IT Systems Administrator

Overview

This is a hybrid role in Redmond.
Pay Range: $38/hr – $42/hr​

Our client is a leader in the gaming space. The IT Systemss Administrator will design, implement, and manage infrastructure deployments using IaC tools, monitoring system health, responding to incidents, and collaborating with development and operations teams to improve system reliability and stability.

Responsibilities:

• Design, implement, optimize, maintain, proactively troubleshoot, and continually improve a variety of Azure and on-premises infrastructure and services using IaC.
• Conduct routine maintenance for on-premises and Azure infrastructure identifying and recommending areas for process automation.
• Handle escalations for core infrastructure involving troubleshooting of vague problem spaces across a variety of systems.
• Automate Azure and on-premises infrastructure deployments using tools and languages including Azure Cloud, Azure DevOps, Terraform, PowerShell, SQL, Bash, and Git.
• Develop Terraform modules
• Identify and create monitoring for key metrics to support the reliability of core on-premises and Azure infrastructure.
• Regularly write clear and concise documentation for infrastructure, services, and application deployments.
• Create secure solutions in all areas of contribution.
• Conduct root cause analysis (RCA) and post-mortems.
• Participate in and serve as escalation point in a 24/7 on call rotation.
• *NOTE: Role includes on-call hours on a rotating basis with other team members.

Required Skills:

• Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Information Technology, or a related field, or equivalent work experience.
• 3 years of experience in site reliability engineering, DevOps, systems administration, or related roles.
• Proven track record of managing complex infrastructure, troubleshooting production issues, and optimizing system performance.
• Outstanding written and verbal communications.

The target hiring compensation range for this role is  $38/hr – $42/hr. Compensation is based on several factors including, but not limited to education, relevant work experience, relevant certifications, and location. Additional benefits offered may include: https://aquent.com/talent/talent-benefits

About Aquent Talent: 
Aquent Talent connects the best talent in marketing, creative, and design with the world’s biggest brands. Our talent get access to amazing benefits like subsidized health, vision, and dental plans, paid sick leave, and retirement plans with a match. We also offer free online training through Aquent Gymnasium. More information on our awesome benefits! 

Aquent is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics. We’re about creating an inclusive environment—one where different backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives are valued, and everyone can contribute, grow their careers, and thrive.

You will want to read this fine print. Part of our mission is to take care of you, so we offer the best benefits. Unlike other staffing companies, we provide talent with the same benefits that our CEO gets. 

This includes:

• A choice of three major medical plans (including vision coverage) plus dental insurance
• Paid sick leave for all hourly talent in the U.S. and Canada
• 401(k) with a match and immediate vesting
• Exclusive employee discounts through Promo Code: Aquent
• Access to hundreds of professional development courses through Aquent Gymnasium
• And much more