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Description

Matson Navigation is seeking a highly skilled Data Center Engineer with a strong technical background , leadership capabilities, and excellent communication skills. This individual will be responsible for leading the architecture, design, and implementation of on-premises infrastructure solutions and data centers. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in managing virtualization platforms, storage systems, and automation technologies, along with the ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams. This individual will play a critical role in modernizing our compute, virtualization, storage, and automation platforms to support resilient, scalable, and secure operations.

We are looking for someone who thrives in dynamic environments, can lead complex technical implementations, and is an effective communicator across business and IT stakeholders.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, implement, and support data center infrastructure including Cisco HX (UCS), Nutanix HCI, VMware vSphere/vSAN, and Cohesity.

• Lead projects for infrastructure modernization, automation, and disaster recovery enablement.

• Automate provisioning and configuration using tools like Terraform, Ansible, or Puppet.

• Administer Linux and Windows environments; ensure performance, availability, and compliance.

• Manage DNS, DHCP, IPAM; collaborate on routing, switching, and firewall designs.

• Conduct performance tuning, capacity planning, and root cause analysis.

• Develop and maintain SOPs, configuration documentation, and runbooks.

• Travel as needed to support infrastructure deployments and data center operations.

• Provide technical leadership and mentorship to engineering teams.

Qualifications

Required:

• 7+ years of experience in infrastructure engineering or data center operations.

• Expertise with Cisco HX/UCS, VMware vSphere, Nutanix HCI, and Cohesity.

• Proficiency with Linux (Ubuntu, RHEL) and Windows Server platforms.

• Hands-on experience with automation tools like Terraform, Ansible, Puppet.

• Strong networking fundamentals (TCP/IP, VLANs, DNS, DHCP, firewalls).

• Scripting ability in Bash, PowerShell, or Python.

• Proven ability to lead, communicate across teams, and deliver technical results.

• Willingness to relocate to one of the designated offices prior to full-time hire.

Skills

Linux, Unix, database, Data center, Rack and stack, cisco, VMware, nutanix, automation, windows, azure, AWS, docker, containerization, monitoring tools, Architecture, Solution architecture, Cloud, Design, Data, Integration

Additional Skills & Qualifications

Preferred:

• Bachelor’s degree in IT, Computer Science, or related field.

• Certifications: VCP, RHCE, Nutanix NCP, CCNP, Azure/AWS Associate.

• Familiarity with ITIL, change management, and monitoring tools (SolarWinds, Prometheus).

• Exposure to containerization (Docker, Kubernetes) and cloud technologies (AWS, Azure).

Business Challenges

• Problem: Legacy infrastructure, lack of automation, and scalability limitations.

• Consequence: Increased downtime, inefficiencies, higher operational costs, and risk to business continuity.

• Impact: Improved resilience, scalability, and security of operations; reduced manual effort; faster deployments; and better disaster recovery readiness.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $60.00 - $70.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:

• Medical, dental & vision • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital • 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) • Short and long-term disability • Health Spending Account (HSA) • Transportation benefits • Employee Assistance Program • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a hybrid position in Phoenix,AZ.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Jul 31, 2025.

h4>About TEKsystems:

We're partners in transformation. We help clients activate ideas and solutions to take advantage of a new world of opportunity. We are a team of 80,000 strong, working with over 6,000 clients, including 80% of the Fortune 500, across North America, Europe and Asia. As an industry leader in Full-Stack Technology Services, Talent Services, and real-world application, we work with progressive leaders to drive change. That's the power of true partnership. TEKsystems is an Allegis Group company.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

About TEKsystems and TEKsystems Global Services

We’re a leading provider of business and technology services. We accelerate business transformation for our customers. Our expertise in strategy, design, execution and operations unlocks business value through a range of solutions. We’re a team of 80,000 strong, working with over 6,000 customers, including 80% of the Fortune 500 across North America, Europe and Asia, who partner with us for our scale, full-stack capabilities and speed. We’re strategic thinkers, hands-on collaborators, helping customers capitalize on change and master the momentum of technology. We’re building tomorrow by delivering business outcomes and making positive impacts in our global communities. TEKsystems and TEKsystems Global Services are Allegis Group companies. Learn more at TEKsystems.com.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.