Senior Cloud and Systems Engineer – MSP
Location: Must be within 45 minutes of Los Angeles (90036) or Whittier (90602)
Schedule: Onsite 5 days/week during ramp-up, then hybrid (3 days onsite / 2 days remote)

Join a cutting-edge IT services provider that’s been leading innovation in Managed IT, Security, Cloud, and Help Desk Support since 2004. With locations across California and a client base spanning enterprise, mid-market, and SMB sectors, this is your opportunity to be part of a future-focused team shaping the next era of IT services.

We’re seeking a Senior Cloud and Systems Engineer to lead cloud architecture and systems design across a mix of on-prem and cloud environments. This is a key leadership role that combines deep technical knowledge, strategic vision, and mentoring responsibilities.

Key Responsibilities

Cloud & Systems Architecture (60%)

  • Design high availability and disaster recovery strategies for hybrid and cloud-based solutions.

  • Lead the development of reusable cloud design patterns.

  • Serve as subject matter expert for virtualization, multi-tenancy, orchestration, and DevOps tools.

  • Evaluate and design architectural options across Azure, AWS, GCP, and on-prem platforms.

  • Collaborate on complex DevOps development initiatives.

Consulting & Implementation (10%)

  • Lead project scope, design, testing, and deployment for internal and client solutions.

  • Own resolution of critical technical issues and provide escalation paths as needed.

  • Partner with stakeholders to align solution delivery with business objectives.

Thought Leadership (15%)

  • Provide strategic insight into evolving technologies and their role in business growth.

  • Define and evangelize cloud vision and architecture across platforms and tools.

Mentorship & Team Development (15%)

  • Coach and mentor team members, guiding them through technical challenges.

  • Lead architecture and product reviews; foster a strong, collaborative team culture.

Technical Expertise

  • Cloud: Azure, AWS, GCP

  • Virtualization: VMware, Proxmox VE, VSphere, Xen, KVM/QEMU

  • DevOps Tools: Docker, GitLab, Jira, Apache Tomcat

  • Backup/Replication: Veeam, AWS S3/Glacier

  • OS: Linux (CentOS, Ubuntu, Debian), Windows Server

  • Databases: MySQL, MS SQL

  • Core Services: Active Directory, DNS, and domain registrar management

  • Security: Strong compliance and security-first mindset across all systems

Benefits

  • Salary: $115,000 to $125,000 + bonus

  • 100% employer-paid medical, dental, and vision coverage (PPO) for employees

  • 401(k) plan with company match starting after 90 days

  • Generous PTO plan, including vacation, sick time, and paid holidays

  • Flexible hybrid work schedule after initial ramp-up period

  • Certification reimbursement and dedicated paid training time

  • Company-provided equipment and tools

  • Career advancement path in a fast-growing, tech-driven company

  • Employee wellness incentives and team outings

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