Junior Application Monitoring Engineer – San Jose, California

Job Description

About the Company

SkillGigs is a global IT and healthcare consulting firm that connects skilled professionals with leading organizations worldwide. This opportunity is with one of our U.S.-based technology partners, focused on ensuring application performance, system monitoring, and operational reliability.

Job Title:

Junior Application Monitoring Engineer

Location:

San Jose

Job Overview

We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Junior Application Monitoring Engineer to support the monitoring and performance of business-critical applications. In this role, you will track system health, identify issues, and assist in maintaining optimal application performance. This position is ideal for individuals interested in application support, monitoring tools, and system reliability.

Key Responsibilities
Monitor application performance and system health using monitoring tools
Identify and troubleshoot application issues and performance bottlenecks
Respond to alerts and support incident resolution
Collaborate with development and IT teams to resolve issues
Maintain monitoring dashboards and reporting systems
Document incidents, resolutions, and system performance metrics
Support deployment monitoring and post-release validation
Assist in improving monitoring processes and automation
Ensure adherence to operational and security standards
Track application availability and uptime metrics
Required Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field
0–2 years of experience in application support, monitoring, or IT operations
Basic knowledge of monitoring tools (e.g., Splunk, Datadog, New Relic)
Familiarity with operating systems (Linux/Unix, Windows)
Understanding of application architecture and performance concepts
Knowledge of scripting (e.g., Python, Bash) is a plus
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
Good communication and teamwork abilities
Preferred Qualifications
Exposure to cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, or GCP)
Familiarity with logging and observability tools
Understanding of CI/CD pipelines and DevOps practices
Knowledge of incident management processes
Strong attention to detail and troubleshooting skills
Why Join Us?
Opportunity to work with a leading U.S.-based technology organization
Hands-on experience in application monitoring and performance management
Supportive and collaborative work environment
Competitive salary and benefits package
Career growth opportunities in DevOps and site reliability engineering
How to Apply

We recommend submitting an ATS-friendly resume highlighting your experience in application monitoring, system performance, and IT operations. Including projects and measurable achievements will strengthen your application.