Infrastructure Engineer (remote contract)

PLATO; United States; Remote; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

PLATO is seeking an experienced Infrastructure Engineer to join its Infrastructure & DevOps team. You will build, deploy, and configure Azure infrastructure spanning analytics, AI, compute, storage, networking, and platform services, using automation and IaC to deliver secure, scalable environments.

The role emphasizes Terraform/IaC, Azure architecture, and collaboration with cross-functional teams to drive deployment activities and improve cloud practices.

Qualifications

• 5+ years as Infrastructure Engineer or similar role.
• Experience with Azure Platform/Azure DevOps.
• Proficiency in Terraform and Infrastructure as Code (IaC).
• Strong knowledge of Azure cloud architecture, security, scalability and reliability.
• Ability to deploy and manage cloud infrastructure and automate deployments.

Responsibilities

• Build, deploy, and configure Azure infrastructure across analytics, AI, compute, storage, networking, and platform layers.
• Deploy and maintain infrastructure and platform environments.
• Create proofs of architecture to validate viability, security, and performance.
• Implement automated infrastructure solutions using IaC practices.
• Collaborate with technical teams to support cloud platform design and deployment activities.
• Participate in team discussions and contribute to technical decision-making.
• Identify and provide solutions to infrastructure, platform, and deployment challenges.
• Support continuous improvement of cloud infrastructure, automation, and DevOps practices.

Skills

Azure DevOps

IaC

DevOps

Team collaboration

Problem solving

Tools

Terraform

Job description

Who We ArePLATO is Canada’s largest Indigenous-owned software testing and technology services company. For nearly 30 years, our expert teams have helped our clients deliver reliable products that users enjoy interacting with.

Our 100% Canada‑based team brings deep experience in QA, software testing, and IT services, along with a shared commitment to collaboration, mentorship, and continuous improvement. We’re a team that shows up for each other, whether that’s tackling complex client challenges or helping colleagues grow through coaching and knowledge‑sharing.

As Canada’s largest Indigenous‑owned software testing company, we’re proud of our roots and our mission to build a stronger, more inclusive technology workforce. At the same time, we warmly welcome applicants of all backgrounds and experiences who are passionate about quality, teamwork, and making an impact.

Contract Duration: 01-Nov-2026 to 15-Jul-2027Security Clearance: Current Secret level clearance is required at time of application

Summary

We are seeking an experienced Infrastructure Engineer to join our Infrastructure & DevOps team. This role is responsible for building, deploying, and configuring Azure infrastructure across analytics, AI, compute, storage, networking, and platform services. The successful candidate will leverage automation and Infrastructure as Code (IaC) practices to deliver secure, scalable, and high-performing cloud environments.

Responsibilities

• Build, deploy, and configure Azure infrastructure across analytics, AI, compute, storage, networking, and platform layers.
• Deploy and maintain infrastructure and platform environments.
• Create proofs of architecture to validate architecture viability, security, and performance.
• Implement reliable, automated infrastructure solutions using Infrastructure as Code (IaC) practices.
• Collaborate with technical teams to support cloud platform design and deployment activities.
• Participate actively in team discussions and contribute to technical decision-making.
• Identify and provide solutions to infrastructure, platform, and deployment-related challenges.
• Support the continuous improvement of cloud infrastructure, automation, and DevOps practices.

Requirements

• 5+ years of experience as an Infrastructure Engineer including proficiency with Azure Platform/Azure DevOps.
• Experience with Terraform and Infrastructure as Code (IaC).
• Experience deploying and managing Azure platform services, networking, and cloud infrastructure.
• Knowledge of Azure Cloud Architecture, including security, scalability, performance, and reliability.
• Experience deploying infrastructure and platform environments and creating proofs of architecture.
• Strong understanding of infrastructure automation and DevOps practices.
• Strong problem-solving skills and ability to contribute to technical discussions in a collaborative team environment.

Work With Us

At the company, we believe that great work happens when people feel supported, connected, and challenged in the right ways. You’ll be part of a collaborative environment where experienced professionals share knowledge, mentor others, and contribute to solving complex, real‑world client projects.

We are committed to inclusive hiring practices and encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds, including women, persons with disabilities, visible minorities, and Indigenous peoples. If you require accommodation at any stage of the recruitment process, we’re here to support you.

the company respectfully acknowledges that we operate on treaty territories, unceded First Nations and Inuit territories, and within Métis homelands. We honour the long history of these lands and actively work toward reconciliation between Indigenous and non‑Indigenous peoples on Turtle Island.