Global Platform & Reliability Leader

AMETEK, Inc.; Berwyn (PA); On-site; USD 180,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

AMETEK, Inc. in Berwyn, PA, seeks an Infrastructure Platform Leader to own the reliability, scalability, and compliance of our global computing platforms, spanning cloud, data centers, and shared services.

You will lead global operations teams and MSPs to deliver always-on, secure services that enable digital transformation. The role requires deep expertise in platform engineering, IaC, and vendor management, with a track record of managing hybrid environments and regulated manufacturing IT.

Qualifications

• BS in Computer Science, Engineering, or Information Systems; MS or MBA preferred.
• 15+ years in IT infrastructure and operations with at least 7+ years in global leadership roles.
• Experience managing hybrid cloud environments and large-scale enterprise workloads.
• Strong background in manufacturing IT, with understanding of regulated environments (defense, aerospace, energy, or medical).
• Proven track record of service delivery excellence, vendor management, and global team leadership.
• Strategic and pragmatic leadership balancing innovation with stability.
• Strong communication and executive reporting skills.
• Financial acumen and experience with cloud cost optimization.
• Ability to collaborate effectively across IT, OT, and business units.
• Certifications (Preferred): ITIL v4, Azure/AWS Certified Architect, VMware Certified Professional (VCP), CISM or CISSP, TOGAF, FinOps Practitioner.
• Eligibility to work with export-controlled information; ability to obtain/maintain relevant clearances when required by customer programs.
• Willingness to visit manufacturing sites and suppliers globally.

Responsibilities

• Define and execute the global Platform Operations strategy covering compute, storage, cloud, database, backup, monitoring, and automation.
• Establish operating models, SLOs/SLAs, and governance frameworks aligned to ITIL and service reliability principles.
• Partner with Enterprise Architecture, Cybersecurity, and Application Development to design resilient, scalable, and compliant platform services.
• Lead operational readiness for new platforms and projects, including M&A integrations and global rollouts.
• Oversee operations of hybrid computing environments across data centers, Azure/AWS clouds, and edge/plant locations.
• Manage core infrastructure services: servers, virtualization (VMware, Hyper‑V), storage (SAN/NAS/Object), backup/recovery, DNS/DHCP, and monitoring.
• Define and maintain cloud landing zones, identity integration, and platform guardrails in partnership with Security and Architecture.
• Drive infrastructure‑as‑code (IaC), automation, and self‑service provisioning to increase agility and reduce operational burden.
• Partner with Network and Security teams to ensure secure, performant connectivity and resilience.

Skills

IT infrastructure leadership

Global operations leadership

Hybrid cloud experience

Manufacturing IT

Vendor management

Executive reporting

Cloud cost optimization

Cross-functional collaboration

Security awareness

Education

BS in Computer Science

MS or MBA preferred

Job description

AMETEK, Inc. in Berwyn, PA, seeks an Infrastructure Platform Leader to own the reliability, scalability, and compliance of our global computing platforms, spanning cloud, data centers, and shared services.

You will lead global operations teams and MSPs to deliver always-on, secure services that enable digital transformation. The role requires deep expertise in platform engineering, IaC, and vendor management, with a track record of managing hybrid environments and regulated manufacturing IT.