Sr Infrastructure Architect

Job Description Summary

This position will be working on multiple projects as a technical expert or internal consultant. You will work on projects for components of the domain. You will work on multiple technical or functional domains.

Job Description

Roles and Responsibilities

In this role you will:

• Designs and integrates computer system configurations in accordance with design criteria, security and performance objectives for defined systems.
• Responsible for implementation of system design within project schedule.
• Ability to manage multiple assignments concurrently.
• Perform complex intermediate to advanced functional tests of computer systems.
• Working knowledge of third-party software requirements for GE's core products and knowledge of how to install and configure the required third-party software.
• Working knowledge of third-party software configuration and network topology and configuration needed to comply with appropriate security standards.
• Working knowledge of network equipment configuration needed for proper functioning of GE Vernova core products, third-party software and the systems on which they reside.
• Working knowledge of main equipment vendor's system specifications and configuration needed for the GE Vernova core products and third-party software residing on the systems.
• Perform system design and resolve implementation issues with lead engineer; implements the design within the allowed schedule with general supervision.
• Integrates computer & network hardware, operating system software, and third-party software. Helps configure network device functionality.
• Support a secure system lifecycle with system installation, configuration and patching in adherence with given security standards.
• Prepare system documentation, such as hardware design drawings, plans of system set-ups, cabling lists, project specific drawings and configuration reference manuals.
• Provide input to technical lead on schedules and cost estimates
• Interfaces with customers on specific projects or technical issues.
• Provide limited marketing support for proposals and demonstrations to potential customers.
• Research and evaluate emerging technology, industry and market trends to assist in project development and/or operational support activities.
• Coach and mentor team members
• Other duties may be assigned to meet business needs.
• May be required to work extended hours.
• Work onsite in a datacenter environment
• Moving heavy equipment and storage boxes is a regular activity within job scope
• Must be able to use telephone, PC monitor, mouse/track ball, and keyboard for extended periods of time to complete assigned task and duties.

• Requires Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer
• Requires two (2) years system infrastructure design and integration experience in comparable systems.
• Engineering, or equivalent degree or equivalent work experience.
• Industry Certificates are an asset.

• Strong experience with system integration/design, networking, operating system / software installation and maintenance, help desk, and/or data storage technology, specifically with HPE, DELL, Cisco, Linux, Kubernetes (Rancher RKE), Windows, VMware & AWS systems.
• Capable of hardware installation and configuration. Racking, Cabling and verifying correct operation.
• Knowledge of: Oracle Database, PostgreSQL, SQL Server, Visual Studio, git, Active Directory and NetApp arrays are an asset.
• Networking knowledge using TCP/IP protocols.
• Good PC skills required, including use of standard Windows Desktop, MS Office & Visio applications.
• Understands technical and business discussions relative to future architecture direction aligning with business goals.
• Understands concepts of setting and driving architecture direction.
• Familiar with elements of gathering architecture requirements.
• Understands architecture standards concepts to apply to project work.

• Understand key cross-functional concepts that impact the organization.
• Strong verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills. Ability to write professional and technical reports and procedures. Ability to make informal presentations to technical and non-technical staff and customers.
• Ability to prioritize work assignments and shift work efforts based on the needs of the department or business goals.

• Familiar with concepts of costing hardware and software components. Works to assure work is on-time and within budget.
• Delivers tasks on-time with alignment to architectural goals. Can identify and raise issues, risks and benefits.
• Participates in change initiatives by implementing new directions and providing appropriate information and feedback.

• Applies values, policies, procedures and precedent to make timely, routine decisions of limited, clear choice.
• Reacts open-mindedly to new perspectives or ideas. Considers different or unusual solutions when appropriate.
• Resolves day-to-day issues related to strategy implementation. Escalates issues that impact the client and/or strategic initiatives.
• Ability to work independently and be self-motivated.
• Ability to work effectively in a team environment.
• Demonstrates a high degree of personal and professional integrity.