Principal Infrastructure Engineer

Kforce is seeking a Principal Infrastructure Engineer to lead global architecture and innovation initiatives in midtown Manhattan. This role requires a visionary technologist with deep hands-on expertise to drive the evolution of core infrastructure across compute, storage, networking, desktop, and cloud platforms. The engineer will architect resilient, scalable, and secure solutions, champion innovation, mentor talent, and collaborate across domains to align infrastructure strategy with business goals. This high-impact position focuses on solving complex engineering challenges and shaping the future of enterprise technology.

Must Have

• Architect and develop robust infrastructure solutions across on-prem and cloud environments (AWS, Azure).
• Research and prototype emerging technologies, leading proof-of-concept initiatives.
• Provide expert guidance to infrastructure engineers, fostering technical excellence.
• Partner with application development, cybersecurity, and business stakeholders.
• Act as the highest point of escalation for critical infrastructure issues.
• Define engineering standards and drive automation using IaC tools like Terraform, Ansible, and Python.
• 15+ years of progressive experience in infrastructure engineering in global enterprise environments.
• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field.

Good to Have

• Advanced degree preferred.
• Certifications such as AWS Solutions Architect, CCNP, or equivalent.

Perks & Benefits

• Competitive bonus structure.
• Long-term incentive opportunities, including equity grants.
• Comprehensive benefits including medical/dental/vision insurance, HSA, FSA, 401(k), and life, disability & ADD insurance.
• Paid time off for salaried personnel.

Kforce is working with a client in search of a Principal Infrastructure Engineer - Global Architecture & Innovation, to join their team in midtown Manhattan.

Summary:

Are you a visionary technologist with deep hands-on expertise in infrastructure engineering? Ready to lead transformative initiatives across a global enterprise? We're seeking a Principal Infrastructure Engineer to serve as a technical thought leader, driving the evolution of core infrastructure across compute, storage, networking, desktop, and cloud platforms. This is a high-impact role for someone who thrives on solving complex engineering challenges, mentoring top talent, and shaping the future of enterprise technology. You'll work across global teams to architect resilient, scalable, and secure solutions that power mission-critical business outcomes.

What You'll Do:

• Architect Next-Gen Infrastructure: Design and develop robust infrastructure solutions across on-prem and cloud environments (AWS, Azure), ensuring scalability, security, and performance
• Champion Innovation: Research and prototype emerging technologies, lead proof-of-concept initiatives, and drive adoption of modern methodologies
• Mentor & Elevate: Provide expert guidance to infrastructure engineers, fostering a culture of technical excellence and continuous learning
• Collaborate Across Domains: Partner with application development, cybersecurity, and business stakeholders to align infrastructure strategy with enterprise goals
• Lead Complex Problem Solving: Act as the highest point of escalation for critical infrastructure issues, leading resolution efforts across domains
• Standardize & Automate: Define engineering standards and drive automation using Infrastructure-as-Code (IaC) tools like Terraform, Ansible, and Python

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field (advanced degree preferred)
• Certifications such as AWS Solutions Architect, CCNP, or equivalent are a plus
• 15+ years of progressive experience in infrastructure engineering, with a proven track record in global enterprise environments
• Deep expertise across multiple domains: advanced networking (SDN, cloud networking), enterprise storage, virtualization, hyper-converged systems, and cloud platforms
• Hands-on experience with Windows OS and related services
• Strong proficiency in automation and IaC tools (Terraform, Ansible, Python)
• Exceptional problem-solving and strategic thinking skills
• Ability to communicate complex technical concepts to both technical and non-technical audiences

Why Join Us?

• Be at the forefront of infrastructure innovation, shaping the future of enterprise technology
• Work in a collaborative, high-performance environment that values technical depth and strategic thinking
• Enjoy a competitive bonus structure and long-term incentive opportunities, including equity grants to reward your contributions and grow with your impact
• Influence global architecture standards and drive meaningful change across a multi-region footprint

The pay range is the lowest to highest compensation we reasonably in good faith believe we would pay at posting for this role. We may ultimately pay more or less than this range. Employee pay is based on factors like relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, location, performance, union contract and business needs. This range may be modified in the future.

We offer comprehensive benefits including medical/dental/vision insurance, HSA, FSA, 401(k), and life, disability & ADD insurance to eligible employees. Salaried personnel receive paid time off. Hourly employees are not eligible for paid time off unless required by law. Hourly employees on a Service Contract Act project are eligible for paid sick leave.

Note: Pay is not considered compensation until it is earned, vested and determinable. The amount and availability of any compensation remains in Kforce's sole discretion unless and until paid and may be modified in its discretion consistent with the law.

This job is not eligible for bonuses, incentives or commissions.

Kforce is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status.

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