Computer Systems Engineer

Posting Title
Computer System Engineer - Office of the Vice President for Research (OVPR)

Department Overview
The Office of the Vice President for Research (OVPR) supports and advances the University of Virginia’s research mission by providing essential infrastructure, services, and guidance to faculty, staff, and research teams. This position will play a key role in supporting OVPR’s technical infrastructure and collaborating with Information Technology Services (ITS) to ensure secure, reliable, and innovative solutions that meet the needs of the research enterprise.

Position Summary
The Computer System Engineer will administer all aspects of a distributed computer system supporting OVPR’s operations. The successful candidate will be responsible for managing OVPR’s servers, maintaining their security and functionality, coordinating with ITS on system integration, and supporting cloud-based services. This includes planning and coordinating system utilization, upgrades, and security; performing growth analyses and capacity planning; and supporting OVPR’s MSSQL server environment, including its data warehouse and reporting services. This role requires independent decision-making on non-routine tasks, serving as a technical resource, and providing guidance to others on complex problems and processes.

This is a 18 month limited term position based on funding.

Responsibilities

• Administer OVPR’s servers, ensuring security, functionality, and optimal performance.
  
• Support and manage OVPR’s MSSQL server environment, including data warehouse and reporting services (SSRS).
  
• Plan and coordinate system utilization, upgrades, capacity planning, and security measures.
  
• Provide solutions for system administration and client/server or application performance issues.
  
• Coordinate integration with cloud services, including ETLs, SSO, and vendor/ITS-supported connectivity.
  
• Perform application installation, maintenance, user training, and support as required.
  
• Document OVPR infrastructure, systems, and processes for long-term maintainability.
  
• Serve as OVPR’s Local Support Partner (LSP): manage patching, laptop imaging, and software implementation (e.g., Intune).
  
• Administer key applications including Zoom.gov, DocuSign, COI, PAC, Visual SVN, IIS, Scribe, Redwood, and others.
  
• Manage user accounts, onboarding/offboarding processes, and certificate management for OVPR systems.
  
• Lead or coordinate projects to meet current and future technical needs.
  
• Collaborate with ITS, vendors, and internal teams to ensure aligned and effective solutions.
  
• Train and mentor colleagues on non-routine problems, work processes, and policies.
  

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, MIS, Computer Engineering, or a related field.
  
• At least three years of relevant experience. (Relevant experience may substitute for a degree.)
  

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with MSSQL server administration, including data warehousing and SSRS.
  
• Familiarity with cloud-based integration, ETLs, and SSO.
  
• Proficiency with systems such as Intune, Visual SVN, IIS, or similar platforms.
  
• Strong documentation, troubleshooting, and problem-solving skills.
  
• Experience supporting a research or higher education environment.
  

Physical Demands
This position primarily involves work at a desk using standard office equipment. The role may occasionally require movement of equipment up to 25 pounds and working outside normal business hours to address critical issues or perform upgrades.

Salary Range
Commensurate with experience.

Position Type & Work Location
Full-time, Exempt. Charlottesville, VA, with potential for hybrid work arrangements.

About UVA and the Community
The University of Virginia is a world-class public institution dedicated to excellence in teaching, research, public service, and health care. Located in Charlottesville, Virginia, UVA combines a rich historical legacy with a vibrant, forward-looking community. To learn more about UVA and the surrounding area, visit https://www.virginia.edu/life/charlottesville .

Application Timeline
This position will remain open until filled. Review of app

How to Apply

Please apply online through Online and search for R0083610. Complete the application and upload the following required materials:

Internal applicants may search and apply for jobs on the UVA Internal Careers website .

• Cover letter
  
• Resume
  

Upload all materials into the resume submission field, multiple documents can be submitted into this one field. Alternatively, merge all documents into one PDF for submission. Applications that do not contain all required documents will not receive full consideration.

The University of Virginia is an equal opportunity employer. All interested persons are encouraged to apply, including veterans and individuals with disabilities. Learn more about UVA’s commitment to non-discrimination and equal opportunity employment .