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University of Maryland Center for Environmental Science · 2 months ago

IT Platform Engineer Senior

University of Maryland College Park

Full-time

Onsite

Mid, Senior Level

$148K/yr - $177K/yr

4+ years exp

The University of Maryland Center for Environmental Science is seeking a Senior IT Platform Engineer to join their Division of Information Technology. This role involves designing, implementing, and optimizing cloud-based solutions using Azure technologies, focusing on creating secure and efficient cloud environments while collaborating with cross-functional teams.

Higher Education

Culture & Values

No H1B

Responsibilities

Design and implement Azure-based solutions adhering to the Cloud Well-Architected Framework (Reliability, Security, Cost Optimization, Operational Excellence, Performance Efficiency)

Develop and manage data pipelines, notebooks, and data flows using Microsoft Fabric and PowerBI

Utilize Azure AI to integrate intelligent solutions into applications

Automate infrastructure provisioning and configuration using Terraform, Puppet, Ansible, or Chef

Configure and manage networking solutions, including ExpressRoute, to ensure secure and efficient connectivity

Implement monitoring and observability using Azure Monitoring tools (Dynatrace, SCOM, Application Insights)

Manage and optimize databases, including MS SQL, Cosmos DB, and Azure SQL, with expertise in CRUD operations

Develop and maintain cloud-native applications using microservices and APIs

Write scripts in Python, PowerShell, and Bash to automate processes

Build and deploy applications using Node.js

Implement CI/CD pipelines and manage source control for efficient development workflows

Administer Identity & Access Management using EntraID

Ensure security and compliance using Microsoft Defender and Purview, adhering to NIST, CUI, HIPAA, and FERPA standards

Qualification

Azure technologiesInfrastructure as CodeData managementCloud-native applicationsIdentity & Access ManagementPythonPowerShellBash scriptingNode.jsCI/CD pipelinesMicrosoft FabricPower BIAzure AIMicroservices architectureNetworking solutionsMS SQLAgile methodologiesDevOps practicesProblem-solving skillsCommunication skillsCollaboration skills

Required

Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university

Four (4) years of professional experience implementing and managing enterprise solutions

Strong written and oral communication skills

Knowledge of all aspects of software and cloud infrastructure

Knowledge of various enterprise solutions

Skill in oral and written communication

Skill in the use of office productivity software such as Office 365 or Google Workspaces

Ability to lead presentations with small to medium-sized groups

Able to organize and provide direction to junior staff members

Ability to bridge the gap between team manager and team members on technical topics

Ability to effectively manage workload and delivery assignments on time