Platform Engineering System Architect / Richardson TX / Relocation Offered

A globally recognized technology and manufacturing enterprise is seeking a System Architect - Platform Engineering for a full-time opportunity based onsite in Richardson, TX. This role focuses on designing and standardizing enterprise platform systems across hybrid environments, leveraging technologies such as Kubernetes (OpenShift/Rancher), Terraform, and cloud platforms (AWS/Azure/Google Cloud Platform). You will play a critical role in shaping the architecture that supports large-scale applications across both data centers and cloud environments.

This is a high-impact architecture position where you will define how platform, infrastructure, and application layers come together in a unified, cloud-like experience. The organization is investing heavily in building modern, scalable systems that move away from traditional infrastructure silos toward integrated, API-driven platforms. This is an ideal opportunity for someone who enjoys working at the intersection of systems design, platform engineering, and cloud architecture, with the ability to influence long-term technical strategy while staying close to hands-on design and implementation.

Required Skills & Experience

• 7+ years of experience in systems architecture, platform engineering, or infrastructure engineering within enterprise environments
• Strong experience designing and building large-scale distributed systems
• Deep understanding of compute, storage, and networking architectures across data center environments
• Hands-on experience with Kubernetes platforms such as OpenShift, SUSE Rancher, or similar
• Experience working with Infrastructure as Code tools such as Terraform or Ansible
• Familiarity with programming or scripting languages such as Python or Go
• Experience with CI/CD pipelines, DevOps practices, and platform automation
• Experience working with observability tools such as Prometheus, Grafana, or ELK stack
• Strong understanding of hybrid cloud architecture patterns

Desired Skills & Experience

• Experience designing or supporting private cloud platforms or internal developer platforms
• Knowledge of advanced networking concepts such as EVPN/VXLAN or software-defined networking
• Experience working with Apache ecosystem tools such as Kafka or Spark
• Exposure to public cloud platforms such as AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud Platform
• Understanding of API-driven architecture, identity systems, and integration patterns
• Experience supporting GPU, AI, or high-performance computing workloads
• What You Will Be Doing

Tech Breakdown

• 40% Platform Architecture and Distributed Systems Design
• 30% Hybrid Cloud and Infrastructure Integration
• 30% Automation, DevOps, and Platform Engineering Practices

Daily Responsibilities

• 60% Hands-on architecture, design, and technical leadership
• 20% Strategic planning, standards definition, and modernization initiatives
• 20% Cross-functional collaboration with platform, network, and application teams

The Offer

• Bonus eligible

You will receive the following benefits:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Vacation Time
• Stock Options

Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the US on a full-time basis now and in the future