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American Heart Association

Sr. Systems Engineer

dallas, TX

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About this opportunity

American Heart Association lists this Sr. Systems Engineer opportunity in dallas, Texas. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.

Job description

Overview

Since our founding in 1924, we've cut cardiovascular disease deaths in half, but there is still so much more to do. To overcome today’s biggest health challenges and accelerate this progress, we need passionate individuals like you. Join our movement, be part of the progress, and help ensure a healthier future for all. You matter, and so does the impact you can make with us.

Position

The American Heart Association has an excellent opportunity for a Sr. Systems Engineer at our office located in Dallas, TX.

Job Summary

The Sr. Systems Engineer is a senior professional responsible for optimizing the IT infrastructure, including servers, storage systems, cloud operations, and identity management. Responsible for designing and implementing advanced server environments, enhancing storage solutions, and ensuring the highest levels of security and efficiency in the cloud operations. Drives system reliability, performance, and security while guiding technical teams and supporting the organization’s growth and technological evolution.

Responsibilities

Leads the design, planning, implementation, enhancement, and testing of both on‑premise distributed systems and cloud resources (including Azure, AWS, GCP, Oracle, etc.), ensuring robust and scalable solutions.

Conducts in‑depth technical assessments, research, and testing of emerging technologies to support strategic initiatives and innovation.

Develops and enforces advanced security measures, ensures rigorous compliance, and implements comprehensive data protection strategies across the infrastructure.

Troubleshoots and resolves complex technical issues, providing expert‑level support for identity and access management.

Utilizes advanced automation tools and methodologies to optimize cloud operations, streamline deployment processes, and enhance operational efficiency.

Implements sophisticated services and strategies to optimize cloud spending, proactively identifying and leveraging cost‑saving opportunities.

Designs and deploys advanced identity and access management solutions, such as Entra ID, Single Sign‑On, and multi‑factor authentication, to ensure secure and efficient access control across all systems.

Performs other duties as required or assigned, which are reasonably within the scope and responsibility of the job level and family.

Qualifications

Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent experience

5 years minimum prior relevant experience

Required Skills: Agile Development, Analytical Thinking, Application Development, Attention to Detail, Collaboration, Database Structures, Effective Communication, Initiative, IT Architecture, IT Environment, Network Architecture, Network Protocols, Network Security, Operating System, Problem Solving, Programming, Software Development Life Cycle, Software Engineering, Structured Query Language (SQL), System Testing, Time Management, Web Development

Compensation & Benefits

The American Heart Association invests in its people. Here are the main components of our total rewards package.

Compensation – Our goal is to ensure you have a competitive base salary. That’s why we regularly review the market value of jobs and make adjustments, as needed.

Performance and Recognition – You are rewarded for achieving success through annual salary planning and incentive programs; based on the type of position.

Benefits – We offer a wide array of benefits including medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance, along with a robust retirement program that includes an employer match and automatic contribution. We also offer an employee assistance program, employee wellness program, and telemedicine.

Professional Development – You can join one of our many Employee Resource Groups (ERG) or be a mentor/mentee in our professional mentoring program.

Work‑Life Harmonization – The Association offers Paid Time Off (PTO) at a minimum of 16 days per year for new employees. The number of days will increase based on seniority level. You will also have a total of 12 paid holidays off each year.

Tuition Assistance – We support the career development of all employees. This program provides financial assistance to employees who wish to further their education and career in relation to their current duties and responsibilities, or for potential future positions in the organization.

EEO Statement

In accordance with local and state laws where applicable, qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment. EOE/Protected Veterans/Persons with Disabilities.

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Worksite address

dallas, TX, 75215, US

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