Position Details
Systems Engineer Managed File Transfer Apply
Overview:
TekWissen is a global workforce management provider headquartered in Ann Arbor, Michigan that offers strategic talent solutions to our clients world-wide. Our client is an American multinational information technology services and consulting company and is a leading provider of information technology, consulting, and business process outsourcing services, dedicated helping the world's leading companies build stronger businesses.
Job Title: Systems Engineer, Managed File Transfer
Work Location: Irving, TX 75063
Job Type: Contract
Work Type: Hybrid
Duration: 3+ Months
Job Description/ Responsibilities
- Systems Engineer, Managed File Transfer
- We are currently looking for a Linux programmer with Managed File Transmission (MFT) automation experience to join our team.
- The Electronic Data Exchange group supports centralized Managed File Transmission support and automation for our customer's various business units.
- We support the MFT software, environment, and automation tools as well as partner with the business groups to develop and implement MFT solutions.
- The Electronic Data Exchange (EDE) group is looking for a seasoned programmer with experience in file transmission processes and protocols.
- Our team develops and supports transmission automation on a variety of platforms so we are looking for someone with strong experience in Linux. We are a growing area that must adapt well to change.
- This person will work with other senior level Programmer Analysts supporting Linux/UNIX and, Windows.
- This is a critical role for an experienced programmer analyst who has diplomacy, excellent customer service and communication skills, and can handle the pressure of frequent direct interaction with external customers.
- The team member must be able to meet with customers to gather the requirements of the transmission request.
- This often involves helping the customer understand what options are available to them.
- The team member is then involved in all aspects of the process design solutions, code, test, troubleshoot, document, provide on-call support.
Role Responsibilities:
- Set up SFTP accounts and parameters along with shell and Perl programing routines to automate file transmissions.
- Configure Connect:Direct and file agent scripts to facilitate automation scripts.
- Work with various network, firewall and system administrators to establish TCP/IP connectivity and troubleshoot FTP connectivity issues
- Assist and mentor others on the team and follow established methodology procedures
- Provides 24x7 support for the transmission processes in addition to oncall rotations
- Work scheduled weekend and night hours for supporting maintenance window installations and testing
- Take direction from project leads as well as performing the tasks of project lead
Soft Skills:
- Good communication and collaboration skills
- Can facilitate getting work done
- Can take initiative and be proactive in solving problems, identifying risks and raising issues to client
Requirements:
- 7+ years experience with Unix/Linux application support and programming (Bash shell/Korn shell, Perl)
- 7+ years experience with the following FTP protocols SFTP/SSH, FTPS/SSL, HTTP/s and PGP/GPG
- 5+ years experience working with TCPIP connectivity setups and troubleshooting, Managed File Transfer (MFT)
- Strong problem determination/analysis skills
- Ability to manage and complete multiple tasks/projects under inflexible time commitments
- Strong writing skills and strong interpersonal/team skills
Preferences:
- Previous experience with Sterling Commerce (now IBM) products: Connect:Direct, Sterling File Gateway, Cleo Harmony or other MFT applications (not required but ideal candidate will have this experience)
- C Programming
- Java
- Google Cloud Platform and GCS Bucket storage experience
- Cloud architecture experience
- Experience with Microsoft Power Point and Visio
- Experience with Microsoft Office family of products (Word, Excel, Office)
Top skills required for this role:
- Unix/Linux application support and programming (Bash shell/Korn shell, Perl)
- FTP protocols SFTP/SSH, FTPS/SSL, HTTP/s and PGP/GPG
- TCPIP connectivity setups and troubleshooting, Managed File Transfer (MFT)
- Sterling Commerce (now IBM) products: Connect:Direct, Sterling File Gateway, Cleo Harmony
- Project and People Management
TekWissen Group is an equal opportunity employer supporting workforce diversity.
