12-Month Contract | North America Based – EST
One of our longstanding clients, a leading global technology consultancy recognized for delivering enterprise-scale digital transformation and engineering solutions, are looking for a Senior or Lead Systems Engineer to join their team on a 12-month contract, supporting a large enterprise client.
This is a hands-on role for someone who specializes in Managed File Transfer (MFT) systems, with production-level experience configuring and maintaining CLEO Harmony and Sterling File Gateway platforms. You’ll play a key role in designing, optimizing, and supporting secure, high-performance file transmission solutions that enable seamless, reliable data exchange across complex enterprise environments.
What You’ll Be Doing
Design and implement enterprise-grade MFT solutions using CLEO Harmony and Sterling File Gateway.
Develop automation routines using shell scripting and Perl to streamline workflows and reduce manual processes.
Configure and optimize Connect:Direct and file agent scripts for high-volume data transfers.
Troubleshoot complex connectivity issues and ensure seamless integration across systems.
Translate business needs into technical specifications for secure file transmission.
Provide advanced production support for MFT systems, including on-call and scheduled maintenance participation.
What You’ll Bring
7+ years of Unix/Linux application support with strong skills in Bash/Korn Shell and Perl programming.
5+ years of experience troubleshooting TCP/IP and optimizing MFT workflows in complex networked environments.
Hands-on production experience configuring and maintaining CLEO Harmony and Sterling File Gateway platforms (must-have).
Proven expertise with IBM Sterling Connect:Direct and enterprise file transfer protocols (SFTP/SSH, FTPS/SSL, HTTPS, PGP/GPG).
Strong problem-solving skills and ability to manage multiple priorities under tight deadlines.
Excellent communication and collaboration skills across technical and business teams.
Experience with Google Cloud Platform (GCP) or other cloud storage solutions (nice to have).
The Details
Contract Length: 12 months (with potential for extension)
Location: 100% Remote (North America, EST hours preferred)
Work Authorization: Open to North American candidates; no visa sponsorship.
Start Date: ASAP
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