Senior Systems Engineer (SRE / Infrastructure) - (25060902)

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Qualifications:

5+ years of experience in SRE, Infrastructure, DevOps, or Systems Engineering roles., Hands-on expertise in Terraform, Docker, and Git/GitHub Actions., Proficient in scripting with Bash, Python, or Go, and Linux system administration., Familiarity with cloud platforms, preferably GCP, and monitoring tools like Prometheus and Grafana..

Key responsibilities:

  • Join a high-performing engineering team to scale a critical API platform.
  • Utilize deep Linux systems knowledge and cloud infrastructure for operational tasks.
  • Implement automation using Terraform and manage containerized applications with Docker.
  • Monitor system performance and metrics, ensuring high availability and reliability.

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Job description

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Primary Requirements: Please Review Before Applying!

In an effort to respect and value your time, we’ve positioned our primary requirements at the beginning. We urge you to review them thoroughly to ensure a mutual fit before applying.

  • This is a W-2 only, fully remote (United States) contract opportunity (no C2C).
  • We are unable to offer any form of work authorization sponsorship, now or in the future. This includes F-1 visa holders on OPT or STEM extensions.
  • Standard Eastern Time business hours (full-time).
  • You must be exclusively dedicated to this role (no concurrent job engagements).

Work Environment & Security Expectations
To align with the client’s cybersecurity and operational standards, the following expectations apply during the initial assignment period:

  • Camera must remain on during working hours, including meetings, collaboration sessions, and independent work time.
  • Contractors must work from a professional, distraction-free environment located within the U.S.

Please Note: If you do not meet the requirements for this role but wish to be considered for other positions, please check our current openings here: https://apply.workable.com/third-eye-software/

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We’re looking for a unicorn - a senior-level engineer with a blend of infrastructure, DevOps, SRE, and networking experience. You’ll join a high-performing engineering team that owns and scales a critical API platform. This role blends deep Linux systems knowledge, cloud infrastructure (GCP), automation, and networking with high accountability and ownership.

This is a fully remote W2 contract with compensation between $70–$75/hr. The engagement runs through the end of the year with strong potential for extension.

Requirements

5+ years of professional experience in roles such as Site Reliability Engineer (SRE), Infrastructure Engineer, DevOps Engineer, or Systems Engineer, with hands-on expertise in:

  • Terraform (core to platform automation)
  • Docker (deep fluency - inspecting containers, logs, and performance)
  • Git/GitHub Actions
  • Scripting in Bash, Python, or Go (only one is required)
  • Linux system administration and tuning
  • General networking knowledge (OSI layers 2-7)
  • Cloud platforms (any cloud required; GCP preferred)
  • Prometheus and Grafana (metrics, alerting, SLO/SLI awareness)
  • JSON/YAML

Nice to Have:

  • Strong preference for individuals who’ve worked in high-scale, high-availability environments
  • Experience with: Alertmanager, Ansible, Kubernetes, Spinnaker, Looker
  • Familiarity with: Envoy Proxy
  • Understanding of: Go code (reading, not necessarily writing)
  • FinOps mindset or exposure to cloud cost optimization

Soft Skills & Team Fit:

  • You own your work, speak up early, and admit mistakes.
  • You’re not afraid to challenge ideas and handle direct feedback well.
  • Quick learners thrive - you’ll need to ramp up fast and ask smart questions.
  • Your voice matters, even when you don’t volunteer it - be ready to share.

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Come join our exceptional team of passionate and professional individuals dedicated to delivering outstanding results. At Third Eye Software, we value our team members and take pride in the incredible work they do every day. When you join our team, you’ll not only be part of a group of highly skilled professionals, but you’ll also experience a workplace culture that values your individuality and contributions. We believe in integrity, insight, and innovation, and we strive to create a culture that embodies these values.

Benefits

  • Comprehensive medical / dental / vision insurance options (50% employer-paid premiums)
  • 401K option (after 1 year of employment)
  • Profit sharing
  • Professional development and training opportunities
  • Fully remote / Employer-provided equipment

Third Eye Software is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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Other Skills

  • Teamwork
  • Adaptability
  • Communication

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