VP, Systems Engineer

VP, Systems Engineer

Pay
$150,000 - $170,000 annually

Location
100% Remote

Summary
Seeking a seasoned Lead Azure Systems Engineer to drive infrastructure innovation and strategy within a dynamic enterprise environment. This role offers the opportunity to serve as a right-hand to a strong manager, providing technical leadership and strategic guidance in cloud and on-premises infrastructure. As a key contributor, you'll shape the company's long-term technology Landscape, support enterprise security and compliance, and foster growth through automation and best practices.

Requirements

• Minimum of 8+ years of experience in IT infrastructure, systems engineering, or cloud engineering
• At least 2+ years in an AVP or equivalent leadership role
• Extensive expertise with Azure and AWS, including identity management, networking, compute, storage, and automation
• Proven leadership in mentoring teams and influencing architecture decisions
• Deep understanding of virtualization, storage systems, and hybrid cloud integrations
• Experience with automation tools such as Terraform, Azure ARM/Bicep, or CloudFormation
• Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to troubleshoot complex infrastructure issues
• Excellent communication skills for technical and non-technical audiences
• Relevant certifications such as Azure Architect Expert or AWS Solutions Architect a plus
• Flexibility to support 24/7 operations and occasional travel as needed

Responsibilities

• Partner with senior leadership to craft and execute strategic infrastructure plans aligned with company goals
• Provide technical guidance across Systems Engineering, Azure Identity, Networking, and IT Operations
• Mentor engineering teams, promote best practices, and support cross-training initiatives
• Foster a culture of innovation through automation, orchestration, and modern infrastructure patterns
• Develop and maintain IT architecture standards, policies, and procedures
• Collaborate with stakeholders to understand requirements and deliver scalable solutions
• Support disaster recovery and business continuity efforts, including planning and testing
• Evaluate, recommend, and deploy cutting-edge infrastructure technologies
• Perform technical assessments, root cause analyses, and support incident resolution
• Participate in project planning, design reviews, and infrastructure initiatives
• Lead escalation efforts for complex technical issues, partnering for resolution
• Promote cross-team collaboration to ensure cohesive service delivery
• Perform other duties as assigned by management

Benefits

• Leadership role with opportunities to mentor and shape technology strategy
• Work in a flexible, remote environment with a forward-thinking company
• Competitive salary and benefits package
• Opportunities for professional growth and certification support