Systems Engineer, Associate
Company3•Los Angeles, CA
•$29 - $34•Onsite
About The Position
Company 3 provides a broad range of creative services for content creators. As part of the facility engineering team, the Associate Systems Engineer assists with deploying and maintaining computing infrastructure, supporting artists and production personnel, and performing day-to-day systems management tasks. The role is based on-site in Hollywood, California, and works under the guidance of senior engineers.
Requirements
- Background in computer engineering, computer science, or equivalent.
- Basic understanding of Linux and Windows environments.
- Understanding of operational processes in a VFX episodic and/or commercials facility.
- Understanding of pipeline workflows and enabling technologies.
- Ability to work in a fast-paced, production-driven environment.
- Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
- Enthusiasm for learning and developing new technical skills.
- Excellent communication skills.
- Adaptability and flexibility, including the ability to adjust and reprioritize in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
Nice To Haves
- Previous experience in a post-production environment.
- Familiarity with scripting languages such as Bash or PowerShell.
- Interest in networking, storage, and automation technologies.
Responsibilities
- Assist with deployment, configuration, and basic troubleshooting of workstations, servers, storage systems, and network devices.
- Respond to technical support requests from production teams and escalate complex issues as needed.
- Help document troubleshooting steps, system configurations, and operational workflows.
- Monitor system performance and assist in identifying potential issues.
- Participate in on-call system support rotations, including occasional nights and weekends.
- Follow established procedures and best practices for system maintenance and updates.
- Assist with basic automation tasks, including scripting and configuration management using Bash or PowerShell.
- Support software license management and floating license servers with guidance from senior engineers.
- Learn and apply networking fundamentals, including IP addressing, VLANs, and basic firewall configurations.
- Gain hands-on experience with Linux, Windows, and macOS, and contribute to system installations and updates.
- Develop working knowledge of Ansible, AWX, and PDQ configuration management tools.
- Gain familiarity with FOG, Cobbler, MDT, and WDS deployment tools.
- Use network monitoring systems such as Zabbix and LibreNMS to observe system health and performance.
- Work with senior engineers to improve workflows and infrastructure performance.
Benefits
- Eligible full-time US employees receive a comprehensive package of health, retirement, and insurance benefits and paid time off.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
