We are looking for a Windows System Administrator to Design, develop, modify, Manage, adapt and implement short and long term solutions to information technology (IT) needs through new and existing applications, systems architecture and applications infrastructure for Applied Materials IT infrastructure using but not limited to Embedded HW Setup, windows servers/client OS, RHAT, clustering, Diskless clients, DHCP, PXE, VBscripts,ASP.Net, Batch Scripts, Shell, Perl, IPMI SoL, x86 Hardware, virtualized environments, Ensuring security, integrity and high-availability of enterprise systems and related components is essential. This includes ensuring the availability of client/server applications, configuring and installing updates, and developing processes and procedures for ongoing monitoring and management of mission critical services. Must be able to take ownership and independently manage the small to medium windows environment as well as analyze functional requirements and recommends technical solutions to stakeholders. Must have excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
Key Responsibilities
Develop and maintain Automation scripts using VBScripts, ASP.NET, Batch scripts, and support custom scripts for reporting,
Install, configure and maintain SQL server
Design, configure, install and maintain all hardware including, but not limited to clustered, standalone servers, blade servers, running VMware, and storage solutions including, RAID, and SAN technology
Install, configure and maintain monitoring software.
Install and maintain patches and antivirus software as required to meet customer standards
Develop and maintain documentation in support of the Labs computing equipment
Maintain security compliance on all windows, Linux and HP-UX servers to customers standards
Implement and troubleshoot VMware issues
Manage server and storage Hardware's in Data Center
Provide 24/7 on call support as required to support critical system downs
Drive support level escalations
Analyze, determine, and document technical requirements.
Support and contribute in developing and maintaining enterprise strategic plan, to mitigate risks, address organizational deficiencies, and facilitate new requirements, technologies and growth
Perform pro-active support functions and reporting to maintain the integrity of the enterprise equipment and infrastructure.
Work with ticket queue to support operational issues.
Participate in the root-cause-analyses as needed
Works cross-collaboratively with the team, operations and other key stakeholders.
Monitor all Windows and Linux servers for performance issues and stability concerns.
Required skills:
Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or equivalent experience (3 - 5 Years)
Semiconductor tools IT infrastructure experience ( 3- 5 years)
Windows Desktop and Servers experience
Networking protocols, including HTTPS, TCP/IP, UDP, SSL, SSH, SMTP
Proficiency in scripting and automation - bash, perl, python, etc
Experience in clustering solutions
Experience with physical and virtual server environments, such as x86 and VMware
Experience with PXE and Diskless clients
Experience with storage solutions including, RAID, and SAN technology.
Networking experience with Cisco or comparable devices, Enterprise Load Balancers, IPTABLES, Next Generation Enterprise Firewalls
Qualifications
Education:
Bachelor's Degree
Skills:
Certifications:
Languages:
Years of Experience:
4 - 7 Years
Work Experience:
Additional Information
Time Type:
Full time
Employee Type:
Assignee / Regular
Travel:
Yes, 10% of the Time
Relocation Eligible:
No
U.S. Salary Range:
$96,000.00 - $132,000.00
The salary offered to a selected candidate will be based on multiple factors including location, hire grade, job-related knowledge, skills, experience, and with consideration of internal equity of our current team members. In addition to a comprehensive benefits package, candidates may be eligible for other forms of compensation such as participation in a bonus and a stock award program, as applicable.
For all sales roles, the posted salary range is the Target Total Cash (TTC) range for the role, which is the sum of base salary and target bonus amount at 100% goal achievement.
Applied Materials is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to diversity in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, citizenship, ancestry, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, veteran or military status, or any other basis prohibited by law.
