services company that serves thousands of clients across the globe. When you join Apex, you become part of a team that values innovation, collaboration, and continuous learning. We offer quality career resources, training, certifications, development opportunities, and a comprehensive benefits package. Our commitment to excellence is reflected in many awards, including ClearlyRated's Best of Staffing in Talent Satisfaction in the United States and Great Place to Work in the United Kingdom and Mexico. Apex uses a virtual recruiter as part of the application process. Click here for more details.
Apex Benefits Overview: Apex offers a range of supplemental benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and other insurance plans that offer an optional layer of financial protection. We offer an ESPP (employee stock purchase program) and a 401K program which allows you to contribute typically within 30 days of starting, with a company match after 12 months of tenure. Apex also offers a HSA (Health Savings Account on the HDHP plan), a SupportLinc Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with up to 8 free counseling sessions, a corporate discount savings program and other discounts. In terms of professional development, Apex hosts an on-demand training program, provides access to certification prep and a library of technical and leadership courses/books/seminars once you have 6+ months of tenure, and certification discounts and other perks to associations that include CompTIA and IIBA. Apex has a dedicated customer service team for our Consultants that can address questions around benefits and other resources, as well as a certified Career Coach. You can access a full list of our benefits, programs, support teams and resources within our 'Welcome Packet' as well, which an Apex team member can provide.
Employee Type:
Contract
Location:
Pleasanton, CA, US
Job Type:
Engineering and Technicians
Date Posted:
January 21, 2026
Pay Range:
$70 - $75 per hour
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Machine Learning Infrastructure Engineer
Institute of Foundation Models
Systems administrator job in Sunnyvale, CA
About the Institute of Foundation Models
We are a dedicated research lab for building, understanding, using, and risk-managing foundation models. Our mandate is to advance research, nurture the next generation of AI builders, and drive transformative contributions to a knowledge-driven economy.
As part of our team, you'll have the opportunity to work on the core of cutting‑edge foundation model training, alongside world‑class researchers, data scientists, and engineers, tackling the most fundamental and impactful challenges in AI development. You will participate in the development of groundbreaking AI solutions that have the potential to reshape entire industries. Strategic and innovative problem‑solving skills will be instrumental in establishing MBZUAI as a global hub for high‑performance computing in deep learning, driving impactful discoveries that inspire the next generation of AI pioneers.
The Role
We're looking for a distributed ML infrastructure engineer to help extend and scale our training systems. You'll work side‑by‑side with world‑class researchers and engineers to:
Extend distributed training frameworks (e.g., DeepSpeed, FSDP, FairScale, Horovod)
Implement distributed optimizers from mathematical specs
Build robust config + launch systems across multi‑node, multi‑GPU clusters
Own experiment tracking, metrics logging, and job monitoring for external visibility
Improve training system reliability, maintainability, and performance
While much of the work will support large‑scale pre‑training, pre‑training experience is not required. Strong infrastructure and systems experience is what we value most.
Key Responsibilities
Distributed Framework Ownership - Extend or modify training frameworks (e.g., DeepSpeed, FSDP) to support new use cases and architectures.
Optimizer Implementation - Translate mathematical optimizer specs into distributed implementations.
Launch Config & Debugging - Create and debug multi‑node launch scripts with flexible batch sizes, parallelism strategies, and hardware targets.
Metrics & Monitoring - Build systems for experiment tracking, job monitoring, and logging usable by collaborators and researchers.
Infra Engineering - Write production‑quality code and tests for ML infra in PyTorch or JAX; ensure reliability and maintainability at scale.
Qualifications Must-Haves:
5+ years of experience in ML systems, infra, or distributed training
Experience modifying distributed ML frameworks (e.g., DeepSpeed, FSDP, FairScale, Horovod)
Strong software engineering fundamentals (Python, systems design, testing)
Proven multi‑node experience (e.g., Slurm, Kubernetes, Ray) and debugging skills (e.g., NCCL/GLOO)
Ability to implement algorithms across GPUs/nodes based on mathematical specs
Experience working on an ML platform/ infrastructure, and/or distributed inference optimization team
Experience with large‑scale machine learning workloads (strong ML fundamentals)
Nice-to-Haves:
Exposure to mixed‑precision training (e.g., bf16, fp8) with accuracy validation
Familiarity with performance profiling, kernel fusion, or memory optimization
Open‑source contributions or published research (MLSys, ICML, NeurIPS)
CUDA or Triton kernel experience
Experience with large‑scale pre‑training
Experience building custom training pipelines at scale and modifying them for custom needs
Deep familiarity with training infrastructure and performance tuning
$150,000 - $450,000 a year
Benefits
Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision
401(k) program
Generous PTO, sick leave, and holidays
Paid parental leave and family‑friendly benefits
On‑site amenities and perks: Complimentary lunch, gym access, and a short walk to the Sunnyvale Caltrain station
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