Systems Engineer

Auto-Owners Insurance • Traverse City, MI

2d • Hybrid

About The Position

A career at Auto-Owners is challenging and rewarding. Our group of caring associates create financial security by helping individuals and businesses make a new start when a loss occurs. We offer a merit-based work-from-home program based on job responsibilities. After initial training in-person, this specific role could have the flexibility to work from home up to 3 days per week. Auto-Owners Insurance, a top-rated insurance carrier, is seeking a motivated individual to join our IT Division as Systems Engineer. Responsibilities include installation and technical support of computer servers and their applications in the company under close supervision and direction.

Requirements

• Server installations and maintenance experience
• Knowledge of IT Infrastructure technologies as it relates to: Windows Server, Exchange, SharePoint, Active Directory, Webservers, Microsoft System Center products, Scripting languages for automation, Server virtualization technologies, Linux Operating Systems, Container Administration
• Ability to make logical and sound decisions under supervision
• Willingness to work occasionally outside the normal business hours
• Ability to clearly articulate thoughts verbally and in writing by preparing business correspondence that is effective and professional
• Strong problem solving and troubleshooting skills
• Ability to work in the U.S. without current or future sponsorship

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Information Technology, or a similar major is preferred. Candidates without a four-year degree, but with several years of relevant experience, may also be considered.

Responsibilities

• Provide installation, training and support for computer server hardware and software using industry best practices in a team environment
• Monitor server performance for potential hardware problems and deploy appropriate fixes
• Provide solutions for problems and questions pertaining to server software applications and document specific incidents
• Provide research and development services for computer server hardware and software

Benefits

• Friendly work environment
• Structured training program
• Employee mentoring
• Excellent compensation/benefits package
• Competitive base salary
• Matched 401(k)
• Fully-funded pension plan (once vested)
• Bonus programs
• Generous paid time off including holidays, vacation days, personal time, and sick leave

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees