Platform Engineering System Architect / Richardson TX / Relocation Offered
Motion Recruitment Partners, LLC
Richardson, TX (In Person)
Full-Time
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Job Description
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