Systems Administrator

Description
FOUR roles - intentionally not identical (one role needs to be second shift (approx. 10am-7pm, 11 AM - 8 PM):
2 baseline platform engineers (similar skill sets and scope)
1 engineer with stronger automation, debugging depth, or project leadership
1 specialized focus, potentially around liquid cooling or mechanical/system integration
Candidates may be stronger in different areas; the team values complementary skill sets rather than clones.
The team supports bring up, testing, validation, release, and lifecycle management of non production systems. Inherit newly built lab or data center environments after build out and ensure systems remain stable, operational, and test ready.
Platforms supported include:
o Enterprise (DGX, workstations, liquid cooled enterprise systems)
o Tegra (Robotics and Automotive)
o Compute (build/compile servers; largely remote capable)
Engineers are expected to:
o Work hands-on with hardware
o Debug issues across hardware, OS, firmware, networking, and automation
o Own systems end to end in failure prone, pre production environments
Core Responsibilities
Platform & System Ownership
Own the bring up, validation, and lifecycle management of pre production systems across:
o Enterprise platforms (DGX, workstations, liquid cooled enterprise systems)
o Tegra platforms (Robotics, Automotive)
o Compute systems used for software build and compilation
Hardware & Software Debugging
Perform advanced troubleshooting across:
o Hardware (boards, GPUs, CPUs, interconnects)
o Operating systems (Linux variants and other OS environments)
o Firmware / flashing / board enablement
o Networking & connectivity issues
Debug systems that are intentionally non production and failure prone, ensuring issues are caught internally rather than by customers
Automation & Process Improvement
Use scripting, tooling, and automation to:
o Validate platform health
o Accelerate bring up and testing workflows
o Reduce manual, repetitive tasks
Contribute to SOPs and standardized processes in partnership with Infra/SRE and Data Center Operations teams
Lab & Data Center Interaction (Targeted)
Perform hands on work on hardware, including:
o Installing, configuring, and validating systems
o Coordinating with DC Ops for heavy lifting, racking, stacking, and cabling
Follow strict handling procedures for pre production, high value hardware
Interface closely with internal partners (IPP, enterprise teams, validation, software)
Skills
GPU, Linux, liquid cooling, System administrator, Python
Top Skills Details
GPU,Linux,liquid cooling
Additional Skills & Qualifications
What This Role Is NOT
? Pure data center operations (rack/stack/cable all day)
? Remote role (on site presence is required)
? Narrow technician role with no system ownership
? Production IT operations
Experience Level
Intermediate Level
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract position based out of Santa Clara, CA.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $50.00 - $60.00/hr.
Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:
Medical, dental & vision
Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
401(k) Retirement Plan - Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
Short and long-term disability
Health Spending Account (HSA)
Transportation benefits
Employee Assistance Program
Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)
Workplace Type
This is a fully onsite position in Santa Clara,CA.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on May 11, 2026.
>About TEKsystems:
We're partners in transformation. We help clients activate ideas and solutions to take advantage of a new world of opportunity. We are a team of 80,000 strong, working with over 6,000 clients, including 80% of the Fortune 500, across North America, Europe and Asia. As an industry leader in Full-Stack Technology Services, Talent Services, and real-world application, we work with progressive leaders to drive change. That's the power of true partnership. TEKsystems is an Allegis Group company.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

About TEKsystems and TEKsystems Global Services

We're a leading provider of business and technology services. We accelerate business transformation for our customers. Our expertise in strategy, design, execution and operations unlocks business value through a range of solutions. We're a team of 80,000 strong, working with over 6,000 customers, including 80% of the Fortune 500 across North America, Europe and Asia, who partner with us for our scale, full-stack capabilities and speed. We're strategic thinkers, hands-on collaborators, helping customers capitalize on change and master the momentum of technology. We're building tomorrow by delivering business outcomes and making positive impacts in our global communities. TEKsystems and TEKsystems Global Services are Allegis Group companies. Learn more at TEKsystems.com.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.