Tangent International are urgently looking for System Engineer to work a 6 month rolling contract based in Belgium (Mechelen)
Job Summary:
* We are seeking a proactive and detail-oriented System Engineer with 2–3 years of experience in Shell Scripting and Python development.
* The candidate will be involved in system automation tasks, environment setup, and maintenance of applications. Exposure to TOSCA Test Automation Suite will be considered a significant advantage.
* You will work closely with senior engineers and Product Owners to support automation initiatives, enhance operational efficiency, and ensure system stability.
Key Responsibilities:
Scripting and Automation:
* Develop and maintain automation scripts using Shell Scripts for system tasks and process automation.
* Manage and automate routine system administration activities.
* Design and develop Python scripts/tools for data parsing, log analysis, and workflow automation.
* Optimize existing Python scripts for better performance and maintainability.
System Support and Maintenance:
* Assist in setup, configuration, and maintenance of Linux/Unix-based environments.
* Monitor system health, logs, and resolve basic infrastructure issues in collaboration with senior team members.
* Work closely with cross-functional teams (QA, DevOps, Development) to support automation workflows/pipelines.
TOSCA Test Automation Support (Optional/Preferred):
* Support TOSCA administrators in basic tasks like application scanning, test case preparation, and execution setup.
* Provide first-level support for TOSCA-related issues and environment preparation.
Required Skills:
* 2 – 3 years of experience in Shell Scripting (Bash/Korn/C Shell).
* Strong hands-on experience in Python scripting and automation.
* Good understanding of Linux/Unix systems and command-line utilities.
* Basic knowledge of version control systems like Git.
* Analytical mindset with problem-solving capabilities.
Good to Have (Preferred Skills):
* Exposure to TOSCA Test Automation Suite – basic scanning, execution, or server components.
* Knowledge of DevOps practices and CI/CD pipelines.
* Understanding of REST APIs and JSON data handling.
* Familiarity with tools like Jenkins, JIRA, Confluence.
Education:
* Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related discipline.