Our client is a technology-focused organization that builds and operates large-scale, mission-critical platforms supporting business operations across a global environment. They are seeking a Systems Software Engineer to help develop, automate, and support high-performance infrastructure and applications.
What You'll Do
Develop and maintain systems software using C++, Python, Rust, and related technologies
Build, deploy, and automate Linux-based infrastructure and server environments
Enhance performance, reliability, monitoring, and operational tooling
Troubleshoot production issues and participate in an on-call rotation
Partner with engineering, networking, and infrastructure teams to deliver scalable solutions
What We're Looking For
3+ years of systems software engineering experience
Strong programming skills in C++, Rust, Go, or similar languages
Solid Linux administration and troubleshooting experience
Experience with Ansible or other infrastructure automation tools
Familiarity with Git, CI/CD pipelines, and scripting
Compensation & Benefits
Base Salary: $145,000 to $185,000
Annual performance-based bonus
Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, retirement, and other benefits
This role is a great opportunity for engineers who enjoy owning both software and infrastructure, solving complex technical challenges, and building highly reliable systems at scale.
Numbers & Facts
Location
Chicago, IL
Salary
$145,000–$185,000 Per Year
Skills
Administrative Skillsunmatched
Analysis Skillsunmatched
Ansibleunmatched
Automationunmatched
Business Operationsunmatched
Business Supportunmatched
C++ Programming Languageunmatched
Computer Programmingunmatched
Continuous Deployment/Deliveryunmatched
Continuous Integrationunmatched
Engineeringunmatched
Gitunmatched
Go Programming Language (Golang)unmatched
IP (Internet Protocol) Routingunmatched
Identify Issuesunmatched
Linux Administrationunmatched
Linux Operating Systemunmatched
Machine Toolunmatched
Network Routingunmatched
Network Switchingunmatched
On Callunmatched
Operational Supportunmatched
Packet Switchingunmatched
Python Programming/Scripting Languageunmatched
Retirement Planunmatched
Rust Programming Languageunmatched
Scripting (Scripting Languages)unmatched
Software Administrationunmatched
Software Engineeringunmatched
Systems Engineeringunmatched
Systems Maintenanceunmatched
TCP/IP (Transmission Control Protocol/Internet Protocol)unmatched
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