System Engineer

About Product

VyOS is an open-source network operating system that provides an all-in-one platform for network management. Built on Linux, VyOS integrates powerful routing, firewall, VPN, and network services into a unified system. Unlike traditional networking hardware, VyOS can be deployed on a wide range of platforms, from physical routers and cloud environments to virtual machines, giving users flexibility and control over their network infrastructure.

The key strength of VyOS lies in its comprehensive feature set. It supports dynamic routing protocols (BGP, OSPF, RIP), multiple VPN types (IPsec, OpenVPN, WireGuard), firewall rules, traffic shaping, and more - all configured through a unified command-line interface (CLI) familiar to network engineers. Its ability to scale across various environments makes it popular with organizations seeking open-source networking solutions.

Job description

The System Engineer in VyOS is responsible for installing, configuring, maintaining, and optimizing the company's IT infrastructure. This role ensures the stability, security, and efficiency of system operations while proactively identifying areas for improvement. The System Engineer collaborates with cross-functional teams to resolve technical issues, maintain documentation, and implement best practices in system administration. Additionally, this position requires ongoing learning to stay ahead of industry trends and innovations.

Responsibilities

• Install, configure, test, and maintain operating systems, application software, and system management tools.
• Manage and monitor all installed systems and infrastructure, including maintaining infrastructure documentation.
• Maintain security, backup, and redundancy strategies to ensure system resilience.
• Provide support to users, addressing their system-related issues
• Monitor and test application performance for potential bottlenecks, identify possible solutions, and work with developers to implement those fixes
• Write and maintain custom scripts to increase system efficiency and lower human intervention time on tasks
• Liaise with vendors and other IT personnel for problem-resolution
• Create and maintain detailed system documentation, guides, and best practices. Participate in knowledge-sharing activities to enhance the skills of peers and community users.
• Stay updated with the latest system technologies and trends, and proactively recommend improvements in system processes to align with industry best practices.

Requirements

Skills

• Strong knowledge of operating systems, application software, and system management tools.
• Proficiency in system monitoring and performance optimization techniques.
• Understanding of security best practices, backup strategies, and system redundancy.
• Ability to write and maintain automation scripts to improve efficiency.
• Excellent troubleshooting skills and problem-solving abilities.
• Strong documentation and technical writing skills.
• Effective communication and collaboration skills.
• Ability to liaise with vendors and IT personnel for issue resolution.
• Continuous learning mindset to keep up with evolving technologies.

Experience

• Proven experience in system administration, infrastructure management, or a similar role.
• Hands-on experience with installing, configuring, and maintaining operating systems and applications.
• Experience in monitoring and testing application performance and identifying optimizations.
• Familiarity with automation tools and scripting languages for system efficiency.
• Experience maintaining security and backup strategies to ensure system resilience.
• Demonstrated ability to work with cross-functional teams and vendors to resolve technical issues.
• Experience in creating and maintaining system documentation, technical guides, and best practices.

Work Conditions and Compensation

Fully Remote Work: This 100% remote position allows you to work anywhere.

Flexible Work Schedule: We offer a flexible work schedule that allows you to manage your time while ensuring effective collaboration across our globally distributed teams. The official workday starts between 8 AM and 11 AM (employee local time) and ends between 5 PM and 8 PM (employee local time). While flexibility is encouraged, occasional work outside typical hours may be required to align with colleagues in different time zones. Open communication and availability for cross-time-zone meetings are essential for seamless teamwork.

Time Tracking: Employees are required to use time tracker software to monitor working hours and productivity.

Vacation: Enjoy 20 days of annual paid vacation

National Holidays: You are entitled to up to 10 days of paid leave for recognized national holidays.

Sick Leave: Sick leave is provided in accordance with company policy

About VyOS Networks

VyOS Networks is a company dedicated to creating cutting-edge, open-source network solutions that empower organizations to manage their networks with flexibility and control. As the company behind the VyOS network operating system, we are committed to delivering a robust, scalable, and secure platform that meets the diverse needs of businesses, service providers, and network professionals worldwide.

At VyOS Networks, our work goes beyond just providing technology - we’re shaping the future of networking with a global, community-driven project. We foster an environment where talented individuals come together to solve complex networking challenges, while continuously improving both our products and ourselves.

Our Mission

Powering a connected world, engineering for the future.

We believe that the future of networking lies in open collaboration, continuous innovation, and delivering solutions that keep the world connected, efficiently and securely.

Our Core Values

Our values define who we are as a team and how we approach our work every day:

• Respect: We believe in fostering a respectful environment where we value each other's perspectives and contributions. We maintain a deep respect for our colleagues, our open-source community, and our clients, ensuring that all interactions are guided by understanding, professionalism, and empathy.

• Responsibility: Trust is the foundation of our success. We hold ourselves to the highest standards of honesty, dependability, and accountability. Whether delivering on a commitment to a client or collaborating with a team member, we take responsibility for our actions and their impact.

• Improvement: We are driven by a relentless desire to improve - ourselves, our products, and the world of networking. Continuous learning, innovation, and refining our processes are key to pushing the boundaries of what’s possible.

• Contentment: At VyOS Networks, we believe that work should inspire and fulfill. We create an environment where people are excited to collaborate, share ideas, and find joy in solving real-world problems. We aim to inspire others while finding inspiration in the work we do.