Infrastructure Engineer Principal

Job Posting End Date
08-05-2026

Please note the job posting will close on the day before the posting end date.

Job Summary We are seeking a highly skilled Senior Infrastructure Platform Engineer to join our enterprise technology team. This role is responsible for operational support of complex infrastructure platforms and services, and requires proficiency across application, compute, network, and cloud-relevant technologies.

You will play a critical role - supporting reliable, scalable, and secure technology solutions, while partnering with architecture, engineering, and business teams to ensure alignment with enterprise standards and operational excellence.

Job Description

What you’ll do:

Principal operational support resource for complex infrastructure solutions across hybrid environments

Perform advanced analysis, performance tuning, and root cause troubleshooting

Ensure adherence to change, incident, and problem management processes

Develop and maintain technical documentation, including standards, procedures, and architecture diagrams

Drive improvements in automation, monitoring, and observability

Support enterprise patching and vulnerability management efforts

Collaborate with engineering teams, architects, and business stakeholders to improve operational readiness and service reliability

Contribute to governance and support models across private, public, and hybrid cloud platforms

Mentor team members and provide technical leadership across initiatives

Required Technical

Experience:

Strong experience with Web and Application Server platforms

Hands-on expertise in JVM administration, monitoring, and performance tuning

Experience with message queuing technologies (e.g., IBM MQ or equivalent)
Knowledge of PKI and machine identity management

Experience with container platforms (Open Shift, EKS, ROSA)
Understanding of server load balancing (SLB) concepts and administration

Familiarity with infrastructure automation and scripting strategies

What We're Looking For:

Education:

Bachelor's degree in computer science, engineering, or related technical field is required.

Experience:

7 years of relevant work experience is required.

An equivalent combination of education and related experience may be considered.

Preferred Qualifications:

Experience working in hybrid cloud environments

Exposure to enterprise-scale monitoring and operational support models

Proficiency with observability tools such as Dynatrace and Splunk

What You Bring:

Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to operate independentlyA proactive mindset focused on reliability, performance, and continuous improvement

Excellent communication and collaboration skills across technical and non-technical teams

Ability to lead initiatives, influence outcomes, and drive accountability in a cross-functional environment

Why Join Us:

Work on mission-critical infrastructure supporting enterprise-scale applications and services

Collaborative environment with opportunities to influence architecture and operational strategy

Exposure to modern technologies across cloud, containers, and observability platforms

Opportunities for leadership, mentoring, and professional growth

American Electric Power (On-Site)#LI-Onsite#AEPCareers

At AEP, we’re more than just an energy company — we’re a team of dedicated professionals committed to delivering safe, reliable, and innovative energy solutions. Guided by our mission to put the customer first, we strive to exceed expectations by listening, responding, and continuously improving the way we serve our communities. If you're passionate about making a meaningful impact and being part of a forward-thinking organization, this is the company for you!

Compensation Data Compensation Grade:

SP20-008

Compensation Range:$98,993.00 - $The Physical Demand Level for this job is: S – Sedentary Work:
Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally (Occasionally: activity or condition exists up to 1/3 of the time) and/or a negligible amount of force frequently. (Frequently: activity or condition exists from 1/3 to 2/3 of the time) to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects, including the human body. Sedentary work involves sitting most of…