Job Description
Infrastructure Platform Engineer - 100% Remote#26-05880
Inver Grove Heights, MN
Remote
Right to Hire
Starts 6/15/2026
Ends 8/31/2026
Job Description
Genesis10 is currently seeking an Infrastructure Platform Engineer for a contract-to-hire position with an Agricultural Cooperative located in Inver Grove Heights, MN. This is a 3-month contract opportunity. Role is 100% remote.
Compensation:
$60.00 - $63.00 per hour, W2
This position is part of a small team responsible for engineering, managing, and automating server operating system platforms across public and private cloud environments. The role focuses on full lifecycle Server OS management using modern infrastructure automation practices including Infrastructure as Code, CI/CD pipelines, and configuration management with tools like Terraform, Packer, Ansible, Chef, AWS, and Azure. Candidates must be willing and able to convert to a full-time employee if the opportunity arises.
Responsibilities:
Engineer, manage, and support standardized server operating system platforms across cloud and on-premises environments
Support lifecycle activities including provisioning, configuration, patching,pliance validation, and retirement of server assets
Maintain OS standards for Linux and Windows Server platforms, including configuration baselines, security settings, and operational requirements
Build, maintain, and publish standardized server images using tools such as Packer
Design, implement, and maintain OS configuration management using tools such as Ansible and Chef
Support enterprise server patch management processes for Linux and Windows Server platforms
Develop and maintain Infrastructure as Code using Terraform and related tooling
Support server platform services within AWS and Azure cloud environments
Manage and support centralized file services, including SMB-based file s
Support automation and integration with ServiceNow for server provisioning, lifecycle management, and CMDB updates
Build and maintain automation pipelines using Azure DevOps, GitHub Actions, or similar tools
Create and maintain technical documentation, operational runbooks, standards, and process diagrams
Requirements:
Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Engineering, or related field, or equivalent professional experience
Experience in server platform engineering, infrastructure automation, systems administration, cloud infrastructure, or related technical roles
Experience managing Linux server platforms such as Red Hat Enterprise Linux, SUSE Linux, or similar distributions
Strong understanding of server OS lifecycle management, including image management, configuration management, patching, andpliance
Experience building and managing server images using Packer or similar image automation tools
Experience with configuration management tools such as Ansible and/or Chef
Experience with Infrastructure as Code, especially Terraform
Experience with CI/CD platforms such as Azure DevOps, GitHub Actions, or similar tooling
Understanding of OS-level permissions, identity integration, access controls, and security hardening
Ability to script and automate using Bash, PowerShell, Python, or similar languages
Experience with patch management, vulnerability remediation, andpliance reporting
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
Strongmunication skills with the ability to explain technical concepts
Continuous improvement mindset with a focus on automation, standardization, and operational excellence
Desired skills:
Experience supporting enterprise infrastructure in hybrid cloud environments
Experience with Windows Server administration and SMB file management
Familiarity with AWS infrastructure services and cloud platform patterns
Familiarity with Azure infrastructure services and landing zone concepts
Experience with ServiceNow, CMDB processes, ITSM workflows, or automation integrations
Strong Python skills
Only candidates available and ready to work directly as Genesis10 employees will be considered for this position.
If you have the described qualifications and are interested in this exciting opportunity, please !
About Genesis10:
Ranked a Top Staffing Firm in the U.S. by Staffing Industry Analysts for six consecutive years, Genesis10 puts thousands of consultants and employees to work across the United States every year in contract, contract-for-hire, and permanent placement roles. With more than 300 active clients, Genesis10 provides access to many of the Fortune 100 firms and a variety of mid-market organizations across the full spectrum of industry verticals.
For contract roles, Genesis10 offers the benefits listed below. If this is a perm-placement opportunity, our recruiter can talk you through the unique benefits offered for that particular client.
Benefits of Working with Genesis10:
Access to hundreds of clients, most who have been working with Genesis10 for 5-20+ years.
The opportunity to have a career-home in Genesis10; many of our consultants have been working exclusively with Genesis10 for years.
Access to an experienced, caring recruiting team (more than 7 years of experience, on average.)
Behavioral Health Platform
Medical, Dental, Vision
Health Savings Account
Voluntary Hospital Indemnity (Critical Illness & Accident)
Voluntary Term Life Insurance
401K
Sick Pay (for applicable states/municipalities)
Commuter Benefits (Dallas, NYC, SF, and Illinois)
For multiple years running, Genesis10 has been recognized as a Top Staffing Firm in the U.S., as a Best Company for Work-Life Balance, as a Best Company for Career Growth, for Diversity, and for Leadership, amongst others. To learn more and to view all our available career opportunities, please visit us at our website genesis10.
Genesis10 is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Candidates will receive consideration without regard to their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.