Senior Cloud Platform Infrastructure Engineer

About the role

Emerson is seeking a passionate, quality-minded Cloud Platform Infrastructure Engineer to join a forward-thinking team in Austin, TX. This role focuses on building, optimizing, and managing cloud-native systems while driving innovation in a global, collaborative environment.

Responsibilities

• Build, optimize, and manage cloud-native systems such as Kubernetes clusters and cloud resources
• Document, maintain, improve, and validate work products
• Participate in agile development processes as part of a scrum team, including planning, retrospectives, and continuous improvement
• Coordinate and participate in cyber security and architecture reviews
• Work with a global team to execute project initiatives

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or a related field
• A minimum of five (5) years of experience with large-scale infrastructure systems in a production environment
• Proficiency in modern programming and scripting languages such as Go, Python, Bash, C#, Java, JavaScript/TypeScript, or others
• Proficiency with Kubernetes (cluster lifecycle, networking, upgrades) and containerization technologies like Docker
• Experience with infrastructure as code (IaC) tools such as Terraform
• Experience working within an Agile development framework
• Legal authorization to work in the United States (sponsorship will not be provided for this role)

Preferred Qualifications

• Advanced training in cloud services and configuration management (Azure, AWS, GCP)
• Strong understanding of network architecture and security protocols
• Experience optimizing performance and scalability in infrastructure systems
• Knowledgeable in service discovery and load-balancing technologies
• Experience with GitOps tools, such as Argo CD or Flux
• Proficiency in DevSecOps CI/CD automation environments
• Expertise in backup and disaster recovery strategies within a cloud setting
• Experience with the Scaled Agile Framework (SAFe)

Benefits

• Competitive medical, dental, and vision insurance plans
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Profit-sharing retirement plan
• Tuition reimbursement
• Employee resource groups and recognition programs
• Paid parental leave (maternal and paternal)
• Flexible time off plans, including vacation and holiday leave

Culture & Commitment

Emerson prioritizes a workplace where every employee is valued, respected, and empowered to grow. The company fosters innovation, collaboration, and diverse perspectives, offering mentorship, training, and leadership opportunities to support career development. Work-life balance is emphasized, with flexible benefits tailored to physical, mental, financial, and social needs.