Senior Platform Engineer

To Apply for this Job Click HereSenior Platform EngineerLocation: Charlotte, NC (Hybrid – 2–3 days per week onsite)Type: Contract or Contract-to-HireMost infrastructure roles ask you to support existing systems. This one asks you to improve them.We’re conducting a search for a Senior Platform Engineer who will become the technical right hand to the team’s manager.This team owns AWS infrastructure, platform operations, CI/CD automation, Azure DevOps pipelines, and operational engineering. They’re looking for an engineer who doesn’t simply respond to alerts—they investigate root causes, eliminate recurring problems, and continuously improve the environment through automation and engineering discipline.If you’re the type of engineer who wants to understand why something works, not just how to restart it, this could be an outstanding fit.What You’ll OwnTake ownership of a large AWS and Windows-based production platform supporting critical business operations Design, build, and enhance infrastructure automation using PowerShell, CloudFormation, AWS Systems Manager (SSM), and Infrastructure-as-Code best practices Manage and improve Azure DevOps repositories, work tracking, deployment pipelines, and CI/CD processes Troubleshoot complex infrastructure issues across cloud services, operating systems, applications, networking, and automation workflows Identify and eliminate recurring operational issues through root-cause analysis rather than manual workarounds Improve platform monitoring, observability, and operational visibility using AWS-native monitoring tools Support and optimize Windows Server, IIS, SQL Server, and AWS environments from an infrastructure perspective Support platform security initiatives, including vulnerability remediation, audit logging, certificate management, encryption controls, and operational governance Assist with business continuity, backup, disaster recovery, and operational resiliency initiatives Drive automation projects that reduce manual effort and improve platform stability Monitor cloud resource utilization and identify opportunities for operational and cost efficiencies Partner with development and infrastructure teams to improve operational excellence and platform reliability Serve as a trusted technical resource capable of influencing architecture decisions and guiding platform improvements Where You’ll Spend Your Time~60% Platform Operations & Production Support~40% Infrastructure Automation & Continuous ImprovementThis team operates much more like a Platform Operations organization than a traditional software engineering or DevOps team. Success is measured by platform reliability, operational improvements, automation, and ownership—not simply ticket volume.What We’re Looking ForMust-HavesStrong AWS infrastructure experience supporting enterprise production environments Deep Windows Server administration expertiseAdvanced PowerShell scripting and automation experienceHands-on CloudFormation experienceExperience leveraging AWS Systems Manager (SSM) for automation and orchestration Experience supporting and administering IISWorking knowledge of SQL Server infrastructure support (not DBA-focused) Experience with Azure DevOps (ADO) including repositories, pipelines, and CI/CD workflows Strong understanding of DNS, networking, and infrastructure fundamentalsExperience troubleshooting logs, services, deployments, and platform issues across multiple systems Demonstrated track record of ownership, initiative, and operational excellence Nice to HaveExperience with AWS CDKPython scripting experience Experience with AWS-native services such as: Lambda DynamoDB API Gateway Prior experience serving as a technical lead, senior engineer, or escalation point Experience working in Agile/Scrum environments Experience supporting enterprise-scale cloud operations Ideal BackgroundsWe’re especially interested in candidates coming from:Senior Windows Infrastructure Engineer AWS Platform Engineer Cloud Infrastructure Engineer Systems Engineer with AWS experience Infrastructure Automation Engineer The strongest candidates typically bring a combination of:PowerShell automation CloudFormation Windows Server IIS SQL infrastructure support AWS platform operations Ownership Is the DifferentiatorTechnical skills will get a candidate through the interview process, but ownership is what earns the job.We’re looking for an engineer who:Takes ownership of problems and drives them to resolution Questions recurring operational issues instead of accepting them as normal Understands how infrastructure works beneath the surface Can trace issues through scripts, logs, services, and network dependencies Has a strong bias toward action Accepts feedback and collaborates well with teammates Improves systems instead of repeatedly performing manual work Challenges outdated processes respectfully and constructively A simple example:If a service requires a manual restart after every monthly patch cycle, the expectation isn’t to document the restart process—the expectation is to determine why the restart is necessary and eliminate the underlying problem.Technical fundamentals outweigh certifications. Curiosity outweighs buzzwords. Engineers who can explain why their solutions work will stand out.What We’re Not Looking ForThis role is unlikely to be a fit for candidates who are primarily:Application developers Software engineers focused mainly on writing applications Kubernetes-only engineers Site Reliability Engineers focused primarily on alert monitoring Pure DevOps engineers with limited Windows infrastructure experience Engineers who rely on AI-generated code without understanding the underlying technology Individuals who ignore team standards and established processes Technical EnvironmentAWS EC2 CloudWatch CloudFront AWS Systems Manager (SSM) Azure DevOps CI/CD Pipelines CloudFormation AWS CDK (future adoption) Windows Server IIS SQL Server PowerShell Python DNS Enterprise Networking Why This Opportunity Stands OutThis isn’t a maintenance role and it isn’t a traditional DevOps position.The team is looking for a true infrastructure engineer who combines strong AWS knowledge with deep Windows expertise, automation skills, and a genuine curiosity about how systems operate. The immediate priority is maintaining and improving a large-scale Windows and AWS environment while driving automation, stability, and operational maturity.The right person will help reduce operational overhead, improve platform reliability, modernize automation practices, and become a trusted technical partner within the organization.If you’re an engineer who enjoys solving root-cause problems, automating repetitive work, and building reliable platforms at scale, we’d love to speak with you.To Apply for this Job Click HereEqual Employment Opportunity Statement Gravity IT Resources is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees and applicants. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, or gender identity), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other legally protected characteristic. All employment decisions are based on qualifications, merit, and business needs.