Senior Infrastructure Platform Engineer

SYNNEX Corporation; Chennai District, Bengaluru; On-site; INR 1,000,000 - 1,500,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Career growth opportunities

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion programs

Life Empowerment Assistance Program

Job summary

SYNNEX Corporation is looking for a Senior Infrastructure Platform Engineer in Chennai, India. The role is focused on building and automating enterprise infrastructure platforms, requiring hands-on experience in both Windows and Linux environments.

Your responsibilities include developing Infrastructure-as-Code solutions, troubleshooting production issues, and maintaining engineering documentation. Ideal candidates will have 3-5 years of experience in infrastructure engineering, fluent English, and a passion for solving challenges through automation.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of hands-on infrastructure or systems engineering.
• Experience building and deploying production infrastructure environments.
• Fluent in both written and spoken English.

Responsibilities

• Build and deploy infrastructure platforms using VMware and/or Nutanix.
• Develop and implement Infrastructure-as-Code (IaC) solutions.
• Automate manual processes through scripting and pipelines.

Skills

Terraform

Ansible

PowerShell

Python

Bash

Kubernetes

VMware

Nutanix

Windows

Linux

Job description

## Senior Infrastructure Platform EngineerApplylocations: Chennai, India: Bangalore, Indiatime type: Full timeposted on: Posted Todayjob requisition id: R52652**About the Role**We are seeking a hands-on Infrastructure Engineer to build and automate modern enterprise infrastructure platforms.This is an engineering-first role focused on automation, platform build, and scalable system delivery. You will work within an established architecture to deliver infrastructure through code—not operate it through tickets.**What You’ll Do*** Build and deploy infrastructure platforms: + VMware and/or Nutanix + Windows and Linux environments* Develop and implement **Infrastructure-as-Code (IaC)** solutions* Automate manual processes through scripting and pipelines* Contribute to infrastructure lifecycle activities: + Deployment, upgrades, scaling, and optimization* Support and build **Kubernetes / container environments*** Troubleshoot production issues and contribute to resolution* Create and maintain engineering documentation: + Runbooks, LLDs, and handoff materials**Requirements*** **3–5 years** of hands-on infrastructure or systems engineering* Fluent in both written and spoken **English language*** Experience building and deploying **production infrastructure environments****Technical Requirements**Strong hands-on experience with:* Terraform and/or Ansible (you have personally built infrastructure using these tools)* PowerShell, Python, or Bash* VMware and/or Nutanix* Windows and/or LinuxExposure to:* Kubernetes or container platforms**Must-Have Capabilities**You must be able to clearly demonstrate:* You have **personally built and deployed infrastructure** (not just supported it)* You have **automated repetitive work** using code or pipelines* You have worked in **code-driven environments** (Git, CI/CD)* You can clearly explain **what you built vs. what your team owned****What This Role Is NOT*** Not a ticket-based or operations role* Not focused on routine system administration* Not a senior-level architecture or platform ownership role**Nice to Have*** Experience building or supporting Kubernetes environments* Exposure to storage, backup, or disaster recovery* Experience creating reusable automation or IaC components**How You’ll Be Successful / Bottom Line**You think like an engineer, not an operator—solving infrastructure challenges through code, automating manual work, and building scalable, repeatable systems. You take ownership of what you deliver and can clearly demonstrate what you’ve built and automated in production. This role is for engineers who build infrastructure through code, automate everything possible, and deliver reliable systems at scale.At Tech Data, a TD SYNNEX Company, our values guide everything we do: Together, We Own It, We Dare to Go, We Grow and Win, and above all, We Do the Right Thing. These principles shape how we work with each other, our partners, and our communities as we drive innovation and create lasting impact.**What’s In It For You?*** **Elective Benefits:** Our programs are tailored to your country to best accommodate your lifestyle.* **Grow Your Career:** Accelerate your path to success (and keep up with the future) with formal programs on leadership and professional development, and many more on-demand courses.* **Elevate Your Personal Well-Being:** Boost your financial, physical, and mental well-being through seminars, events, and our global Life Empowerment Assistance Program.* **Diversity, Equity & Inclusion:** It’s not just a phrase to us; valuing every voice is how we succeed. Join us in celebrating our global diversity through inclusive education, meaningful peer-to-peer conversations, and equitable growth and development opportunities.* **Make the Most of our Global Organization**: Network with other new co-workers within your first 30 days through our onboarding program.* **Connect with Your Community:** Participate in internal, peer-led inclusive communities and activities, including business resource groups, local volunteering events, and more environmental and social initiatives.**Don’t meet every single requirement? Apply anyway.**At Tech Data, a TD SYNNEX Company, we’re proud to be recognized as a great place to work and a leader in the promotion and practice of diversity, equity and inclusion. If you’re excited about working for our company and believe you’re a good fit for this role, we encourage you to apply. You may be exactly the person we’re looking for!We are an equal opportunity employer and committed to building a diverse team that represents and empowers a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment based on merit, without regard to race, colour, religion, national origin, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, disability, genetics, age, or any other characteristic protected by law. To support our diversity and inclusion efforts, we may ask for voluntary gender disclosure information. This data will be used solely to improve our hiring practices and ensure fair treatment for all candidates.### Join the Power of Us at Tech Data, a TD SYNNEX CompanyWe’re 22,000 of IT’s best and brightest, who share an unwavering commitment to bringing products, services and solutions to the world.Take the next step towards a rewarding career and apply today. We’re excited to meet you!