AWS Platform Engineer Principal

AWS Platform Engineer Principal – Systems/IT – Corporate – Columbus, IN

We are looking for a talented AWS Platform Engineer Principal to join our team specializing in Systems/IT for our Corporate organization in Columbus, IN.

• Drive automation excellence by designing and implementing scalable solutions that streamline infrastructure provisioning, reduce manual effort, and accelerate deployment cycles.
• Set technical direction by leading the creation of system architectures, infrastructure designs, and detailed documentation that guide consistent, high‑quality solution delivery.
• Ensure secure, high‑performing systems by actively participating in design, cybersecurity, and code reviews to uphold architectural standards, security principles, and performance expectations.
• Enable seamless integration by collaborating with cross‑functional teams to ensure new solutions align with and enhance existing infrastructure and platforms.
• Strengthen system resilience by identifying vulnerabilities and leading enhancements that improve system stability, security posture, and overall reliability.
• Optimize performance and availability by proactively monitoring system health, analyzing trends, and driving tuning and capacity planning initiatives across environments.
• Lead complex issue resolution by troubleshooting and resolving critical infrastructure challenges, minimizing downtime and ensuring business continuity.
• Deliver strategic integrations by partnering with vendors and internal teams to plan and execute complex system integrations that support business growth and innovation.

• Significant relevant experience required.
• 5‑7 years of experience in AWS platform engineering and automation.
• Security & Compliance Principles – apply standards, tools, and best practices to embed security, privacy, and compliance across the lifecycle.
• Programming Principles – design, write, configure, test, and maintain secure, scalable, and reliable software/solutions/systems.
• Data Principles – govern, model, secure, and observe data flows to ensure integrity, quality, and compliance.
• Modern Development Practices – use Agile/Dev Sec Ops , CI/CD, automated testing, and infrastructure‑as‑code.
• Solution Design – translate business requirements into integrated designs, architectures, patterns, and system interactions.
• System Architecture – create and evolve architecture blueprints to ensure scalability, resilience, security, and long‑term efficiency.
• Demonstrating Mastery – maintain knowledge and proficiency in relevant domains, tools, technologies, and frameworks through targeted credentials and rigorous proficiency.
• Strategic and Innovative Thinking – evaluate business and technology trends, anticipate future needs, and frame innovations to shape strategy.
• Technical Passion & Drive – model curiosity and excitement for technology, self‑initiating continuous development and experimentation with emerging technologies.
• Driving Effective Outcomes – take ownership, act with urgency, and initiate action to turn goals into clear plans, decisions, and cadences.
• Engaging with Impact – communicate with clarity and purpose, align stakeholders, build trust, and influence coordinated action across teams.
• Values Differences – recognize the value that different perspectives and cultures bring to an organization.
• Ensuring Customer Success – embrace a customer‑first mindset to deliver outcomes linked to customer needs and business priorities.

• College, university, or equivalent degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Business, or related subject, or relevant equivalent experience required.
• Compliance with export controls or sanctions regulations may require licensing.

• Significant relevant experience required.
• 5‑7 years of experience.

7–9+ years of hands‑on expertise in automation using Terraform and Cloud Formation, resource deployment through Git Hub CI/CD, and strong platform governance.

• Platform Automation & Deployment: design, automate, and deploy AWS resources using CI/CD pipelines.
• Guide the team on technical…