Senior Systems Engineer (Senior Enterprise Systems Engineer (Applications))

The Port of Seattle is unable to sponsor employment visas at this time.

Salary offers will be made within the posted range. Placement within the range will be determined based on your similar work experience. The Port considers work experience to be similar if the scope and level of responsibility of your prior positions match the job being offered.

Applications will be reviewed regularly, and interviews may be conducted prior to the close date.

As a Senior Systems Engineer, you will be responsible for leading the design, implementation, and support of enterprise systems critical for business operations. In this role, you will focus on deploying and managing enterprise software platforms and applications—such as Internet Information Services (IIS), Azure, BizTalk, WebSphere, Salesforce, and Commercial Off-The-Shelf (COTS) systems—across pre-production and production environments.

• You will proactively monitor systems to identify and resolve issues and provide 24x7 on-call support to recover systems from critical failures.
• You will directly work with customers to investigate and resolve system issues collaboratively.
• You will be responsible for integrating the system into the organization's infrastructure.
• You will work with other Information & Communication Technology (ICT) engineers, external agencies, vendors, and business units to deploy, configure, and manage technology platforms, management systems, system architecture and enterprise business applications.
• You will, as part of the DevOps team, work with software developers and other engineers to ensure the development of the system is according to architecture and security standards and best practices.
• You will participate in the system procurement process and provide technical guidance and recommendations to select systems that fit standards.
• You will adhere to established team and organizational standards, processes, and procedures and meet the organization's set goals for Service Level Agreements (SLAs) and deadlines for tasks and projects.
• You will provide technical guidance and mentorship to junior team members, collaborating with other teams to deliver high-quality solutions.

• Experienced – You have four (4) years of experience in Information Technology.
• Desired – We hope you have a bachelor’s degree in information technology, computer science, or business administration.
• Committed to Equity – You will apply equity and exemplify shared values, behaviors, and practices in all aspects of the work. At the Port of Seattle, equity is a daily responsibility and a foundational expectation for all Port employees.
• Efficient Communicator – You possess strong communication, collaboration, and presentation skills. You effectively communicate with different levels of engineers and business users. You also have strong writing skills and can express complex technical information clearly and concisely.
• Critical Thinker – You have advanced analytical and problem-solving skills combined with critical thinking. You have the expert capability to analyze complex systems, identify problems, and solve technical issues. You can make informed decisions based on analysis and data.
• Expert - You have expertise in networking protocols and services such as Firewall, TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP, Active Directory, SNMP, and Azure Services (Azure App Service, Azure Logic Apps, Azure API Management, Azure DevOps, Azure Monitor). Additionally, you have experience with programming languages such as C/C++, .NET, and Java/JavaScript. You are skilled in architecture principles, SQL query writing, and database platforms such as MSSQL, Oracle, and MySQL. You also have advanced knowledge of Agile, DevOps, and related tools.
• Technologically Skilled – You have working knowledge of Windows and Linux Server technologies and Virtualization (VMWare). You have advanced knowledge in one or more scripting technologies like PowerShell, Python, Ruby, and Linux Shell Scripting.
• Highly Organized – You have project management skills, including planning and prioritizing tasks, managing timelines, and coordinating with other stakeholders.

• Work Schedule – Your normal work schedule will be Monday – Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. (40 hours per week). Slightly more flexible start and end times are available in this role. You may be required to work any and all assigned shifts, including weekends and holidays. You may be required to work during emergencies.
• Work Environment - This work will take place in a hybrid/in-office setting at Management’s discretion.
• Washington State Residency Requirement – Employees must establish a residence in Washington state within 30 days of their first day of employment and must maintain a residence in Washington State during their employment with the Port of Seattle. If a position is eligible to telework, work performed while teleworking must be performed in Washington State.
• Security Requirements – As the successful candidate, you must pass a Transportation Security Administration (TSA) background check as well as a criminal history background check with the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI). Your employment will be contingent upon obtaining a Port of Seattle ID badge upon clearance.
• Security Requirements – In this role, you will be required to access Port of Seattle Police Department equipment, office locations, systems and/or vehicles. In compliance with Federal and State laws as the successful candidate, you will be required to pass a Criminal Justice Information Services (CJIS) criminal history background check.

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  Healthcare – Medical, Dental, and Vision Care with options that work for you and your family.
• Paid Vacation – Just about four weeks per year that increases with tenure to rest and rejuvenate.
• Paid Sick Leave – At least one hour of sick leave for every 40 hours worked.
• Holidays – More than ten days per year to celebrate with family and friends away from work.
• Pension/Retirement Plans – A pension and additional savings plans to prepare for your future after the Port.
• Getting to Work – From subsidized parking and a low-cost public transit card to alternative work arrangements giving you an opportunity to work hybrid.
• Parental Leave – Six weeks of paid leave to spend with new additions to your immediate family.
• Development – From tuition reimbursement, training, stretch assignments and internal internships, we support a learning culture.
• Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion – The Port of Seattle values diversity as a source of innovation and strength. We are actively working across the organization to create a culture where all employees – regardless of race, gender, and other identities – succeed and reach their fullest potential.
• Work-Life Balance – We provide the resources to help you create habits to be healthy and balanced.
• Mission Driven – We are focused together in promoting economic opportunities and quality of life in the region by advancing trade, travel, commerce, and job creation in an equitable, accountable, and environmentally responsible manner.