Lead architecture, scalability, and security of global server and storage infrastructure. Drive platform innovation, automation, and operational excellence; mentor engineers; collaborate on cross-functional IT strategy; own documentation, BCDR, and escalations.
For over four decades, Cirrus Logic has been propelled by the top engineers in mixed-signal processing. Our rockstar team thrives on solving complex challenges with innovative end-user solutions for the world's top consumer brands. Cirrus Logic is also known for its award-winning culture, which was built on a foundation of inclusion and fairness, meaningful community engagement, and delivering enjoyable employee experiences at every turn. But we couldn’t do it without our extraordinary workforce – and that’s where you come in. Join our team and help us continue to make Cirrus Logic an exceptional place to grow your career!
Are you an infrastructure architect looking to drive large-scale transformation? Cirrus Logic is seeking a Senior Information Systems Engineer to own the backbone of our global corporate IT infrastructure. This is not just a "keep the lights on" role; you will be the technical lead responsible for the architecture, scalability, and security of our server and storage environments. In this high-impact position, you will work autonomously to innovate, automate, and evolve the systems that empower our global teams to do their best work.
Responsibilities
- Architect & Innovate: Drive new infrastructure technologies into production. Act as the primary technical lead for identifying gaps in our environment and independently owning the strategy from identification through implementation.
- Operational Excellence: Lead the reliability and performance of our global server and storage ecosystem. Serve as the senior technical escalation point, providing mentorship to junior engineers and elevating the team’s collective expertise.
- Automation-First Culture: Champion modern DevOps practices. Continuously evolve our processes by building robust automation and scripting to streamline workflows and improve operational efficiency.
- Collaborative Strategy: Partner with global IT cross-functional teams to define best practices, implement robust solutions, and stay ahead of emerging vulnerabilities and security threats.
- Technical Stewardship: Develop and maintain high-quality documentation, including policies, procedures, and architectural KB articles that ensure consistency across the global IT organization.
Required Skills and Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, or a related field.
- 7+ years of experience with Windows Server administration (ADDS, GPO, DHCP, DNS, ADCS).
- 5+ years of experience managing enterprise-grade SAN configurations (Pure Storage/EverPure).
- 5+ years of experience with advanced hypervisor platforms (VMWare, Hyper-V, Nutanix).
- 5+ years of experience with cloud-based technologies (Microsoft 365, Azure).
- 5+ years of hands-on experience in datacenter and colocation environments.
- 5+ years of scripting proficiency (PowerShell, Python) applied to infrastructure automation.
- Experience with Identity Management solutions (such as Entra ID) and SAML.
- Thorough understanding of HA environments across all platforms.
- Recent involvement with company-wide BCDR projects.
- A "solve-it-once" mindset: You love finding the root cause rather than just applying a patch.
- Proven ability to work autonomously in a fast-paced, complex enterprise environment.
- Strong communication skills with a passion for knowledge transfer and mentorship.
Preferred Skills and Qualifications
- Experience with Prometheus, Splunk or alternative monitoring solutions
- Experience with ServiceNow
- Experience with Automation Tools (Azure Automation, Ansible, Terraform, etc)
- Experience with AI & DevTools (VSCode, GitHub, Postman, etc)
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Applicants must be authorized to work for ANY employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment visa at this time.
Export control restrictions based upon applicable laws and regulations would prohibit candidates who are nationals of certain embargoed countries from working in this position without Cirrus Logic first obtaining an export license. Candidates for this role must be able to access technical data without a requirement for an export license. We are unable to sponsor or obtain export licenses for this role.
Cirrus Logic strives to select the best qualified applicant for any opening. Different approaches, ideas and points of view are both valued and respected. Employment decisions are made on the basis of job-related criteria without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, genetic information, or any other classification protected by applicable law.
Cirrus Logic Austin, Texas, USA Office
Cirrus Logic is nestled in the trendy West 6th neighborhood of Downtown Austin. Steps from our headquarters, you'll find incredible restaurants and nightlife, eclectic boutiques, independent book and record stores and the flagship Whole Foods Market and the Lady Bird Lake hike-and-bike trail.
Cirrus Logic Austin, Texas, USA Office
Cirrus Logic is nestled in the trendy West 6th neighborhood of Downtown Austin. Steps from our headquarters, you'll find incredible restaurants and nightlife, eclectic boutiques, independent book and record stores and the flagship Whole Foods Market and the Lady Bird Lake hike-and-bike trail.
Cirrus Logic Austin, Texas, USA Office
Cirrus Logic is nestled in the trendy West 6th neighborhood of Downtown Austin. Steps from our headquarters, you'll find incredible restaurants and nightlife, eclectic boutiques, independent book and record stores and the flagship Whole Foods Market and the Lady Bird Lake hike-and-bike trail.
Cirrus Logic Austin, Texas, USA Office
Just blocks away from ACL and hike and bike trails. Tons of restaurants and close to public transporation.
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