• Infrastructure Engineer

    Insight Global (Walnut Creek, CA)


    Job Description

    About the Role

    Insight Global is seeking a highly skilled Senior Data Center Infrastructure Engineer to lead the design, deployment, and modernization of on-premises and hybrid infrastructure for a leading navigation technology company. This is a hands-on, high-impact role ideal for a technologist who thrives in dynamic environments and can drive end-to-end infrastructure projects—from planning and procurement to implementation and optimization.

     

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    Key Responsibilities

    Architect, deploy, and support infrastructure platforms: Cisco UCS/HX, Nutanix HCI, VMware vSphere/vSAN, and Cohesity

     

    Lead infrastructure modernization initiatives including automation, disaster recovery, and hybrid cloud enablement

     

    Plan and execute new data center builds: power, cooling, physical security, and hardware requirements

     

    Automate provisioning and configuration using Terraform, Ansible, or Puppet

     

    Administer Linux (Ubuntu, RHEL) and Windows Server environments

     

    Manage core network services: DNS, DHCP, IPAM; collaborate on routing, switching, and firewall designs

     

    Conduct performance tuning, capacity planning, and root cause analysis

     

    Create and maintain SOPs, runbooks, and configuration documentation

     

    Provide technical leadership and mentorship to junior engineers

     

    Travel as needed to support infrastructure deployments and data center operations

     

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    Ideal Candidate Profile

     

    Technically strong and self-driven—able to own and deliver infrastructure projects end-to-end

     

    Comfortable with racking, cabling, and configuring servers and switches

     

    Deep understanding of Cisco and Nutanix hardware platforms

     

    Collaborative and communicative—works well with PMs and cross-functional teams

     

    Strategic thinker with hands-on execution skills and a focus on modernization and optimization

     

    We are a company committed to creating diverse and inclusive environments where people can bring their full, authentic selves to work every day. We are an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer that believes everyone matters. Qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment regardless of their race, color, ethnicity, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, marital status, national origin, ancestry, genetic factors, age, disability, protected veteran status, military or uniformed service member status, or any other status or characteristic protected by applicable laws, regulations, and ordinances. If you need assistance and/or a reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the application or recruiting process, please send a request to [email protected] learn more about how we collect, keep, and process your private information, please review Insight Global's Workforce Privacy Policy: https://insightglobal.com/workforce-privacy-policy/.

     

    Skills and Requirements

    Required Skills & Experience

    7+ years in infrastructure engineering or data center operations

     

    Deep hands-on expertise with Cisco UCS/HX, Nutanix HCI, VMware vSphere, and Cohesity

     

    Strong administration skills in Linux (RHEL, Ubuntu) and Windows Server

     

    Proficiency in automation tools: Terraform, Ansible, Puppet

     

    Solid understanding of networking fundamentals: TCP/IP, VLANs, DNS, DHCP, firewalls

     

    Scripting experience in Bash, PowerShell, or Python

     

    Proven ability to lead complex infrastructure projects independently

     

    Experience setting up server rooms and full-scale data centers

     

    Knowledge of power, cooling, and physical security requirements Preferred Qualifications

     

    Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, IT, or related field

     

    Certifications: VCP, RHCE, Nutanix NCP, CCNP, AWS/Azure Associate

     

    Familiarity with ITIL practices and monitoring tools like SolarWinds, Prometheus, or Grafana

     

    Exposure to containerization (Docker, Kubernetes) and cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP)

     

    Experience in hybrid environments with a strong AWS footprint

     

    Prior experience working on vessels or within the maritime industry

     

    Possession of a valid TWIC Card

     

    Open to relocation prior to full-time employment