WW Grainger

Technical Architect - Infrastructure Platform & Digital Workplace

WW Grainger • $146K — $243K *
US-AnywhereRemote in Illinois, US
Enterprise Technology
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's Degree or equivalent experience required
  • 7+ years in infrastructure/platform engineering or architecture roles
  • 7+ years of designing and maintaining enterprise-scale infrastructure and platform solutions
  • 7+ years of experience with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, Google Cloud)
  • Strong background in server and virtualization (Nutanix, VMWare, KVM) and enterprise networking (Cisco, Juniper)
  • Familiarity with platforms like SAP and enterprise security requirements
  • Experience with observability solutions and modern platforms like OpenTelemetry and Datadog.

Responsibilities

  • Design and implement infrastructure solutions
  • Collaborate with internal and external partners across various domains
  • Develop automation strategies for streamlined infrastructure provisioning
  • Architect and optimize platform infrastructure across multiple services
  • Ensure infrastructure solutions meet performance, reliability, and security needs
  • Document designs, processes, and procedures for future scalability
  • Prototype and test new technologies to drive infrastructure innovation.

Benefits

  • Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance starting day one
  • 23 PTO days annually plus 6 company holidays
  • 6% company contribution to a 401(k) without employee contribution
  • Employee discounts, tuition reimbursement, and financial counseling
  • Maternity and nursing support programs with paid leave benefits
Full Job Description
Work Location Type: Remote

Req Number 333695

Compensation

The anticipated base pay compensation range for this position is $146,200.00 - $243,600.00. This role is eligible for an incentive target of up to 20% or $, based on the achievement of individual and company performance objectives in accordance with the current terms of the incentive program which are subject to change.

Rewards and Benefits

With benefits starting on day one, our programs provide choice and flexibility to meet team members' individual needs, including:
  • Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance plans with coverage starting on day one of employment and 6 free sessions each year with a licensed therapist to support your emotional wellbeing.
  • 23 paid time off (PTO) days annually for full-time employees (accrual prorated based on employment start date) and 6 company holidays per year.
  • 6% company contribution to a 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan each pay period, no employee contribution required.
  • Employee discounts, tuition reimbursement, student loan refinancing and free access to financial counseling, education, and tools.
  • Maternity support programs, nursing benefits, and up to 14 weeks paid leave for birth parents and up to 4 weeks paid leave for non-birth parents.


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Grainger Benefits

The pay range provided above is not a guarantee of compensation. The range reflects the potential base pay for this role at the time of this posting based on the job grade for this position. Individual base pay compensation will depend, in part, on factors such as geographic work location and relevant experience and skills.

The anticipated compensation range described above is subject to change and the compensation ultimately paid may be higher or lower than the range described above.

Grainger reserves the right to amend, modify, or terminate its compensation and benefit programs in its sole discretion at any time, consistent with applicable law.

Position Details

You will have an in-depth domain knowledge and expertise in enterprise infrastructure platforms and systems design. This role will have extensive experience in designing, implementing, and maintaining complex IT infrastructure solutions with a strong focus on platform infrastructure and systems integration. This role will collaborate closely with lead engineers and architects in Infrastructure, Security, Cloud Platform, and Business Function to support new technology and develop new services to support Grainger globally. This role needs to bring a systems-thinking perspective, optimizing interaction patterns between capabilities within their specific domain and across domains with other Architects.

You Will

  • Design and implement infrastructure solutions
  • Partner with internal architects and engineers, as well as external partners across
  • Infrastructure, Security, Cloud, and Business Function domains, to deliver scalable,
  • resilient, and secure enterprise solutions
  • Develop and execute automation strategies to streamline infrastructure provisioning and
  • operations
  • Architect and optimize platform infrastructure across cloud, compute, containers, storage,
  • observability, and related shared services
  • Ensure infrastructure solutions meet the performance, reliability, and security needs of
  • mission-critical applications.
  • Support intake and onboarding of new technologies, ensuring alignment with enterprise
  • infrastructure and platform standards.
  • Stay current with industry trends in cloud, platform engineering, infrastructure
  • modernization, automation, and emerging technologies.
  • Document infrastructure and platform designs, processes, and operational procedures to
  • support knowledge sharing and future scalability.
  • Prototype and test new technologies, driving innovation in infrastructure services that enhance agility and responsiveness.
  • Provide technical guidance to engineering teams during the implementation of infrastructure and platform solutions supporting Business Function initiatives


You Have

  • Bachelor's Degree or equivalent experience required
  • 7+ years Experience in infrastructure/platform engineering or architecture roles, with direct exposure to enterprise platform and shared infrastructure technologies preferred
  • 7+ years Designing and maintaining enterprise-scale infrastructure and platform solutions supporting business-critical applications and services.
  • 7+ years Experience with cloud platforms (e.g., AWS, Azure, Google Cloud), especially in hybrid or edge deployments
  • 7+ years Experience with infrastructure platforms, automation, containers, observability, or related technologies in enterprise environments.
  • Strong background in one or more infrastructure technologies, including server and virtualization (e.g., Nutanix, VMWare, KVM), enterprise networking (e.g., Cisco, Juniper), cloud, containers, storage, or observability.
  • Familiarity with various platforms (e.g., SAP) and their infrastructure dependencies.
  • Familiarity with enterprise security and governance requirements for infrastructure platforms.
  • Experience designing and implementing enterprise observability and reliability solutions, including telemetry collection, service monitoring, distributed tracing, event correlation, and operational intelligence preferred.
  • Experience with modern observability platforms and standards such as OpenTelemetry, Datadog, Splunk, AppDynamics, CloudWatch, Prometheus/Grafana, or comparable technologies preferred.

About WW Grainger

W.W. Grainger (NYSE: GWW), with 2008 sales of $6.9 billion, is the leading broad-line supplier of facilities maintenance products serving businesses and institutions in the United States, Canada, Mexico, China, India and Panama. Through a highly integrated network including nearly 600 branches, 18 distribution centers and multiple Web sites, Grainger's employees help customers get the job done, saving them time and money by having the right products to keep their facilities running.

WW Grainger Careers

Join the dynamic team at WW Grainger, a leading broad line supplier of maintenance, repair, and operating products, where job opportunities abound in an environment ripe with innovation and leadership. At WW Grainger, we are committed to fostering an inclusive culture that values diversity and encourages professional growth through comprehensive diversity training and leadership development.

Work You’ll Do

At WW Grainger, you’ll be part of a robust team that’s dedicated to excellence. Whether you’re looking to start your career through our internship programs or seeking to advance as a seasoned professional, WW Grainger offers a path filled with opportunities for growth and learning. Our team members are equipped with the skills needed to lead industries and drive innovation at every level of the company.

Explore Job Opportunities and Employment

WW Grainger is not just hiring; we are building a future. Explore the numerous job opportunities across various departments where you can put your skills to test and contribute to our mission. From positions in supply chain management to customer service, technology to sales, WW Grainger seeks passionate, curious, and solution-driven team players.

Innovate and Lead

Join a company where innovation is at the core of our business strategy. WW Grainger’s leadership in the industry is enhanced by our commitment to innovation and continuous improvement. Our employees are encouraged to think big and act boldly, driving change that influences the entire market.

Career Development and Benefits

Invest in your future with WW Grainger’s unmatched career development programs. Go as far as your ambition takes you with near-limitless opportunities to advance your career supported by extensive training, development, and certification support. Enjoy a comprehensive benefits package that supports the health, well-being, and financial security of our employees and their families.

Internship Programs and Entry-Level Positions

Kickstart your career with WW Grainger through our internship programs or entry-level positions. Gain hands-on experience, build your resume, and make invaluable networking connections that will pave the way for a successful career. Our internships provide a unique insight into the workings of a major company and serve as a gateway to full-time employment.

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Learn more about WW Grainger
Size
22,700 employees
Market Cap
$28.3 billion
Industry
Net Income
$695 million
Founded
1927
5 Year Trend
+5.1%
Revenue
$11.7 billion
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