Systems Software Engineer

Talan • Chicago, IL

1h • $65,000 - $75,000 • Hybrid

About The Position

Talan is seeking a Systems Software Engineer to join the technical team of a client in the telecommunications and network optimization sector. The role focuses on software deployment, system integration, infrastructure support, and customer-facing technical work in enterprise environments. The position is based in Chicago and requires working onsite at least three days per week; candidates must currently be located in the Greater Chicago area. The role supports pre-sales and post-sales engagements, from evaluations and proof of concepts through installation and production support, in collaboration with internal engineering, support, and customer success teams.

The technical environment includes Windows and Linux, VMware and Citrix virtualization, Oracle, SQL Server, PostgreSQL, and MongoDB databases, PowerShell, Python, and Bash scripting, and AWS, Azure, and GCP. Docker and Kubernetes are listed as nice to have. Talan offers sponsorship under specific treaty-based U.S. work visas, including TN and E-2 for eligible Canadian, Mexican, and French citizens; other visa types, including H-1B, are not supported or transferred.

Requirements

• At least 2 years of experience in system administration, software deployment, infrastructure support, or database administration.
• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
• Experience working with virtualized environments.
• Knowledge of cloud platforms, particularly AWS.
• Scripting experience, ideally with PowerShell, Python, or Bash.
• Excellent communication skills and ability to interact directly with customers.
• Ability to work across infrastructure, software, database, and cloud-related topics.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor's or master's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Software Engineering, or a related field.
• Experience with enterprise software deployment and support.
• Knowledge of automation platforms and workflow orchestration.
• Familiarity with Docker and Kubernetes.
• Previous customer-facing or consulting experience.

Responsibilities

• Deploy, configure, and upgrade software solutions in customer environments.
• Design and recommend optimal system architectures and deployment models.
• Provide technical support for system integration, databases, licensing, and infrastructure.
• Deliver administration and technical training to customers.
• Develop and maintain automation scripts for deployment, configuration, and troubleshooting.
• Support pre-sales and post-sales technical engagements, including evaluations, proof of concepts, installations, and production support.
• Collaborate with internal engineering, support, and customer success teams to ensure successful implementations.
• Participate in automation and process optimization initiatives.

Benefits

• Competitive salary between USD $65,000 and US$75,000.
• 401(k) retirement plan with company matching.
• 15 days of paid vacation per year at hire, increasing to up to 27 days according to seniority; untaken annual vacation days are cashed out.
• 8 paid holidays, 5 sick days, and 2 personal days per year.
• Company health, dental, and vision insurance plans, plus FSA.
• Voluntary short-term disability and long-term disability.
• Commuter/transit benefits.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed