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Job Specialization: Computer/Information Technology ➔ Network/System/Database Admin Job Description Position Objective: We are seeking a skilled and proactive Infrastructure Engineer (Infra 1) to manage, optimize, and secure our core technology infrastructure. In this role, you will be responsible for the end-to-end administration of our physical and virtual servers, network switches, and cloud environments. You will play a critical role in ensuring high availability, scalability, and robust security across all systems to support our growing business needs. Key Job Functions & Responsibilities: Server Administration: Provision, configure, maintain, and troubleshoot physical servers and virtualized environments (VMware/Hyper-V). Monitor system performance and ensure maximum uptime. Network & Switch Management: Configure, deploy, and manage managed switches, VLANs, routing, and firewalls to ensure optimal network performance, segmentation, and security. Cloud Infrastructure: Manage and optimize cloud services (AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud), including cloud storage, compute instances, backups, and cost-optimization strategies. System Maintenance & Security: Execute routine patch management, system upgrades, and firmware updates across servers and network hardware. Implement security best practices to safeguard infrastructure. Backup & Disaster Recovery: Manage data backup systems and replication strategies. Regularly test disaster recovery procedures to ensure business continuity. Monitoring & Incident Response: Utilize monitoring tools to proactively identify bottlenecks or failures. Provide Level 2/3 technical support to resolve complex infrastructure incidents. Documentation: Maintain up-to-date documentation of network topology, server configurations, asset inventories, and standard operating procedures (SOPs). Job Requirements & Qualifications: Education: Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Computer Engineering, or a related field. Experience: Minimum of 3–5 years of hands-on experience in system administration, network engineering, and cloud management. Technical Skills: Proficiency in Windows Server and/or Linux operating systems. Strong knowledge of networking protocols (TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP) and hands-on experience with managed switches (Cisco, HP, Aruba, etc.). Experience with virtualization technologies (VMware ESXi, vCenter, Hyper-V). Hands-on experience with Cloud platforms (AWS or Azure preferred). Certifications (Advantageous): CCNA, MCSA/MCSE, AWS Certified Solutions Architect, or Azure Administrator Associate. Soft Skills: Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, ability to work independently under pressure, and excellent communication skills for cross-functional collaboration.
Here's how to pick the right one and stand out in your application.
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That number is real. WorkMundi's database shows 144,883 open engineer roles across the world. India has the most with 31,687 jobs, followed by the United States with 30,084. If you just finished reading one job ad and felt paralyzed by choice, you're not alone—but this scale is actually an advantage. It means you can afford to be selective.
Start by geography and language. The majority of engineer ads—117,837 of them—have the job posting text written in English. Use that as one filter, but remember: the ad text language tells you nothing about whether the role actually requires you to speak English day-to-day. Read the job description carefully. Then check which countries have the volume you're targeting. Singapore, Poland, and Australia round out the top five after India and the US.
Next, learn who's hiring. Accenture has posted 2,801 engineer roles. andurilindustries, speechify, and jobgether are also actively recruiting. If you're applying to one of these names, research their hiring patterns and interview style before you apply. That homework pays off.
When you interview, expect the question every engineer hears: 'Tell me about a time you had to debug a problem that wasn't in your job description.' Have a specific story ready—not a general one. Name the tools, the deadline pressure, and what you learned. Hiring managers listen for whether you see problem-solving as part of the role itself, not a favour.