Client Architect

Post Date

Jun 13, 2025

Location

Milford,
Ohio

ZIP/Postal Code

45150
US
Aug 13, 2025 Insight Global

Job Type

Perm

Category

Architect

Req #

CIN-787681

Pay Rate

$170k - $200k (estimate)

Job Description

A client is seeking a detail-oriented Client Architecture Engineer to join their Technology & Innovation Architecture and Standards organization. This role is integral to ensuring the seamless integration and management of both client and server environments in support of software development operations for the client. The ideal candidate will possess a strong technical background in system administration and hardware standards, developing strategies and roadmaps, and leveraging configuration management tools to optimize both client and server resources on-premise and within public cloud.

You will be responsible for driving the client strategy and management of the landscape, including defining and managing hardware and software standards for laptops and desktops, along with developing and executing roadmaps that align with the needs of the SW engineering teams. You will play a key role in managing the configuration of client and server resources and in leading automation efforts that enhance the overall management and efficiency of these environments

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Required Skills & Experience

Proven experience in client architecture and configuration management within enterprise environments, preferably supporting software development or IT operations.
Strong expertise in managing client environments (laptops and desktops) and server environments, Windows, Linux, and Mac.
Hands-on experience with configuration management solutions such as Tanium, SCCM, Ansible, Puppet, Chef, or similar tools.
Experience in use of various scripting languages such as PowerShell, Python, or similar for task automation and environment management.
Experience developing and maintaining client hardware standards, and familiarity with designing and executing client hardware strategies.
Knowledge of client and server architectures, operating systems, and best practices for managing configurations at scale, using both Active Directory and Entra Domain Services.
Strong understanding of automation frameworks and the role they play in managing and optimizing IT environments.

Nice to Have Skills & Experience

Experience with cloud-based infrastructure management or hybrid environments (e.g., Azure, AWS).
Familiarity with DevOps practices and CI/CD pipelines
Strong project management skills and experience with Agile methodologies.
Certification(s) related to OS administration, configuration management tools, and cloud use. (e.g., MCSA, MCSE, Microsoft Certified: Identity and Access Admin Associate (SC-300), Microsoft Certified: Azure Admin Associate (AZ-104), Red Hat Certified Engineer, Linux Foundation Cert Eng, AWS Cert. Sol. Arch.,).

Benefit packages for this role will start on the 31st day of employment and include medical, dental, and vision insurance, as well as HSA, FSA, and DCFSA account options, and 401k retirement account access with employer matching. Employees in this role are also entitled to paid sick leave and/or other paid time off as provided by applicable law.