The Seattle Public Library · 11 hours ago
Senior Systems Analyst III (Systems Engineer) - Library
Seattle, WA
Full-time
Hybrid
Senior Level
$63.42/hr - $77.07/hr
5+ years expThe Seattle Public Library is a dynamic urban library system that serves as a center of information and knowledge in Seattle. They are seeking a Senior Systems Engineer to act as a key technical resource for the Integrated Library System replacement project, focusing on system configuration, troubleshooting, and integration development to ensure seamless application performance and security.
Education
Responsibilities
Configure and maintain enterprise application environments, including server-side components and application settings
Manage operating systems and database environments that support critical business applications
Design, develop, and maintain integrations using modern APIs, legacy protocols, and secure authentication methods
Implement and troubleshoot interoperability between enterprise systems and external services
Develop and maintain scripts for data migration, cleanup, and automation tasks
Optimize automation processes for performance and reliability across multiple environments
Perform data migration, transformation, and reporting within enterprise database platforms
Support secure and efficient data access for reporting and analytics tools
Implement and maintain encryption, secure key management, and compliance with industry standards
Ensure adherence to organizational cybersecurity and data protection policies
Develop and execute test plans for system configurations, integrations, and automation processes
Document technical processes and maintain version control for all changes
Develop and execute data quality monitoring and remediation processes
Maintain service levels that meet or exceed SLAs
Support and resolve incidents impacting service levels
Complete planned/proactive maintenance and upgrades
Serve as technical lead with vendor(s)
Partner with vendors and internal teams to resolve technical issues and implement enhancements
Provide technical guidance to project teams and staff during implementation and ongoing support
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field (or equivalent experience)
5+ years in systems engineering or similar technical role
Strong understanding of commercial off-the-shelf enterprise ecosystems, legacy protocols, and integration patterns
Proficiency in at least one coding/scripting language
Ability to manage migrations and maintain secure, reliable environments
Advanced troubleshooting and problem-solving skills
Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment
Strong communication skills for technical and non-technical audiences
Preferred
Experience with SIP2 integrations and modern ILS platforms (e.g. Polaris, Symphony Web, Evergreen)
Experience with leveraging C# to integration or automate functions within one or more platforms
Knowledge of EZProxy, AMH Sorter, and web services architecture
Familiarity with authentication systems and API-based integrations
Certifications such as ITIL, Microsoft Certified: Azure Administrator, Database Administrator, Developer, or similar are a plus
Benefits
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Long-term disability insurance for employees and their dependents
Company
The Seattle Public Library
We bring people, information and ideas together to enrich lives and and build community. Visit us at spl.org.
501-1000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Kiersten Nelson
Government Relations & Community Partnerships Manager
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2024-05-31
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