ANSYS Looking for Senior Systems Engineer – Citrix Remote at Kirkland, Washington Full Time

When visionary companies need to know how their world-changing ideas will perform, they close the gap between design and reality with Ansys simulation. For more than 50 years, Ansys software has enabled innovators across industries to push boundaries by using the predictive power of simulation. From sustainable transportation to advanced semiconductors, from satellite systems to life-saving medical devices, the next great leaps in human advancement will be powered by Ansys.

Take a leap of certainty with Ansys.

Summary / Role Purpose

The Senior Systems Engineer enhances and improves business infrastructure systems and processes in support of Ansys business. The role is responsible for the validation of business requirements and design approaches, advanced system improvements on IT systems and environments and provides expertise to IT and the business units in a limited subject matter field. This role will work independently with moderate supervision and participate as a technology resource in larger projects.

Key Duties and Responsibilities

• Conduct new and existing equipment, hardware, and software upgrades projects
• Provide technical vision about virtualization technologies and describe customized solutions to address complex environments
• Communicate and drive infrastructure improvement ideas within a project-based framework
• Develop processes, optimization methods and risk management strategies
• Perform advanced customization and improvements of core infrastructure and client systems
• Perform root-cause analysis: analyzes network, hardware and software issues with infrastructure and client systems
• Test and promote enhancements to existing infrastructure systems
• Collaborate with other IT functions on complex business requirements, including design and integration points
• Participate in on-call 24X7 support as needed in the event of system outage or failure
• Provide documentation on installation and configuration procedures

Minimum Education/Certification Requirements and Experience

• Associate Degree
• Minimum of five (5) years of experience in one or more core IT technologies, such as Unix, Windows, Networking, Virtualization, Cloud, or Security
• Detailed understanding of operating system concepts
• Detailed understanding of distributed computing environment concepts
• Ability to identify and remedy hardware and software failures
• Ability to conceptualize and implement process and design improvements
• Experience with cloud technologies on Azure and AWS
• Experience with Horizon View (VDI) and Citrix Xenapp
• Experience with Dell hardware and EMC storage

Preferred Qualifications and Skills

• Knowledge of storage technologies with experience in EMC/Dell and Pure portfolio
• Knowledge of Virtualization technologies with experience in Vmware, Citrix, VDI and others
• Supporting and preserving the Virtual Desktop setup of the institution, which includes Xen Desktop, XenApp, and others.
• Improving and adjusting the Virtual Desktop system
• Taking full control and accountability for applying, implementing, maintaining, and examining the documentation of the Virtual environment
• Ability to understand and manage performance metrics and the ability to troubleshoot and rectify issues that occur within the Citrix environment Must possess the knowledge to install, integrate and troubleshoot applications delivered via the Citrix environment deployment technologies.
• Should have knowledge of both native Citrix Tools and consoles to manage and troubleshoot the Citrix environment.
• Understanding and experience deploying/managing PVS servers and target devices
• Must have a clear understanding of Windows Active Directory and a Multi-Farm Citrix Environment
• In-depth knowledge of NetScaler and other remote connectivity solutions
• Experience with scripting/automation using PowerShell
• Core competencies for this position also include effective time management, problem solving and time management, customer focus, a drive for results, the ability to communicate effectively, teamwork and organization skills
• Working knowledge of routing protocols, network topologies, data flow, and impact of Citrix traffic throughout a LAN/WAN
• Ability to travel internationally as needed
• Heavy lifting is necessary as infrastructure components can weigh up to 50lbs
• Knowledge of networking fundamentals, including DNS, TCP/IP, Routing protocols.
• In-depth knowledge of Virtualization-Storage interface methodologies
• Public Cloud Infrastructure as a Service such as Microsoft Azure or AWS
• Knowledge of PowerShell and PowerCLI scripting.

At Ansys, we know that changing the world takes vision, skill, and each other. We fuel new ideas, build relationships, and help each other realize our greatest potential in the knowledge that every day is an opportunity to observe, teach, inspire, and be inspired. Together as One Ansys, we are powering innovation that drives human advancement.

Our Commitments:

• Amaze with innovative products and solutions
• Make our customers incredibly successful
• Act with integrity
• Ensure employees thrive and shareholders prosper

Our Values:

• Adaptability: Be open, welcome what’s next
• Courage: Be courageous, move forward passionately
• Generosity: Be generous, share, listen, serve
• Authenticity: Be you, make us stronger

Our Actions:

• We commit to audacious goals
• We work seamlessly as a team
• We demonstrate mastery
• We deliver outstanding results

OUR ONE ANSYS CULTURE HAS INCLUSION AT ITS CORE
We believe diverse thinking leads to better outcomes. We are committed to creating and nurturing a workplace that fuels this by welcoming people, no matter their background, identity, or experience, to a workplace where they are valued and where diversity, inclusion, equity, and belonging thrive.

TAKE A LEAP OF CERTAINTY IN YOUR CAREER AT ANSYS

At Ansys, you will find yourself among the sharpest minds and most visionary leaders across the globe. Collectively we strive to change the world with innovative technology and transformational solutions. With a prestigious reputation in working with well-known, world-class companies, standards at Ansys are high – met by those willing to rise to the occasion and meet those challenges head on. Our team is passionate about pushing the limits of world-class simulation technology, empowering our customers to turn their design concepts into successful, innovative products faster and at a lower cost.

At Ansys, it’s about the learning, the discovery, and the collaboration. It’s about the “what’s next” as much as the “mission accomplished.” And it’s about the melding of disciplined intellect with strategic direction and results that have, can, and do impact real people in real ways. All this is forged within a working environment built on respect, autonomy, and ethics.

CREATING A PLACE WE’RE PROUD TO BE
Ansys is an S&P 500 company and a member of the NASDAQ-100. We are proud to have been recognized for the following more recent awards, although our list goes on: America’s Most Loved Workplaces, Gold Stevie Award Winner, America’s Most Responsible Companies, Fast Company World Changing Ideas, Great Place to Work Certified (China, Greece, France, India, Japan, Korea, Spain, Sweden, Taiwan, U.K.).

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Ansys is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other protected characteristics.

Ansys does not accept unsolicited referrals for vacancies, and any unsolicited referral will become the property of Ansys. Upon hire, no fee will be owed to the agency, person, or entity.