{"schemaVersion":"jobsearcher.job.v1","id":"bbdc0fbbb6d77f49f511501d","url":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/bbdc0fbbb6d77f49f511501d","canonicalUrl":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/bbdc0fbbb6d77f49f511501d","title":"Expert Systems Engineer, AIX","description":"About the role and what you’ll be doing\nThe AIX Expert System Engineer is a senior technical authority responsible for the architecture, engineering, optimization, and strategic evolution of IBM AIX and Power Systems environments. This role serves as the highest level of technical expertise, owning complex platform decisions, large‑scale migrations, performance engineering, automation, and resiliency design for business‑critical workloads.\n\nResponsibilities\nPlatform Architecture & Engineering\n\nAct as technical owner and subject‑matter expert (SME) for IBM AIX and Power Systems platforms\n\nDesign, architect, and standardize enterprise‑scale AIX and pSeries environments\n\nDefine and maintain architecture standards, build patterns, and best practices\n\nProvide expert guidance for capacity planning, scalability, and platform modernization\n\nReview and approve complex designs related to compute, storage, virtualization, and networking\n\nIBM Power & Virtualization Expertise\n\nDeep expertise in PowerVM, VIOS, and advanced AIX virtualization\n\nArchitect and manage HMC environments (v9 & v10)\n\nArchitecture and management of Power8, Power9, and Power10 systems\n\nManage DLPAR, LPM, NPIV, virtual networking, virtual storage, SR‑IOV, vNIC adapters\n\nLead VIOS architecture, build, upgrade, and high‑availability design\n\nPerform pSeries hardware commissioning, refresh, and consolidation projects\n\nLifecycle Management & Migrations\n\nLead AIX OS lifecycle management, including upgrades, patching, and kernel tuning\n\nArchitect and execute AIX OS migrations (6.1 → 7.1 → 7.2 → 7.3)\n\nManage hardware refresh and data center migrations\n\nLead storage and SAN migrations\n\nOwn and optimize NIM (Network Installation Manager) design and usage\n\nDesign zero‑downtime or minimal‑impact migration strategies\n\nPerformance, Reliability & Resilience\n\nPerform advanced performance analysis, workload optimization, and tuning\n\nDesign high availability, fault tolerance, and resiliency models\n\nDefine and govern Disaster Recovery (DR) and Business Continuity (BC) strategies\n\nAnalyze platform risks and implement proactive mitigations\n\nDefine monitoring standards and performance KPIs\n\nIncident, RCA & Problem Management\n\nAct as final escalation authority for critical and recurring AIX incidents\n\nLead Major Incident Management (MIM) and complex RCA investigations\n\nPerform trend analysis, identify systemic issues, and drive long‑term fixes\n\nCoordinate with IBM and hardware/storage vendors for deep technical resolutions\n\nAutomation & Continuous Improvement\n\nDrive automation‑first strategy for AIX operations\n\nDevelop and review Shell, Perl, and Python automation frameworks\n\nIntegrate automation with Ansible or enterprise orchestration tools\n\nReduce manual effort, improve consistency, and enhance platform reliability\n\nGovernance, Documentation & Compliance\n\nEnsure adherence to ITIL, security, audit, and compliance requirements\n\nDefine technical governance and change standards for the AIX platform\n\nAuthor and maintain architecture documents, SOPs, runbooks, and KB articles\n\nSupport audits and ensure platform compliance with enterprise policies\n\nLeadership, Consulting & Mentoring\n\nProvide expert consultation to stakeholders, architects, and senior leadership\n\nMentor and technically guide L3 engineers and system architects\n\nSupport complex client engagements, audits, and transformation programs\n\nCommunicate complex technical concepts to non‑technical audiences\n\nRequired Skills & Experience\n\n12–15+ years of hands‑on experience in IBM AIX and Power Systems\n\nExpert‑level knowledge of AIX OS administration and kernel internals\n\nPowerVM, VIOS, and HMC expertise\n\npSeries architecture mastery\n\nStrong expertise in SAN storage, HA, DR, and enterprise networking\n\nProven experience leading large‑scale migrations and transformations\n\nAdvanced shell scripting and automation skills\n\nExcellent troubleshooting and analytical capabilities\n\nPreferred Qualifications\n\nIBM Certifications in AIX System Administration, Power Systems/pSeries Hardware, Performance Tuning, and Network Administration\n\nExperience in mission‑critical, regulated, or global enterprise environments\n\nExposure to hybrid cloud or IBM Power on Cloud architectures\n\nProfessional Attributes\n\nStrategic thinker with strong technical depth\n\nCalm and decisive during critical outages\n\nExcellent communication and documentation skills\n\nStrong ownership mindset with attention to detail\n\nCollaborative leader and trusted technical advisor\n\nComfortable working in rotational on‑call models when required\n\nBenefits\n\nUnlimited Paid Days Off\n\nThree health plan options\n\n401(k) with company match\n\nEligibility for dental, vision, short and long‑term disability, life and AD&D coverage, and flexible spending accounts\n\nFamily Forming Benefit including fertility coverage and adoption/surrogacy reimbursement\n\nPaid childbearing and paternal leave\n\nEducation Reimbursement, Student Loan Assistance or 529 College Funding\n\nSabbatical leave\n\nWellness program\n\nFlexible work 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All qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, or other legally protected basis, in accordance with applicable law.\n\nPay Transparency Statement\nPay transparency nondiscrimination statement/posting OFCCP’s pay transparency policy can be found on OFCCP’s website (https://www.dol.gov/sites/dolgov/files/OFCCP/pdf/pay-transp_%20English_formattedESQA508c.pdf).\n\nAccessibility\nIf you need accommodation at any point during the application or interview process, please contact your recruiter or email USTalentAcquisition@ensono.com.\n\nJR013758\n\n#J-18808-Ljbffr","company":"Ensono","rawCompany":"ensono","city":"Pierre","state":"SD","isRemote":false,"isActive":false,"createdAt":"2026-06-20T04:38:44.362Z","occupations":[{"code":"15-1299.08","title":"Computer Systems Engineers/Architects","slug":"computer-systems-engineers-architects"},{"code":"15-1211.00","title":"Computer Systems Analysts","slug":"computer-systems-analysts"},{"code":"15-1244.00","title":"Network and Computer Systems Administrators","slug":"network-and-computer-systems-administrators"}],"industries":[{"code":"541512","title":"Computer Systems Design Services","slug":"computer-systems-design-services"},{"code":"541519","title":"Other Computer Related Services","slug":"other-computer-related-services"},{"code":"518210","title":"Computing Infrastructure Providers, Data Processing, Web Hosting, and Related Services","slug":"computing-infrastructure-providers-data-processing-web-hosting-and-related-services"}],"jobPosting":{"@context":"https://schema.org","@type":"JobPosting","title":"Expert Systems Engineer, AIX","description":"About the role and what you’ll be doing\nThe AIX Expert System Engineer is a senior technical authority responsible for the architecture, engineering, optimization, and strategic evolution of IBM AIX and Power Systems environments. 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