System Engineer

Overview

One of the top e-commerce powerhouse companies is looking for a Systems Engineer to join their North Reading, MA team!

Our client is seeking a Systems Engineer to join the infrastructure engineering team. This individual will play a critical role in designing, operating, and improving large-scale server environments with a strong focus on automation, efficiency, and operational excellence. The ideal candidate is deeply technical, highly analytical, and passionate about solving root-cause problems through simplification and automation. If you thrive in Linux-based environments and enjoy building scalable systems that operate reliably at scale, we would love to speak with you.

Contract Duration: 2-Month Contract with the opportunity for extension or conversion

• Design, deploy, and operate Linux/UNIX-based infrastructure in a datacenter environment
• Build automation solutions using Python, Perl, and shell scripting to improve operational efficiency
• Develop server monitoring and management systems that support automation and self-healing capabilities
• Troubleshoot complex infrastructure issues across servers, operating systems, and networks
• Identify failure patterns and implement long-term, scalable solutions
• Create processes that streamline operational workflows and enhance customer impact
• Develop and track metrics to measure performance, reliability, and efficiency improvements

• Design, develop, and maintain industrial controls systems for advanced robotics workcells, including PLC and HMI applications.
• Integrate and configure hardware components such as servo drives, barcode readers, safety systems, and remote sensors.
• Develop and deploy features that improve system throughput, availability, quality, and scalability across large deployment bases.
• Support automated conditioning, auto-recovery from system errors, and ongoing code refactoring initiatives.
• Commission and deploy robotics workcells, following best practices for installation, validation, and troubleshooting.
• Collaborate with engineers across the organization while maintaining the ability to work independently on assigned deliverables.
• Troubleshoot and resolve issues related to industrial networks, including Ether
  
  CAT, Ethernet/IP, Profibus, and Profinet.
• Own and maintain technical documentation for internal teams and partner commissioning and support teams.
• Develop and evaluate performance metrics to assess machine and system effectiveness.
• Contribute to continuous improvement efforts aligned with Amazon leadership principles, including Deliver Results and Learn and Be Curious.

• Medical Insurance - Four medical plans to choose from for you and your family
• Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Health and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
• Voluntary Life Insurance, Long-Term & Short-Term Disability Insurance
• Hospital Indemnity Insurance
• 401(k) including match with pre and post-tax options
• Legal and Identity Protection Plans
• 529 College Saver Plan

Motion Recruitment Partners (MRP) is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All applicants must be currently authorized to work on a full-time basis in the country for which they are applying, and no sponsorship is currently available. Employment is subject to the successful completion of a pre-employment screening. Accommodation will be provided in all parts of the hiring process as required under MRP’s Employment Accommodation policy.

Applicants need to make their needs known in advance.