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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Server Infrastructure Manager - **Company:** Polaris Industries Inc. - **Location:** Medina, MN, United States - **Experience:** Experienced - **Salary:** $127,000.0 - $157,000.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Microsoft Windows, Microsoft Azure, Backup Devices, Data Centers, Linux, Disaster Recovery, Infrastructure as a Service (IaaS), IT Management, Virtual Machines, Virtualization Technology, Software Vulnerability Management, Cloud Platform System, System Availability, Information Technology, Data Management, Hardware Infrastructure, Vmware - **Published:** July 3, 2026 - **Apply:** https://polaris.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/PolarisJobs/job/Medina-MN-USA/Server-Infrastructure-Manager_R30250 ## About the Role * Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field. * 8+ years of experience in infrastructure engineering and operations. * 3+ years of experience managing infrastructure or server teams. * Proven experience operating and maintaining enterprise-scale, on-premises infrastructure environments. * Experience with data center operations, migrations, or consolidation efforts. * Working knowledge of hybrid infrastructure environments, including Azure IaaS services such as virtual machines, networking, and identity integration. * Knowledge of backup, disaster recovery, and business continuity strategies. * Working knowledge of ITIL or related service management practices, including incident, problem, and change management. * Experience managing team projects, including planning, prioritization, execution tracking, and delivery accountability. * Experience managing vendors, contracts, budgets, or technology refresh planning. * Preferred experience supporting manufacturing or OT environments, and relevant certifications such as VMware, Microsoft, or ITIL. * This position is not eligible for sponsorship. ## Description As the Server Infrastructure Manager, you will lead the team responsible for the strategy, engineering, and operations of Polaris' core server infrastructure environment, including on-premises compute, virtualization, storage, and Windows/Linux operating systems. In this role, you will help ensure the reliability, performance, security, and lifecycle management of foundational platforms that support enterprise and manufacturing systems. You will also guide the continued evolution of hybrid infrastructure capabilities, including selective expansion of Azure-based IaaS services over time. This is a compelling opportunity to lead a critical infrastructure function with broad impact across enterprise technology, manufacturing operations, and long-term platform modernization., * Define and execute the roadmap for core infrastructure platforms across on-premises compute, virtualization, enterprise storage, and Windows/Linux operating systems. * Lead, develop, and coach an infrastructure team by setting priorities, building technical depth, and ensuring execution across operational support and project delivery. * Ensure high availability, performance, stability, and security of infrastructure platforms supporting enterprise and manufacturing operations. * Lead lifecycle management, capacity planning, technology refresh initiatives, and infrastructure standards across data center environments. * Guide the evolution of hybrid infrastructure capabilities, including Azure IaaS services, while maintaining stability and scalability of core platforms. * Provide technical guidance during complex infrastructure issues and major incidents, supporting timely resolution and long-term remediation. * Drive operational discipline across monitoring, alerting, patching, maintenance, change management, root cause analysis, and service health reporting. * Partner with architecture, cybersecurity, application, and IT leadership teams to align infrastructure priorities, manage risk, and communicate platform performance. * Support vulnerability remediation, patch compliance, privileged access standards, audit readiness, backup, disaster recovery, and business continuity practices. * Drive standardization and automation across provisioning, patching, monitoring, and lifecycle activities to improve reliability and reduce manual effort. * Manage infrastructure budgets, forecasting, cost optimization, vendor relationships, contracts, and service performance expectations. Desired Competencies: * Leadership: You inspire, guide, and empower others to achieve their best by setting clear direction, fostering trust, and creating an environment where people feel supported, motivated, and accountable for delivering results. * Problem Solving: You identify issues, assess root causes, and implement practical solutions that balance speed, quality, and risk. * Technical / Functional Expertise: You apply the required technical or professional knowledge to perform your role effectively and stay current within your area of expertise. ## Related Videos - [The Sustainability Race: AI's Promises, Pitfalls and Potential](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/100155-the-sustainability-race-ai-s-promises-pitfalls-and-potential) - [WebAssembly: The Next Frontier of Cloud Computing](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/972-webassembly-the-next-frontier-of-cloud-computing) - [Docker network without Docker](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1418-docker-network-without-docker) - [What makes Cybersecurity different for critical infrastructure?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/571-what-makes-cybersecurity-different-for-critical-infrastructure) - [Building the Nervous System of AI - Michael Kagan (NVIDIA)](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/2133-building-the-nervous-system-of-ai-michael-kagan-nvidia) - [Generating code with Angular schematics](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/129-generating-code-with-angular-schematics) ## Related Articles - [How We Built a Worry-Free System That Runs for 10+ Years – And What We’d Do Again](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/751-how-we-built-a-worry-free-system-that-runs-for-10-years-and-what-we-d-do-again) - [Highest Paying Tech Companies for Developers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/220-highest-paying-tech-companies-for-developers) - [What Are The Top Skills Required For Azure Developers?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/77-what-are-the-top-skills-required-for-azure-developers) - [A Guide to Green Tech and Green IT Careers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/374-a-guide-to-green-tech-and-green-it-careers) - [Fully Remote Software Engineer Jobs](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/447-fully-remote-software-engineer-jobs) - [Is Software Engineering Over-Saturated?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/418-is-software-engineering-over-saturated)