Systems Engineer

Job Description

Systems Engineer –
University of Tennessee Foundation, Inc.

The University of Tennessee Foundation, Inc. (UTFI) invites applications for the position of Systems Engineer. The Systems Engineer reports to the Director of Business Intelligence‑Architecture and is responsible for designing, deploying, and optimizing infrastructure and systems that enable scalable, secure, and high‑performance computing and data warehousing solutions.

• Design, implement, and manage infrastructure to support BI tools, data platforms, and analytics applications (e.g., Tableau, Power BI, Looker, Snowflake, Redshift).
• Collaborate with Dev Ops or platform teams to provision and optimize cloud‑based data environments (AWS, Azure, GCP).
• Maintain system performance and uptime of enterprise computing & BI platforms, ensuring high availability and minimal disruption.
• Develop and automate system monitoring, alerting, and backup solutions for cloud‑based environments using tools such as Azure, Gearset, Fabric Real‑Time Intelligence, etc.
• Manage access controls, user provisioning, and security protocols for enterprise computing & BI tools and platforms.
• Establish and manage user access controls and permissions, including provisioning, deprovisioning, and periodic reviews of access levels across systems.
• Monitor and audit permissions to enforce least‑privilege principles and maintain security integrity across platforms.
• Implement IT governance standards and controls related to system access, configuration management, and change management processes, aligning with UTFI’s data governance and compliance frameworks.
• Collaborate with data engineers to ensure efficient data pipelines, ETL/ELT processes, and data integration.
• Provide documentation and training for internal teams on systems architecture, processes, and tools.

• Bachelor’s degree.
• 3+ years of experience as a Systems Engineer, Dev Ops Engineer, or similar role in a data or BI‑focused environment.
• Hands‑on experience with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, or GCP), especially services related to data warehousing and analytics.
• Experience managing and supporting BI tools such as Tableau, Power BI, or Locker.
• Familiarity with modern data architecture concepts, including data lakes, warehouses, and streamlining data.
• Valid driver’s license with an acceptable driving record due to travel responsibilities.
• Applicants holding a graduate degree must have at least 1 year of experience.

• Master’s degree.
• Exposure to infrastructure‑as‑code tools (Terraform, Cloud Formation).
• Understanding of networking, security, and authentication protocols (SSO, OAuth, LDAP).
• Experience with cloud‑based data warehousing solutions (Microsoft Fabric, Snowflake, etc.).
• Familiarity with data pipeline orchestration tools (Airflow, Azure Data Factory, Mulesoft, dbt, etc.).

Priority will be given to applications received on or before December 4, 2025. Applications must include a completed candidate profile, cover letter, and resume. Candidates selected to move forward will be asked to provide contact information for three professional references. References will not be contacted without explicit permission of the candidate.

Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States on a full‑time basis without the need for sponsorship.

February 2026

• Generous paid leave, accruing up to 24 days of vacation and 12 days of sick leave annually, plus 14 paid holidays and closing days.
• Flexible work arrangements, offering a hybrid schedule to most team members.
• Education benefits for employees and their dependents at UT System campuses.
• Retirement and deferred compensation plans, including 401(k), 403(b), etc.
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance plans.
• Employee discounts to attractions, services, and goods.

The University of Tennessee Foundation, Inc. is a not‑for‑profit 501(c)(3) organization that serves as the preferred channel for private contributions benefiting students and faculty within the UT System. With a vision of being one of the top‑performing advancement organizations in higher education, UTFI is committed to enhancing the educational landscape across the University of Tennessee campuses.

The University of Tennessee Foundation, Inc. is an EEO/AA/Title VI/Title IX/Section 504/ADA/ADA/EDEA employer. All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, pregnancy, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, genetic information, veteran status, and parental status, or any other characteristic protected by federal or state law.

Mid‑Senior level

Full‑time

Information Technology