Platform Engineer II

Midcontinent Independent System Operator, Inc.Carmel, IN

$125,000 - $150,000 / year

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Overview

Schedule

Full-time

Career level

Senior-level

Remote

On-site

Compensation

$125,000-$150,000/year

Benefits

Paid Vacation

Paid Sick Leave

401k Matching/Retirement Savings

Job Description

As MISO's Platform Engineer II, you'll help ensure our cloud platforms stay secure, reliable, and operating at their best. Your work will center on automation, process improvement, and enhancing the overall health of our cloud environment. You'll contribute to our cloud governance strategy, build automation and self‑service tools, and support both private and public cloud solutions. You'll also work hands‑on with technologies like GitHub, Terraform, GitOps, Azure, AWS, and Oracle.

We're increasingly incorporating AI into our platform operations, so you'll have opportunities to use generative AI, large language models, and AI‑assisted frameworks to improve the platform and create new capabilities. This role is ideal for someone experienced in cloud technologies, Kubernetes, and automation tooling who is excited about applying emerging AI technologies to modern platform engineering. If you enjoy using automation and cloud engineering to make systems smarter, faster, and more efficient, you'll thrive here.

As MISO's Platform Engineer II, you will:

Drive secure, rapid platform development while ensuring high system availability through proactive monitoring and observability.
Evaluate and apply AI‑assisted engineering technologies, including generative AI, LLMs, prompt engineering, RAG, and agent frameworks, to advance Platform Operations and capabilities.
Troubleshoot and optimize complex distributed systems with a strong customer‑focused mindset and continuous improvement orientation.
Collaborate across engineering, infrastructure, and security teams to mature cloud adoption, configuration management, and governance practices.
Enhance operational efficiency through scripting, automation, orchestration, and the use of modern coding assistants and automation tools.
Participate in a 24x7 on-call rotation.

To be successful as our Platform Engineer II, we are looking for the following:

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, AI, or related field, or 6-8 years of relevant work experience
Proficiency with CI/CD pipelines and automation tooling, including GitHub Actions, server automation, and network automation.
Strong scripting capabilities using Shell, Python, and PowerShell across multiple operating systems (UNIX, Windows, Linux).
Hands‑on experience with Azure cloud technologies, such as AKS, Azure Data Services, Azure AI Foundry, identity services, networking, ADFS, and cloud cost/capacity management.
Deep familiarity with modern platform engineering frameworks and tools including GitOps, Kubernetes, Ansible, Rancher, Docker, Grafana, and Prometheus.

Appropriate level will be determined based upon experience and knowledge.

Transformative innovation is happening in the electric industry, from digitalizing homes and distributed resources to renewable energy and an ever-changing grid. MISO manages the electricity superhighway in the Central U.S. and through use of groundbreaking research and advanced technology, our highly skilled employees ensure power flows reliably to 45 million Americans. Operating the electricity grid, running a robust energy market, planning for a bright future - it's what our immensely hardworking and dedicated team does every day.

The base salary compensation range being offered for this role is $125,000 - $150,000 USD annually. Base salary range for this position is included in accordance with requirements of various state/local pay transparency legislation. Please note that salaries may vary for different individuals in the same role based on several factors, including but not limited to location of the role, individual competencies, education/professional certifications, and qualifications/experience.

Position is also eligible for an annual bonus if individual performance and company objectives are met. At MISO we offer a comprehensive benefits package, including 401k, vacation, sick and safe time, available on your first day of employment.

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What is the work location for this position at Midcontinent Independent System Operator, Inc.?

This job at Midcontinent Independent System Operator, Inc. is located in Carmel, IN, according to the details provided by the employer. Some roles may also include multiple work locations depending on the requirement.

What pay range can candidates expect for this role at Midcontinent Independent System Operator, Inc.?

Candidates can expect a pay range of $125,000 and $150,000 per year.

What employment applies to this position at Midcontinent Independent System Operator, Inc.?

Midcontinent Independent System Operator, Inc. lists this role as a Full-time position.

What experience level is required for this role at Midcontinent Independent System Operator, Inc.?

Midcontinent Independent System Operator, Inc. is looking for a candidate with "Senior-level" experience level.

What benefits are offered by Midcontinent Independent System Operator, Inc. for this role?

Midcontinent Independent System Operator, Inc. offers following benefits: Paid Vacation, Paid Sick Leave, and 401k Matching/Retirement Savings for this position. Actual benefits may vary depending on the employer's policies and employment terms.

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