Platform Solutions Engineer

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The Platform Solutions Engineer role focuses on solving complex platform solutions problems without well-defined solutions and supporting strategic initiatives and managing multiple projects. This role provides technical guidance and works with little supervision and makes decisions that impact business strategy. This role operates with a high level of autonomy and is expected to be self-motivated, thriving in a remote work environment. This role is on the Digital Services’ Platform Solutions team, which is responsible for designing, implementing, and maintaining enterprise platform solutions—including document management, content collaboration, ITSM workflows, and integrations across Brown and Caldwell’s SaaS, PaaS, and IaaS platforms.

This role utilizes expertise in Microsoft technologies (M365 and Entra), automation, workflow, AI, enterprise application architecture, and API integration architecture. Key responsibilities include identifying opportunities to enhance platform capabilities, designing and implementing integrations, translating business requirements into technical solutions, onboarding new tools, and managing multiple enterprise platforms.

*This position is required to be located in the Denver, CO area, and will require an in-person interview as a final step in the process. 

Responsibilities 

• Act as the Technical SME: providing guidance and understanding of product features, collaborating with vendors for improvements, and integrating solutions with BC internal development.  
• Communicate updates, train support resources, and manage platform configuration. 
• Lead and complete projects/tasks for the platform team independently and collaboratively. 
• Design and build next-gen enterprise platform solutions. Improve efficiencies through automation and other technology enhancements. Propose solutions to complex business problems. 
• Ensure compliance with BC standard operating procedures, maintain confidentiality through adherence to non-disclosure agreements, and uphold all security policies to protect sensitive information and maintain organizational integrity. 
• Recommend and implement changes to align with the company’s strategic direction. 
• Document and ensure solutions adhere to security standards. 
• Act as a project manager and complete assigned tasks. 
• Tailor content to audience needs. 
• Identify limitations and drive necessary changes. 
• Work remotely and independently as required. 
• Flexibility to adapt and execute various additional assignments based on evolving needs. 

Mentorship 

• Provides mentorship, guidance, support, and knowledge-sharing to help less experienced team members develop their skills and grow within their roles. 

Skills and Competencies 

• Advanced understanding of platform administration 
• Strong project management skills 
• Expertise in comprehending and applying workflows and process automation 
• Familiarity with cloud-based content collaboration platforms 
• In-depth knowledge of data security and privacy principles 
• Experience with integration of various software and applications 
• Ability to troubleshoot and resolve complex technical issues 
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills 
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities 
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment 
• Adaptability and willingness to learn new technologies 
• Strong organizational and time management skills 
• Attention to detail and a proactive approach to tasks 
• Exceptional problem-solving abilities, particularly for complex issues without clearly defined solutions 
• Strong leadership skills for driving strategic projects and initiatives 
• Proficiency in platform administration and escalation processes 
• Expertise in project management, implementing collaboration solutions, and setting collaboration standards 
• Knowledge of workflows and process automation strategies 
• Expertise in SaaS/PaaS/IaaS platform solutions, customer support, storage, security, disaster recovery, and business continuity. 

Experience 

• Typically requires minimum of 8-years of relevant experience in platform solutions or related roles 
• Vendor management experience 
• Experience designing, implementing and maintaining enterprise ITSM ticketing systems 
• Experience managing multiple projects 
• Microsoft certifications preferred (Azure Fundamentals, Microsoft 365 Fundamentals, etc.) and/or similar on-the-job experience 

Education 

• A degree in Information Technology or any related field or equivalent experience is required. 
• ITIL Foundations certification required 

Salary Range: The anticipated starting pay range for this position is based on the employee’s primary work location and may be more or less depending upon skills, experience, and education.  These ranges may be modified in the future. 

Location A: $117,000 - $159,000 

Location B: $128,000 - $175,000

Benefits and Other Compensation:  We provide a comprehensive benefits package that promotes employee health, performance, and success which includes medical, dental, vision, short and long-term disability, life insurance, an employee assistance program, paid time off and parental leave, paid holidays, 401(k) retirement savings plan with employer match, performance-based bonus eligibility, employee referral bonuses, tuition reimbursement, pet insurance and long-term care insurance. Click here to see our full list of benefits. 

About Brown and Caldwell  

Headquartered in Walnut Creek, California, Brown and Caldwell is a full-service environmental engineering and construction firm with 50 offices and 2,100 professionals across North America and the Pacific. For more than 75 years, we have created leading-edge environmental solutions for municipalities, private industry, and government agencies. We strive to be the company of choice—to our clients, who benefit from our passion for delivering exceptional quality, and to our employees, present and future, who share our commitment to client service, collaboration, and innovation. Join us, and you will find a home where you can do your best work, reach new levels of expertise, and enjoy exceptional development opportunities. For more information, visit www.brownandcaldwell.com 

This position is subject to a pre-employment background check and a pre-employment drug test. 

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