Software Engineer III
The Imagine Group, An Imagine CompanyAbout the role
Job Title: Software Engineer III
Location: Buffalo, NY
Hire Type: Contingent
Pay Range: $80.00/hour
Work Type: Full-time
Work Model: Onsite/Hybrid, Buffalo, NY
Work Schedule: Monday – Friday, 8am – 5pm
Recruiter Contact: Samantha Marranca | smarranca@imaginegroup.com
NO C2C, NO 1099, NO sponsorship given at this time
Nature & Scope
Positional Overview
Imagine Staffing is recruiting for a Software Engineer III – Infrastructure & Automation on behalf of our client, a leading financial institution.
This is a senior-level infrastructure engineering role focused on the build, administration, automation, security, monitoring, and ongoing support of enterprise Linux and Windows Server environments.
The ideal candidate will bring strong hands-on experience with Linux and Windows Server administration combined with infrastructure automation and DevOps technologies including PowerShell, Bash/Python scripting, Ansible, CI/CD, Git/GitLab, and Terraform.
This position will work across infrastructure, operations, security, and development teams to automate server provisioning and configuration, manage operating system lifecycle and patching, support enterprise monitoring and vulnerability remediation, troubleshoot complex production issues, and improve the reliability and efficiency of the infrastructure environment.
The successful candidate should be comfortable working independently on complex infrastructure initiatives while also providing technical leadership and mentoring to less experienced engineers.
Role & Responsibilities
Tasks That Will Lead to Your Success
Build, maintain, administer, and support enterprise Linux and Windows Server environments.
Perform hands-on Linux administration across environments such as RHEL, Ubuntu, and/or SUSE.
Administer Windows Server, Active Directory, Group Policy, DNS, and DHCP.
Automate infrastructure provisioning, configuration, deployments, patching, and recurring operational tasks using PowerShell, Bash, Python, and Ansible.
Develop and maintain Infrastructure as Code (IaC) using technologies such as Terraform and ARM templates.
Build and support infrastructure automation through CI/CD pipelines, including platforms such as Azure DevOps and GitLab.
Utilize Git/version control for scripts, automation, configuration, and infrastructure code.
Support server provisioning, OS deployment, patching, certificate management, and infrastructure lifecycle management.
Support storage, backup, and disaster recovery processes.
Apply networking fundamentals including TCP/IP, VLANs, routing, and firewalls when troubleshooting and supporting infrastructure.
Implement and maintain Windows and Linux security-hardening standards.
Support vulnerability management, endpoint security, identity and access management, including AD, LDAP, and RBAC.
Utilize enterprise monitoring and logging platforms such as Dynatrace, Kibana/ELK, Splunk, and/or Graylog.
Troubleshoot complex infrastructure and production issues, perform root-cause analysis, and implement long-term corrective solutions.
Participate in incident response, performance tuning, compliance, auditing, and operational documentation.
Recommend and implement new technologies, automation, and processes that improve infrastructure reliability, security, and operational efficiency.
Lead complex technical initiatives and provide guidance and mentoring to less experienced engineers.
Skills & Experience
Required / Highly Desired Technical Qualifications
Candidates should have 6+ years of relevant systems, infrastructure, or application technology experience, with substantial hands-on experience in enterprise server environments.
Infrastructure & Server Administration
Linux administration and OS fundamentals — RHEL strongly relevant; Ubuntu and SUSE beneficial
Windows Server administration
Active Directory and Group Policy
DNS and DHCP
Server provisioning and operating system deployment
Server patching and lifecycle management
Certificate management
Storage, backup, and disaster recovery
Networking fundamentals including TCP/IP, VLANs, routing, and firewalls
Automation, Scripting & DevOps
PowerShell
Ansible
Bash and/or Python scripting
CI/CD pipelines
Azure DevOps and/or GitLab
Git/version control and repository management
Terraform / Infrastructure as Code
Automated OS deployment and configuration management
Automic experience is beneficial
Operations, Monitoring & Security
Vulnerability management and remediation
Windows and Linux security hardening
Identity and Access Management — Active Directory, LDAP, RBAC
Enterprise monitoring platforms such as Dynatrace and Kibana/ELK
Log management/troubleshooting using Splunk, ELK, Graylog, or similar tools
Incident response and root-cause analysis
Performance troubleshooting and tuning
Compliance, auditing, and technical/operational documentation
Additional Qualifications
Strong troubleshooting and analytical problem-solving skills.
Experience recommending and implementing enterprise infrastructure solutions.
Ability to independently manage complex technical initiatives.
Experience coordinating across Infrastructure, Operations, Security, Development, and business teams.
Strong written and verbal communication skills.
Experience driving technical project milestones and delivery dates.
Demonstrated technical leadership and mentoring capabilities.
Ability to manage multiple complex priorities simultaneously.
Education & Experience
Associate degree and at least 6 years of relevant systems/infrastructure technology experience, or an equivalent combination of education and professional experience.
Experience within a large enterprise, financial services, or other highly regulated environment is preferred.
Responsibilities
- Build, maintain, administer, and support enterprise Linux and Windows Server environments.
- Automate infrastructure provisioning, configuration, deployments, patching, and recurring operational tasks using PowerShell, Bash, Python, and Ansible.
- Develop and maintain Infrastructure as Code (IaC) using technologies such as Terraform.
- Support server provisioning, OS deployment, patching, and infrastructure lifecycle management.
- Troubleshoot complex infrastructure and production issues, perform root-cause analysis, and implement long-term corrective solutions.
- Lead complex technical initiatives and provide guidance and mentoring to less experienced engineers.
Qualifications
- 6+ years of relevant systems, infrastructure, or application technology experience.
- Strong hands-on experience in enterprise server environments.
- Experience with Linux administration and OS fundamentals.
- Proficiency in automation, scripting, and DevOps technologies.
Skills mentioned
About The Imagine Group, An Imagine Company
For more than 16 years, The Imagine Group has partnered with companies nationwide to deliver strategic workforce solutions that drive growth. As one of the nation’s largest executive staffing firms, ranking in the top 2% by size, Imagine supports hiring initiatives across all 50 states and U.S. territories, with employees currently working in 39 states. Each year, we facilitate more than 1,000 contract placements while supporting organizations ranging from growing regional businesses to Fortune 500 companies. We’re also proud recipients of Best Place to Work awards, a reflection of the culture and partnerships that fuel our success. From consulting and strategic staffing to executive placements, RPO, MSP, and project-based fulfillment services, Imagine helps organizations build high-performing teams in an ever-changing workforce landscape. Combining industry expertise, innovative technology, and a people-first approach, we create customized solutions designed to help clients and candidates alike go From Hire to Higher.
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