Systems Engineer - job 2 of 2

As a Systems Engineer at Nexxen, your primary responsibilities include designing and implementing Linux-based systems to ensure top-notch performance and availability while supporting and collaborating with fellow engineers on infrastructure enhancements. You'll also manage server hardware, oversee enterprise storage systems, and maintain comprehensive documentation for all setups and procedures.

To qualify for the Systems Engineer role at Nexxen, you should have at least 5 years of experience working in systems engineering, particularly in large-scale Linux environments. A technical degree or equivalent experience is preferred, along with proficiency in scripting, configuration management tools like Ansible, and familiarity with server hardware and virtualization tools.

Yes, at Nexxen, our culture is grounded in the 'Nexxen Way' which emphasizes customer centricity, curious mindsets, and collaborative efforts without ego. We believe that teamwork and diverse perspectives drive innovation and success, making it an exciting place for Systems Engineers to thrive.

The salary range for a Systems Engineer position at Nexxen in Virginia is between $120,000 and $150,000 per year. This range is influenced by various factors such as skills, experience, and education, and is part of our commitment to pay transparency and equity.

Absolutely! Nexxen values continuous learning and personal development, providing Systems Engineers with numerous opportunities to grow within the company. You’ll gain exposure to innovative technologies and collaborative projects, allowing you to expand your technical skills and advance your career.

When discussing the design process, take the interviewer through your step-by-step approach. Focus on understanding customer needs, selecting the right architecture, ensuring scalability, and implementing performance monitoring. Highlight your experience with specific tools and technologies that aid in this process.

In your answer, share specific examples where you have overseen server hardware management, including routine checks, handling IPMI and Redfish management, and how you approach upgrades and replacements to maintain optimal performance.

Outline your troubleshooting method, beginning with identifying the problem, gathering system metrics, and analyzing logs. Discuss the tools you use for this process and provide a specific example of a past issue you resolved and the outcome.

Discuss your hands-on experience with virtualization platforms, highlighting any specific projects you've managed or contributed to. Mention key features you find essential, such as resource allocation and disaster recovery measures.

Speak about the importance of automation in systems engineering and how scripting can streamline processes. Share some languages you have used (like Python or Bash), and provide examples of scripts you've written to improve operational efficiency.

Discuss your experience with tools such as Ansible, Chef, or Puppet. Explain how these tools help with consistency in deployments, maintaining configurations, and ensuring compliance and security.

Share your commitment to continuous learning by mentioning resources like online courses, tech forums, conferences, or publications, as well as community involvement to stay abreast of advancements relevant to systems engineering.

Detail your experience with different storage systems, including how you've optimized them for performance, managed redundancy, and dealt with any challenges that arose while ensuring data safety and integrity.

Talk about the architecture designs and failover strategies you employ to maintain high availability. Mention load balancing, redundant systems, and your experience with monitoring to preemptively address outages.

Explain the importance of documentation in systems engineering, your approach to creating clear and comprehensive documentation, and how you ensure it remains up to date for future reference and new team members.