Manager, Network & Platform Engineering

Summary

The Manager of Network & Platform Engineering oversees the design, operation, security, and scalability of the organization’s network, server, and cloud infrastructure. This role leads a global infrastructure environment—including on‑prem, cloud, and SaaS platforms—while managing staff, budgets, and long-term technology strategy.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, implement, and maintain enterprise network, server, and cloud infrastructure.
• Ensure performance, availability, monitoring, and troubleshooting across all platforms.
• Partner with IT Security to implement and maintain network and infrastructure security controls.
• Lead, mentor, and manage a team of network and platform engineers.
• Own infrastructure budgeting, forecasting, and vendor management.
• Collaborate with IT leadership on infrastructure strategy, upgrades, and scaling initiatives.
• Maintain documentation and report on infrastructure performance and risks.

Technical Qualifications

• Strong experience with Aruba networking (switching, routing, wireless).
• Expertise in Windows Server, Active Directory, and Microsoft 365.
• Hands-on experience with Palo Alto firewalls and SD-WAN architectures.
• Experience managing AWS cloud environments.
• Significant experience supporting a predominantly SaaS application ecosystem.
• Deep understanding of enterprise networking, server platforms, and cloud infrastructure.
• Strong troubleshooting and communication skills across technical and non-technical audiences.

Leadership & Soft Skills

• Proven ability to lead, coach, and develop high-performing IT teams.
• Excellent organizational, prioritization, and project management skills.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and strategic thinking capabilities.
• Confident communicator with experience presenting to senior leadership.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in Consumer Packaged Goods (CPG) environments.
• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or related field (Master’s preferred).
• 7–10 years of infrastructure experience; 5+ years in management.