Senior Systems Engineer (Contract) - Blue Star Partners LLC

Job Title: Sr. Systems Engineer

Location: Pleasanton, CA – 100% onsite – Local candidates only

Period: 11/25/2024 to 11/28/2025 –  Strong potential for extension/direct hire

Hours/Week: 40 hours – Hours over 40 will be paid at Time and a Half

Rate: $73 - $77/hr

Contract Type: W-2 only

Scope of Services:

The Senior Systems Engineer (Contract) will be responsible for supporting the delivery of systems engineering tasks, including integration of medical device components into a unified system that involves wired and wireless technologies. This role requires strong experience with virtualization, storage, compute platforms, and infrastructure components. The engineer will work onsite in Pleasanton, CA, collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure successful execution of system engineering tasks.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead infrastructure core service engineering and product lifecycle management.
• Maintain accurate current state diagrams, documentation, and data sources.
• Identify and automate repetitive tasks and processes for greater efficiency.
• Maintain and install on-premises infrastructure components such as virtualization, storage, and compute platforms.
• Execute system engineering testing to verify system functionality, including software and system components.
  • Drive and record system configurations at integration points.
  • Develop and execute system integration and verification plans and reports.
  • Generate system test protocols and reports.
  • Identify and escalate risks or system anomalies based on existing requirements.
• Lead technical projects and Proof of Concepts (POCs) to refine design patterns.
• Own and author internal design documentation for other engineers and business partners.
• Coordinate with internal security teams and business partners for security assessments.
• Stay current on emerging developments in infrastructure and software technologies.
• Assist with troubleshooting hardware, operating systems, and application issues.
• Provide general support for cloud infrastructure as needed.
• Comply with FDA regulations, other regulatory requirements, and company policies.
• Facilitate communication and collaboration across all levels of employees, customers, contractors, and vendors.
• Anticipate business travel of approximately 10%.

Education & Experience:

Required:

• Strong multitasking, time management, and organizational skills.
• Ability to work in a geographically diverse business environment, both independently and as part of a team.
• General understanding of DevOps practices and integration of storage, networking, and security implementations.
• Strong knowledge of PowerShell, PowerCLI, or other object-oriented scripting languages.
• Working knowledge of modern enterprise storage technologies (e.g., NetApp, EMC) and data replication concepts.
• Proficiency with fabric-based compute platforms like Cisco UCS.
• Experience in deploying, upgrading, and managing VMware and related infrastructure components (e.g., vSphere, NSX, ESX, vCenter, VEEAM).
• 5+ years of infrastructure/systems engineering experience, including 3+ years in medical/diagnostic products or highly regulated industries.
• Bachelor's degree in Engineering or Science.

Preferred:

• Understanding of Fiber Channel zoning.
• Experience with design, build, and configuration of enterprise storage arrays from the ground up.
• Knowledge of medical device standards (e.g., 62304, 60601).
• Medical device experience, specifically supporting heart failure and/or cardiovascular systems.
• Master's degree in Engineering (Computer, Electrical, Computer Systems, or Software), Computer Science, or related discipline.

Competencies:

• Analytical Skills: Strong ability to assess complex systems requirements and devise effective solutions.
• Problem-Solving: Proactive in identifying and resolving system integration issues.
• Attention to Detail: Precision in developing test protocols and analyzing engineering data.
• Technical Proficiency: Proficient in systems engineering tools and methodologies.
• Adaptability: Flexible and able to adjust to evolving project demands and priorities.
• Communication Skills: Strong capability to articulate technical concepts to diverse stakeholders.
• Team Collaboration: Proven ability to work in cross-functional and geographically dispersed teams.
• Leadership: Ability to lead infrastructure projects, coordinate technical tasks, and mentor team members.
• Time Management: Skilled at managing multiple tasks, meeting deadlines, and prioritizing work effectively.
• Customer Service Orientation: Focused on meeting the needs of internal and external customers.