Information Technology Engineer Position Available

[Keila Melendez]

Information Technology Engineer
Menlo Park, CA
Full Time, Regular, Exempt Position

SRI International's Engineering & Systems Division, the Institute's 
largest group, is a multidisciplinary engineering organization dedicated 
to development and application of operationally effective systems. We 
perform a variety of engineering research, systems engineering, testing, 
and integration services for commercial and government clients 
worldwide. Clients include the Department of Defense (U.S. Army, Air 
Force, Navy, Marine Corps, and Joint Services), the Department of 
Transportation, local government agencies, and domestic and 
international commercial companies.

For additional information, please visit the Engineering & Systems 
Division website: http://www.sri.com/esd

SRI International is an innovation company, providing world-leading 
independent research and technology development for a wide range of 
clients. SRI innovations have created entirely new industries, billions 
of dollars in marketplace value and lasting contributions to society.

We are looking for a talented self-starter who thrives on handling 
diverse IT issues and enjoys solving problems using IT expertise and 
tools. Your scope would include supporting a wide range of developments, 
from small prototypes to complex fielded systems in daily use. You would 
be a key member of each team, interacting with engineers and scientists 
to identify the IT requirements and address them in a systematic manner.

You would be a member of SRI's Software Engineering Program (SWEP), a 
highly respected provider of IT, software development and management 
services to all of SRI. SWEP's structure provides the flexibility to 
contribute to many diverse projects.

This role would typically include the following tasks and many more:

-- work with early-stage project teams to define IT infrastructures and 
solutions;
-- contribute to existing projects by providing innovative IT solutions 
that use the latest hardware, new software tools, and novel combinations 
of existing technologies;
-- support existing systems in the lab and field by implementing and 
troubleshooting networks, setting up IT support services, and diagnosing 
system issues -- including isolating and debugging hardware/software 
problems;
-- support small-scale network infrastructures, from installing and 
configuring managed switches to designing and implementing remote 
internet access;
-- design, implement and document data storage, archiving and recovery 
plans;
-- design and implement scripts to automate data transfers and other 
services, for both internal and remote users;
-- assist in the building and installation of new software releases;
-- provide configuration management and documentation for local, flight 
and field systems.

Requirements

Experience:

Leading candidates will have 5+ years experience in the design and 
implementation of information technology (IT) tools and systems. 
Candidates should be comfortable designing and implementing IT solutions 
to address real project needs. Successful applicants should have 
extensive experience in Linux system administration (Red Hat EL, Fedora 
Core), network design and implementation, network and general system 
(hardware/software) debugging, computer setup and configuration, 
scripting methods, storage systems, software installers, version control 
tools and system deployment methods.

At a minimum, candidates should have strong operating system experience 
with Linux and Windows. Applicants should have familiarity with Java, 
UML, XML, ANT and SQL, and be able to document IT infrastructures and 
processes clearly. Experience with software development is a plus. 
Familiarity with Solaris system administration is also a plus.

Education:

BS degree in software engineering or equivalent; computer engineering, 
computer science or a related area is a plus but not required.

Working Conditions

- Normal office environment with a moderate amount of bending, standing 
and walking.
- Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs and work in tight spaces (e.g., 
small aircraft).
- Valid driver's license and ability to drive a van a plus.
- All responsibilities assume the ability to speak, hear, see and be 
manually dexterous.
Other:

Candidate must be a U.S. Citizen and must be able to obtain and maintain 
a DoD Secret security clearance.

For information regarding the process to obtain a government security 
clearance, please visit the following link:
http://www.state.gov/m/ds/clearances/60321.htm

How to apply:
Apply via our web page www.sri.com/jobs to job number 100473
SRI is an equal opportunity employer.
www.sri.com/jobs