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Title
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Description
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We are looking for an experienced Infrastructure Architect to join our dynamic team. The ideal candidate will have a deep understanding of IT infrastructure, including servers, storage, networking, and cloud technologies. You will be responsible for designing and implementing robust, scalable, and secure infrastructure solutions that meet the needs of our organization. This role requires a strategic thinker who can align IT infrastructure with business goals, ensuring optimal performance, reliability, and security. You will work closely with various stakeholders, including IT teams, business units, and external vendors, to ensure that infrastructure solutions are aligned with organizational objectives. The Infrastructure Architect will also be responsible for staying up-to-date with the latest industry trends and technologies, and for providing guidance and mentorship to junior team members. Key responsibilities include assessing current infrastructure, identifying areas for improvement, and developing comprehensive plans to address these needs. You will also be involved in the implementation and management of infrastructure projects, ensuring that they are completed on time and within budget. Additionally, you will be responsible for developing and maintaining documentation, including architecture diagrams, technical specifications, and operational procedures. The ideal candidate will have excellent problem-solving skills, strong communication abilities, and a proven track record of successfully delivering complex infrastructure projects. If you are passionate about technology and have a desire to drive innovation within an organization, we encourage you to apply.
Responsibilities
Text copied to clipboard!- Design and implement IT infrastructure solutions.
- Assess current infrastructure and identify areas for improvement.
- Develop comprehensive plans to address infrastructure needs.
- Work closely with IT teams, business units, and external vendors.
- Ensure infrastructure solutions align with business goals.
- Stay up-to-date with industry trends and technologies.
- Provide guidance and mentorship to junior team members.
- Develop and maintain documentation, including architecture diagrams and technical specifications.
- Manage infrastructure projects, ensuring timely and within-budget completion.
- Ensure optimal performance, reliability, and security of infrastructure.
- Conduct risk assessments and develop mitigation strategies.
- Collaborate with security teams to ensure compliance with security policies.
- Monitor infrastructure performance and implement improvements as needed.
- Develop disaster recovery and business continuity plans.
- Participate in capacity planning and performance tuning.
- Evaluate and recommend new technologies and tools.
- Ensure compliance with industry standards and regulations.
- Provide technical support and troubleshooting for infrastructure issues.
- Develop and implement automation strategies to improve efficiency.
- Coordinate with vendors for hardware and software procurement.
Requirements
Text copied to clipboard!- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field.
- 10+ years of experience in IT infrastructure design and implementation.
- Strong understanding of servers, storage, networking, and cloud technologies.
- Proven track record of successfully delivering complex infrastructure projects.
- Excellent problem-solving skills and strategic thinking.
- Strong communication and interpersonal abilities.
- Experience with infrastructure automation and orchestration tools.
- Knowledge of industry standards and best practices.
- Experience with disaster recovery and business continuity planning.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Strong project management skills.
- Experience with virtualization technologies (e.g., VMware, Hyper-V).
- Knowledge of security best practices and compliance requirements.
- Experience with monitoring and performance tuning tools.
- Ability to develop and maintain technical documentation.
- Experience with cloud platforms (e.g., AWS, Azure, Google Cloud).
- Familiarity with scripting languages (e.g., PowerShell, Python).
- Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities simultaneously.
- Strong analytical and decision-making skills.
- Certifications such as AWS Certified Solutions Architect, Microsoft Certified: Azure Solutions Architect, or similar are a plus.
Potential interview questions
Text copied to clipboard!- Can you describe your experience with designing and implementing IT infrastructure solutions?
- How do you ensure that infrastructure solutions align with business goals?
- Can you provide an example of a complex infrastructure project you successfully delivered?
- How do you stay up-to-date with the latest industry trends and technologies?
- What strategies do you use for risk assessment and mitigation in infrastructure projects?
- How do you approach disaster recovery and business continuity planning?
- Can you describe your experience with infrastructure automation and orchestration tools?
- How do you ensure compliance with security policies and industry standards?
- What is your experience with cloud platforms such as AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud?
- How do you handle performance tuning and capacity planning for IT infrastructure?
- Can you describe a time when you had to troubleshoot a complex infrastructure issue?
- How do you manage multiple projects and priorities simultaneously?
- What is your approach to developing and maintaining technical documentation?
- How do you collaborate with various stakeholders, including IT teams and business units?
- Can you describe your experience with virtualization technologies like VMware or Hyper-V?
- What certifications do you hold that are relevant to this role?
- How do you provide guidance and mentorship to junior team members?
- What tools and technologies do you recommend for monitoring infrastructure performance?
- How do you evaluate and recommend new technologies and tools for infrastructure?
- Can you describe your experience with scripting languages such as PowerShell or Python?