Junior Systems Engineer/Support Analyst/Hybrid
Philadelphia, PA · HybridFull-time$60–65K/yrSeen 2 days agoSeen in employer's feed 2 days ago
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Job overview
A growing, technology-driven organization in Philadelphia is seeking a Junior Systems Engineer to support enterprise IT environments. The role works with Linux and Windows Server technologies and contributes to the reliability and performance of critical systems. It is a full-time hybrid opportunity offering hands-on experience, professional development, and mentorship from experienced IT professionals.
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Full job description
$60000 - $65000
Are you a Junior Systems Engineer looking to take the next step in your IT career? A growing, technology-driven organization in Philadelphia is looking for a motivated Junior Systems Engineer to join its infrastructure team. This hybrid opportunity will give you hands-on experience supporting enterprise IT environments, working with Linux and Windows Server technologies, and contributing to the reliability and performance of critical systems. This is a full-time position offering the opportunity to build your technical foundation while working alongside experienced IT professionals.
Required Skills & Experience
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1+ years of experience in IT support, systems administration, or infrastructure support.
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Foundational knowledge of Linux operating systems, preferably Red Hat Enterprise Linux (RHEL).
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Experience supporting Windows operating systems and Windows Server environments.
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Understanding of networking fundamentals, including TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP, and Active Directory.
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Experience troubleshooting hardware, software, and operating system issues.
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Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.
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Excellent communication skills and a willingness to collaborate with technical teams.
Desired Skills & Experience
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Experience with Red Hat Linux administration.
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Familiarity with Windows Server administration.
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Exposure to virtualization technologies such as VMware or Hyper-V.
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Basic scripting knowledge using Bash, PowerShell, or Python.
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Familiarity with monitoring, patching, and system performance tools.
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Exposure to cloud platforms such as AWS or Azure.
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Relevant certifications such as CompTIA Network+, Security+, Linux+, or Red Hat certifications.
What You Will Be Doing
Tech Breakdown
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50% Red Hat Linux
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35% Windows Server
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15% Networking, Infrastructure & Systems Tools
Daily Responsibilities
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50% Hands-On Technical Support & Troubleshooting
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30% Systems Maintenance & Infrastructure Projects
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20% Team Collaboration & Documentation
The Offer
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Competitive base salary.
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Bonus eligible.
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Hybrid work schedule in Philadelphia, PA.
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Opportunity for professional development and technical growth.
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Collaborative team environment with mentorship from experienced engineers.
You will receive the following benefits:
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Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance.
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Paid Vacation Time.
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Stock Options.
Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the US on a full-time basis now and in the future.
Motion Recruitment Partners (MRP) is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All applicants must be currently authorized to work on a full-time basis in the country for which they are applying, and no sponsorship is currently available. Employment is subject to the successful completion of a pre-employment screening. Accommodation will be provided in all parts of the hiring process as required under MRP’s Employment Accommodation policy. Applicants need to make their needs known in advance.
How this job compares
Set against the 11,656 open Systems Engineer jobs on Olive Jobs, counted November 7, 2026.
- Pay
- This posting$60–65K/yr
- Pennsylvania median$100–178K/yr152 salary ranges
- US median$116–190K/yr8,675 salary ranges
This range's midpoint, $63K, is 54% below the Pennsylvania median midpoint ($137K) — in the lowest quarter of Systems Engineer salary ranges in Pennsylvania.
- Openings
- Olive Jobs lists 217 open Systems Engineer jobs in Pennsylvania and 11,656 across the US. 5% of them nationwide are listed as remote or flexible.
- Hiring the most in Pennsylvania
- Lockheed Martin53 open
- Westinghouse Electric Company9 open
- Oracle8 open
- Experience
- This posting asks for at least 1 year of experience — less than three in four Systems Engineer postings that state a minimum ask for (median 5 years, across 9,735 postings).
- Education
- 4,448 of the 11,656 open Systems Engineer jobs (38%) ask for a bachelor's degree or higher.
Counted across the open, public US postings on Olive Jobs on November 7, 2026. Pay medians are the middle values of the low ends and of the high ends of postings that list both ends of a range in the same cadence (a yearly salary or an hourly rate); a range's midpoint is halfway between its ends. Pay and experience figures resting on fewer than 20 postings are left out.
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