Creative Systems Developer [211311]

Aquent is proud to partner with a world-renowned company at the forefront of digital innovation, where your expertise will directly shape the very infrastructure that powers groundbreaking creative production. In this pivotal role, you will be instrumental in bringing exceptional digital experiences to millions globally, from concept to delivery, directly impacting how content is brought to life for a global audience.

About the Company

Join a world-renowned organization dedicated to creating exceptional digital experiences that reach millions globally. This company sets industry standards for creative content and technological advancement, constantly pushing boundaries to bring groundbreaking ideas to life.

About the Role

Step into an unparalleled opportunity to build the services and automation that keep designers productive and systems reliable. You will operate at the dynamic intersection of systems engineering and creative infrastructure, designing, building, and maintaining the internal tools, APIs, and infrastructure that empower a global network of designers. Your work will ensure their creative vision comes to life seamlessly across various digital experiences, directly influencing the efficiency and creativity of teams worldwide and making a tangible impact on cutting-edge digital products.

What You’ll Do

• Maintain and monitor physical and cloud-based high-performance storage systems around the world, ensuring strict redundancy and backups of data, core systems, and services.
• Build and maintain automation tooling in Python and shell scripting to streamline infrastructure operations and creative workflows.
• Deploy, manage, and scale internal services on top of managed container orchestration clusters.
• Maintain software license servers, assist with end-user software installation/configuration, and write comprehensive documentation for APIs, tools, and operational procedures.
• Drive systems engineering projects to completion by working closely with technical business partners and participating in architectural roadmap discussions.

What You’ll Bring

• 3+ years of experience in systems engineering, DevOps, or systems administration—ideally with exposure to media, design, or creative production environments.
• Experience with high-performance network-attached storage solutions and robust data backup strategies.
• Experience utilizing AI-assisted development tools to accelerate engineering tasks, develop automation, and optimize internal workflows.
• Strong proficiency in Python for building APIs, automation scripts, and tooling, alongside solid Linux shell scripting and production server administration.
• Hands-on experience deploying and managing applications on container orchestration platforms (Kubernetes) and cloud infrastructure (e.g., major cloud providers).
• Solid understanding of networking fundamentals (TCP/IP) and troubleshooting system performance across application, system, and network layers.
• Experience with Git version control, CI/CD workflows, Terraform, and configuration management tools.
• Exceptional communication skills with the ability to act as a technical “translator”—gracefully moving between troubleshooting with non-technical designers and collaborating with deeply technical network engineers.
• BS in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field—or equivalent practical experience.

Bonus Skills That Will Set You Apart

• Understanding of creative production workflows, pipelines (VFX, motion graphics), and industry-standard creative tools.
• Familiarity with virtualization environments and database systems (SQL/Postgres).
• Experience with system monitoring and observability platforms.
• A strong design sensibility with an appreciation for layout, visual consistency, and accessibility best practices when building internal tools and interfaces.

About Aquent Talent

Aquent Talent connects the best talent in marketing, creative, and design with the world’s biggest brands.

Our eligible talent get access to amazing benefits like subsidized health, vision, and dental plans, paid sick leave, and retirement plans with a match. We also offer free online training through Aquent Gymnasium. More information on our awesome benefits!

Aquent is an equal-opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics. We’re about creating an inclusive environment-one where different backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives are valued, and everyone can contribute, grow their careers, and thrive.

#LI-CA1

Client Description

Our client is a global leader in consumer technology, renowned for redefining the intersection of hardware, software, and services. Known for their uncompromising commitment to world-class design and user experience, they create products that have become essential to daily life. You will be joining a team that values craftsmanship and simplicity, working on high-impact projects that reach hundreds of millions of people worldwide.

#LI-Hybrid