Senior Digital Infrastructure Engineer, NGNRI

Rocket Companies • Detroit, MI

5d • Onsite

About The Position

The Senior Digital Infrastructure Engineer is responsible for ensuring the reliability, security, scalability, and continuous improvement of NGNRI’s digital infrastructure. This role serves as a key technical resource supporting cloud services, enterprise systems, research computing needs, laboratory technology integration, and end-user support. Working closely with internal stakeholders, external partners, and the Digital Team, the incumbent develops and maintains the digital foundation required to support scientific research and operational excellence.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Engineering, or related field, or equivalent professional experience
• 5 years of experience managing IT infrastructure in a small-to-medium sized organization
• Experience administering cloud platforms such as AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud Platform
• Experience supporting Windows, Linux, and macOS environments
• Strong scripting and automation skills using tools such as Python, PowerShell, or Bash
• Experience managing identity and access systems and implementing security controls
• Ability to communicate effectively with both technical and non-technical stakeholders

Nice To Haves

• Experience supporting research, healthcare, life sciences, or laboratory environments
• Experience with high-performance computing (HPC) environments
• Experience with containerization and infrastructure-as-code tools such as Docker, Terraform, or Ansible
• Familiarity with scientific software applications, databases, or laboratory instrument integrations
• Knowledge of security frameworks and regulatory requirements such as NIST, CIS, HIPAA, or research data governance standards

Responsibilities

• Administer and maintain cloud infrastructure, identity management systems, and core digital services to ensure secure, reliable, and high-performing operations
• Partner with internal and external IT teams to support networking, hardware, software, and technology services across the organization
• Provide technical support, troubleshoot issues, and coordinate escalation with vendors or service providers when necessary
• Collaborate with research and laboratory teams to integrate scientific instruments, software applications, databases, and digital technologies into the broader infrastructure environment
• Manage user access, onboarding and offboarding processes, backup and disaster recovery solutions, and business continuity practices
• Ensure compliance with security, data protection, regulatory, and institutional requirements while maintaining appropriate governance and risk controls
• Support research computing initiatives, including coordination with high-performance computing resources and data analysis platforms
• Manage technology vendors, contribute to procurement activities, maintain technical documentation, and support the ongoing development of the organization’s digital technology roadmap

Benefits

• Health benefits
• Perks

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior