AHEAD

Tech / AI / Software

AssociateSystemsEngineer

$80–88k libertyville, illinois, united states FULL TIME Remote Friendly
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The Brief

“Associate Systems Engineer at AHEAD. Skills: technical training, certifications, shadowing, technical and consulting expert. start out in a 3-month training program within our Foundry Engineering team. work on client and internal projects based on skillset, personal interest, and business needs”

What You'll Achieve.

drive the culture at AHEAD; accelerating your growth and career trajectory at AHEAD; develop key skills that will support your development as a technical and consulting expert

Industry & Context.

Tech / AI / Software
Problems you'll solve

solutions–oriented; enjoy solving complex problems; critical thinking; Exercise sound reasoning, ingenuity, and inclusive perspectives to analyze issues, solve problems and make recommendations; Proven technical acuity and problem-solving abilities

Eligibility Requirements

Willingness to travel to support client projects and shadowing opportunities up to 25% of the time, Occasional evening and weekend work may be required as job duties demand, Physical demands (the physical demands of the job, including bending, sitting, lifting, and driving), employee is regularly required to talk or listen, employee frequently is required to walk; use hands to finger, handle or and reach with hands and arms

What They're Looking For.

Must Have

0-2 years of experience creating and working with technical quotes and proposals, 2+ years of experience with Linux and Windows Operating Systems, 0-2 years of experience building and integrating computer components into systems, Graduated with a degree in technical discipline by 6/08/26, Excellent communication and listening skills, Proven technical acuity and problem-solving abilities, Basic understanding of computer architecture, and server hardware components, Existing U. S. work authorization is required

Nice to Have

CCENT, CCNA, Network+, Server+, Security+, VCTA, CCA-V, Prior intern, co-op, or research experience in IT, software, or relevant field is a plus, Successful completion in a technical–related bootcamp

What You'll Do.

start out in a 3-month training program within our Foundry Engineering team

work on client and internal projects based on skillset

How You'll Work.

Team & Collaboration

Ability to communicate effectively across teams, and build positive relationships; Demonstrate ability to work on teams, collaborate on projects, and contribute to the overall successful delivery of projects

Communication Scope

communicate effectively across teams; build positive relationships; Excellent communication and listening skills

Process & Methodology

manage competing priorities, deliver to deadlines

Full Job Description

## Description AHEAD builds platforms for digital business. By weaving together advances in cloud infrastructure, automation and analytics, and software delivery, we help enterprises deliver on the promise of digital transformation.   At AHEAD, we prioritize creating a culture of belonging, where all perspectives and voices are represented, valued, respected, and heard. We create spaces to empower everyone to speak up, make change, and drive the culture at AHEAD.    We are an equal opportunity employer, and do not discriminate based on an individual's race, national origin, color, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, religion, age, disability, marital status, or any other protected characteristic under applicable law, whether actual or perceived.    We embrace all candidates that will contribute to the diversification and enrichment of ideas and perspectives at AHEAD.  LAUNCH – Join AHEAD's Associate Development Program    Our Mission: to attract and develop a diverse community of THE top IT consulting talent in the country and build AHEAD’s next generation of leaders.    LAUNCH serves as the foundation to develop our talent into high potential leaders at AHEAD. By exposing you to a variety of career paths and building your acumen across different practices in the business, we’re accelerating your growth and career trajectory at AHEAD.      Our development program is built on a foundation of technical training, completion of certifications, and shadowing, all supported by an ecosystem of AHEADians that will be part of your Launch journey, every step of the way! You’ll grow and develop key skills that will support your development as a technical and consulting expert. If you’re ready to begin an exciting career in IT Consulting, LAUNCH is where you should be!    Associate Integration Engineer (Internally known as an Associate Technical Consultant)    As an Associate Engineer in LAUNCH, you will start out in a 3-month training program within

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