Cloud Systems Engineer

Parsons Corporation•Reston, VA

1d•$148,300 - $266,900

About The Position

Parsons is seeking a talented Cloud Systems Engineer to design and deploy AWS based cloud infrastructure globally. This role involves assisting in system design, implementation, and integration under senior guidance, contributing to innovative solutions for performance and reliability, and performing testing and troubleshooting. The engineer will collaborate with cross-functional teams, develop and maintain system documentation, conduct regular audits, and provide technical support. The position is part of the Federal Solutions team, which delivers resources to US government customers globally, focusing on defense, security, intelligence, infrastructure, and environmental solutions. Parsons, founded in 1944, is a digitally enabled solutions provider focused on defense, intelligence, and critical infrastructure markets, aiming to create future solutions today with an agile, innovative, and disruptive approach.

Requirements

Active Top Secret/SCI security clearance
Bachelor’s degree in Systems Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field; 4 years of additional experience may be accepted in lieu of a degree.
7-14 years of experience in systems engineering or a related role.
Strong knowledge of systems engineering principles and methodologies.
Experience with system modeling, simulation, and analysis tools.
Experience with AWS and Terraform for cloud solutions.
Experience with Java.
Experience integrating external hardware data into internal workflows using MongoDB.
Experience integrating external database data into internal workflows using MongoDB.
30-40% international travel required.
Must possess an active passport or be able to obtain one immediately upon hire.

Nice To Haves

Proficiency in various programming and scripting languages is a plus.
Excellent analytical and and problem-solving skills.
Strong communication skills and the ability to work effectively in a collaborative team environment.

Responsibilities

Assist in the design, implementation, and integration of systems under the guidance of senior engineers.
Contribute to the development of innovative solutions to improve system performance and reliability.
Perform system testing, validation, and troubleshooting to identify and resolve issues.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to gather requirements and ensure system specifications are met.
Develop and maintain system documentation, including design specifications, test plans, and user manuals.
Conduct regular system audits and generate reports to ensure compliance with industry standards.
Provide technical support and guidance to other team members.
Ensure systems are designed and maintained following best practices and regulatory requirements.
Participate in continuous improvement initiatives to enhance system capabilities and efficiency.
Stay abreast of emerging technologies and recommend enhancements to current systems.