It engineer Jobs in Chicago, IL

Description

We are a global leader in food & beverage ingredients. Pioneers at heart, we operate at the forefront of consumer trends to provide food & beverage manufacturers with products and ingredients that will delight their consumers. Making a positive impact on people and planet is all part of the delight. With a deep-rooted presence in the countries where our ingredients are grown, we are closer to farmers, enabling better quality, and more reliable, traceable and transparent supply. Supplying products and ingredients at scale is just the start. We add value through our unique, complementary portfolio of natural, delicious and nutritious products. With our fresh thinking, we help our customers unleash the sensory and functional attributes of cocoa, coffee, dairy, nuts and spices so they can create naturally good food & beverage products that meet consumer expectations. And whoever we’re with, whatever we’re doing, we always make it real.

Position Summary:

Reporting to the Director, Cloud Computing – IT, the IT Infrastructure Engineer – Server & Virtualization is responsible for leading the strategic planning, design, implementation, and lifecycle management of servers, storages, backup infrastructure and virtualization platforms such as VMware and Hyper-V across the organization. This role ensures high availability, performance, scalability, and security of compute environments, both cloud-hosted and on-premises data systems while aligning with business and compliance requirements. The candidate is also expected to manage the VDI and Microsoft 365 environments, and exposure to a mature operational AWS environment.

The ideal candidate will be responsible for the Servers & Virtualized environments and various projects planning and execution in a similar domain. Selected candidate will take an active role in the ongoing migration of our on-premises/Azure infrastructure to the AWS cloud platform. This role requires a deep understanding of cloud computing, Azure/AWS services, and cloud migration strategies.

The ideal candidate should also possess strong communication, IT Technical, planning, process improvement, and strategic decision-making skills. A proven ability to work creatively and analytically in a problem-solving environment will be required for success in this position.

Position Responsibilities:

• Server & Virtualization
  • Architect, deploy, and Cree maintain VMware vSphere and Microsoft Hyper-V environments, including clusters, hosts, and virtual machines.
  • Manage Windows Server infrastructure (2016/2019/2022), including Active Directory, DNS, DHCP, SCCM, VDI, Group Policy and Microsoft 365 tenant
  • Lead server provisioning, patching, and lifecycle management across physical and virtual environments.
  • Monitor system performance and proactively resolve issues to ensure optimal uptime and resource utilization of servers & the virtual environments
  • Drive automation to improve operational maturity in the Servers, Storage, Backup and Virtualization domains
  • Manage cost optimization and vendor relationships
• Storage & Backup
  • Collaborate with global teams to standardize server builds, backup strategies, and disaster recovery plans.
  • Manage Storage solutions and Backup infrastructure
  • Monitor system performance and proactively resolve issues to ensure optimal uptime and resource utilization of storages and backup infrastructure
• Documentation and Training
  • Create and maintain detailed documentation of the procedures, configurations, and best practices. Provide training and support to internal teams on Compute platforms.
• Security & Compliance
  • Ensure servers, storages, backup and virtualization platforms meet regulatory and internal security standards.
  • Work with InfoSec to implement encryption, access controls, and audit mechanisms.
• Team Leadership
  • Lead a team of Server & Storage Engineers and Operations staff.
  • Foster a culture of innovation, accountability, and continuous improvement.
• Monitoring & Reporting
  • Implement robust monitoring and alerting systems.
  • Provide regular performance and capacity reports to leadership.
• Vendor Management
  • Collaborate with vendors to ensure effective service delivery and cost optimization.
  • Monitor SLA performance and drive continuous service delivery improvement.
  • Negotiate contracts and maintain strong relationships with technology partners.
• Financial Management
  • Develop operating expense and capital global budgets annually and monitor actuals to plan and reforecast monthly.
  • Lead an ongoing cost reduction program to eliminate, consolidate, or renegotiate IT hardware, software, and services while improving IT services to our global business.
• Collaboration
  • Work closely with other IT teams including Cyber Security, Applications Development, and the Project Management Office to deliver seamless services.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional stakeholders to ensure alignment with business needs.

Position Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field.
• 7+ years of experience in IT Infrastructure systems engineering with a focus on virtualization and server infrastructure.
• Deep expertise in VMware vSphere (vCenter, ESXi) and Microsoft Hyper-V. Strong knowledge of Windows Server OS, Active Directory, SCCM, and PowerShell scripting.
• Experience in designing and maintaining an efficient cloud-based VDI platform
• Experience with enterprise backup solutions (e.g., Veritas NetBackup, Veeam)
• Familiarity with server hardware platforms (Dell, HPE) and SAN/NAS storage systems.
• Good understanding of networking fundamentals (TCP/IP, VLANs, firewalls)
• Expertise in cloud platforms (AWS, Azure) and Microsoft 365 services.
• Certifications such as AWS/Azure Architect, or similar are a plus.
• Preferred Skills:
  • Strong understanding of ITIL, Agile, and SRE principles.
  • Experience with hybrid and multi-cloud environments.
  • Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.

ofi provides employees with a comprehensive & competitive benefits package that is designed to support your career, health, and future. A Rewarding Career Awaits!

The pay for this role ranges from $108,000-$155,000 annually and is based on the position responsibilities and geographic location. Actual pay within this range may be determined based on the candidate's experience, qualifications, and/or other determining factors.

Performance-based Bonuses: Discretionary bonus rewarding company performance as well as your contributions and impact, for eligible roles.

Comprehensive & Affordable Benefits: Coverage for you (and your eligible dependents) with plans designed for peace of mind and savings for the future.

A Culture of Well-being: Paid Volunteer time off, access to events, resources, and learning opportunities that inspire a physical, social, emotional, and financial well-being for you and your family.

Family Support: Paid parental leave, Fertility benefits and lactation support, including milk shipping for traveling employees.

Additional Perks That Make a Difference:

• Vacation time from Day 1 – Your time off starts accruing immediately, growing with your tenure.
• Paid Sick Leave – Rest, recover, and return strong – with paid sick leave on ofi.
• Company Paid Holidays – ofi values work-life balance and the importance of celebrating life’s special moments.
• 401K Match on Day 1 – Invest in your future with our competitive retirement savings program.
• Career Growth & Learning – Join a company committed to developing talent, fostering innovation, and creating meaningful opportunities.

At ofi, we don’t just offer jobs—we provide careers built on impact, inclusion, and innovation. Come grow with us!

ofi provides equality of opportunity for all persons with respect to hiring without discrimination on the grounds of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, pregnancy, age, disability, veteran status, or sexual orientation. All employment will be decided on the basis of qualifications, merit and business need. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, you may contact us for support at: US-Talent.Acquisition@ofi.com

At ofi, we celebrate our diversity. Olam Americas LLC is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace.

Note: This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. Employee may perform other related duties as negotiated to meet the ongoing needs of the organization.