Technical Infrastructure & Cloud Architect

About Ingredion Join Ingredion, where innovation impacts lives worldwide! Without even realizing it, you’ve experienced our work in your favorite chocolate, your pet’s food, the paper you write on, and your everyday snacks. As a global powerhouse across more than 60 industries, we harness the potential of natural ingredients to transform lives. Whether you’re just starting your career or bringing years of experience, there’s a place for you here to make a real difference. Be part of our team that values a wide range of perspectives and is committed to shaping a better world with every product we create. Location & Workplace Type Westchester, Illinois – Hybrid Reports To Director, Global Digital Infrastructure & Operations Role Overview The Technical Infrastructure & Cloud Architect is responsible for designing, implementing, and optimizing Ingredion’s global cloud architecture to ensure performance, scalability, security, and cost efficiency. This role defines and maintains technical standards for cloud infrastructure, integrations, and connectivity across hybrid cloud environments while supporting the company’s cloud modernization and digital transformation initiatives. Responsibilities Cloud Architecture & Design Develop and maintain Ingredion’s IaaS and PaaS technical architecture across multiple cloud platforms (Azure, AWS, GCP). Define and enforce cloud design standards, reference architectures, and best practices for infrastructure and application hosting. Partner with application and data teams to deliver scalable, reliable, and cost‑optimized cloud solutions. Drive cloud infrastructure automation and Infrastructure-as-Code (IaC) standards using tools such as Terraform or ARM templates. Database Architecture & Optimization Design and optimize cloud database architectures (Microsoft SQL, AzureSQL, PostgreSQL, MongoDB, Google Cloud SQL, etc.) to ensure high availability, performance, and cost efficiency. Define and implement backup, recovery, and disaster recovery strategies for cloud‑based data assets. Collaborate with database administrators to ensure compliance with security, performance, and retention standards. Cloud Interfaces & Integrations Architect and support API integrations and data exchange between on‑premises, SaaS, and cloud‑hosted systems. Ensure interoperability between enterprise systems, cloud workloads, and third‑party applications. Partner with development and data engineering teams to streamline integration pipelines and automate deployments. Cloud Security & Connectivity Architecture Define and implement cloud security architecture in partnership with the Global Cybersecurity team, ensuring compliance with Ingredion’s security frameworks. Design network and connectivity architectures for hybrid and multi‑cloud environments, including VPNs, ExpressRoute, and private endpoints. Support identity and access management (IAM) design, privileged access controls, and zero‑trust principles. Conduct risk assessments and remediation planning for cloud‑based environments. Vendor & Financial Management Manage technical relationships with cloud service providers and managed service partners, ensuring adherence to design, cost, and performance expectations. Partner with Procurement and Finance to optimize contracts, licensing, and cloud resource usage. Lead Cloud FinOps initiatives – monitoring consumption, optimizing spend, and ensuring cost transparency and governance. Provide forecasts, utilization reports, and recommendations to align spend with business demand. Continuous Improvement & Standards Evaluate emerging cloud technologies, trends, and tools for adoption within Ingredion’s global infrastructure strategy. Contribute to enterprise cloud governance frameworks and change management processes. Develop and maintain technical documentation, reference architectures, and runbooks. Serve as a technical advisor and mentor for infrastructure and application teams in cloud adoption and design. Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field (Master’s preferred). 10+ years of hands‑on experience in IT infrastructure or cloud architecture, including 3+ years in a hands‑on technical cloud architecture role. Expertise in designing and managing IaaS and PaaS environments in Azure, AWS, or GCP (Azure or GCP preferred). Deep understanding of networking, security, compute, and storage architectures in cloud environments. Proven experience with automation, orchestration, and Infrastructure-as-Code (Terraform, ARM, CloudFormation). Strong knowledge of cloud database services and optimization techniques. Experience with cloud cost management (FinOps) practices and tools. Familiarity with DevOps, CI/CD pipelines, and API integration frameworks. Excellent analytical, communication, and stakeholder management skills. Who You Are Professional certifications such as Microsoft Certified: Azure Solutions Architect Expert, AWS Certified Solutions Architect, or Google Professional Cloud Architect. Experience integrating AI/ML, analytics, or data lake platforms within enterprise cloud environments. Understanding of ITIL and service management principles in a cloud context. Strong vendor management and negotiation experience. Demonstrated ability to lead cross‑functional initiatives in a matrixed, global organization. Benefits Competitive salary and performance‑based pay; annual pay range $149,400.00 – $199,200.00. Annual Incentive Plan or role‑specific commission/bonus. Comprehensive benefits package – medical, dental, vision, 401(k) with company match. Flexible work arrangements. Career growth opportunities – learning, training, tuition reimbursement. Employee recognition program with personalized rewards. Employee discount program on products, services, and travel. Relocation within the country available. Equal Employment Opportunity We are an equal‑opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. Ingredion seeks to provide a work environment that is free from harassment and discrimination. We will not tolerate any form of discrimination based on race, color, religion, age, gender, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, ancestry, handicap or disability—mental or physical—marital status, sexual orientation, veteran status, disability resulting from military service, or any other classification protected by law. Ingredion provides accommodations to job applicants with disabilities throughout the hiring process. If a job applicant requires an accommodation during the application process or through the selection process, we will work with the applicant to meet the job applicant’s accommodation needs. Ingredion uses AI‑enabled tools to support parts of the recruitment process, including resume screening and interview scheduling. These tools help match candidate skills to job requirements and streamline communication. All AI‑assisted decisions are reviewed by our Talent Acquisition team to ensure fairness and compliance with applicable laws. By applying, you acknowledge that AI may be used to support your application journey. Additional Information We are a leading global, plant‑based ingredients solutions company. We make sweeteners, starches, nutrition ingredients and biomaterials that are used by customers in everyday products from foods and beverages to paper and pharmaceuticals. At Ingredion, we embrace possibilities and inspire each other to think big. Together, we reimagine how we can make life better through our differentiated ingredients and innovative solutions. We belong to a culture of bold innovators, of people who believe that their skills, creativity, and passion can deliver solutions that can enhance people’s lives. We create what’s next, transforming our imagination into innovation. #J-18808-Ljbffr