Job Title : Senior Infrastructure Architect
Duration : 12 Months (possible extension)
Location : Taylor, TX, 76574 (Remote)
Position Overview
Client is seeking an experienced Senior Infrastructure Architect with extensive hands-on expertise in designing and architecting IT infrastructure for on-premise environments . The Architect will play a critical role in designing, prototyping, and delivering infrastructure solutions that align with Client's operating procedures, architectural principles, and security / compliance standards. This role involves collaboration across multiple technical teams, mentorship of junior staff, and oversight of infrastructure solutions throughout the full lifecycle.
Key Responsibilities
- Design and develop IT infrastructure components, including Compute and Storage .
- Lead system integration, capacity planning, and performance monitoring .
- Implement automation of infrastructure processes for development and operations.
- Build and test prototypes to validate architecture and solution patterns.
- Collaborate with Development, Operations, Compliance, Security, and other cross-functional teams.
- Ensure infrastructure solutions adhere to Client's technical frameworks and standards.
- Mentor and provide technical guidance to team members.
- Perform end-to-end testing for non-functional requirements (performance, scalability, reliability).
- Research, evaluate, and integrate emerging tools and technologies .
- Deliver technical recommendations and insights to leadership based on expertise.
- Oversee infrastructure projects from inception to decommissioning (design, implementation, operational turnover, patching / maintenance).
Required Qualifications
8+ years of IT infrastructure experience (in addition to degree requirements).Strong background in On-Premises / Private Cloud Infrastructure including converged and hyperconverged systems .Advanced expertise in VMWare virtualization components (NSX, vRealize).Senior-level experience with storage platforms (VxBlock, VxRail, NetApp, VSAN) and networking appliances (Cisco).Familiarity with Linux, Windows , and middleware (app servers, web servers, databases, etc.).Demonstrated experience delivering multiple end-to-end infrastructure solutions through the full lifecycle.Preferred Skills
Hands-on experience with Containers (Kubernetes, Docker).Knowledge of Public Cloud IaaS (Azure preferred).Proficiency in Infrastructure Automation & Orchestration (Ansible, Terraform).Basic knowledge of scripting and development .Prior involvement in Data Transformation projects, Infrastructure strategy roadmaps, or Data Center refreshes .Education
Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field (required).Equivalent work experience may be considered in lieu of a degree.