Senior Project Engineer

RainTech is a growing Managed Servidce Provider (MSP/MSSP) located in downtown Colorado Springs that was established in 2001. We are excited to offer a full-time Senior Project Engineer position to someone who wants to grow with us Join a team of professionals dedicated to delivering best-in-class service

Job Description

The Senior Project Engineer is accountable for planning, executing and delivering complex client projects, ensuring they are completed on time, within scope and to the highest technical standards. This position combines advanced hands-on engineering with leadership across the entire project lifecycle. The Senior Project Engineer is expected to architect modern, scalable solutions across cloud, network, server, security and end-user platforms. The position requires strong technical depth, excellent communication skills, and the ability to serve as a trusted advisor to clients and internal teams.

Key Responsibilities

Project Engineering & Delivery

• Lead technical design, planning, and implementation of projects such as Azure and Microsoft 365 deployments, server migrations, network redesigns, and datacenter modernization
• Architect Azure IaaS, PaaS, and SaaS solutions with emphasis on advanced networking, identity, governance, automation, cost management and high availability
• Design and deploy Azure Virtual Desktop (AVD) environments with Entra ID Intune, security baselines, automation, and multi-region BCDR strategies
• Plan and deliver enterprise-grade networking solutions including LAN/WAN, SDWAN, VPN, BGP, OSPF, firewalls, segmentation, NSGs, routing, load balancing, and hybrid connectivity
• Lead migrations from legacy or unsupported environments to modern cloud platforms using best practices and Microsoft Well Architected Framework principles
• Architect and deploy on-prem and hybrid server solutions using Windows Server, Active Directory, ADCS, DNS, DHCP, file services, clustering and VMware or Hyper-V virtualization
• Develop project scopes, runbooks, diagrams and documentation that support clear execution and seamless handoff to the RainTech Support Desk
• Meet agreed-upon utilization targets while maintaining quality and documentation standards
• Collaborate with Client Success Manager to translate business needs into technical project solutions

Leadership & Client Engagement

• Provide mentorship and technical guidance to project engineers and support technicians
• Serve as a trusted technical advisor during project engagements
• Communicate technical concepts in a clear, client-friendly manner
• Provide recommendations on technology solutions that align with client goals
• Champion quality, security, and best practices in all project work

Qualifications

• (Required) 7+ years in IT engineering roles, with at least 3 years in a project capacity within an MSP or MSSP environment
• (Required) Degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, or related field – or equivalent experience
• (Required) Proven ability to lead technical projects from design to completion
• (Required) Expertise in Microsoft Azure, including Azure Virtual Desktop, Entra ID, and Conditional Access
• (Required) Expertise in Microsoft 365 including Exchange, Teams, SharePoint Online, Intune, Autopilot, and identity security
• (Required) Strong knowledge of Windows Server, Active Directory, virtualization (VMware and Hyper-V), storage, clustering, and datacenter architecture
• (Required) Advanced networking competency including Cisco (FTD, FMC, ASA, Catalyst, ISR/ASR, SDWAN), Fortigate, Palo Alto, and Ubiquiti solutions
• (Required) Experience implementing cybersecurity controls including SIEM, SOC processes, endpoint security, and Zero Trust
• (Required) Experience with professional services automation (PSA) and remote monitoring and management (RMM)
• (Preferred) Experience with automation/scripting
• (Preferred) Familiarity with compliance frameworks (CMMC, HIPPA, SOC 2)
• (Preferred) Experience designing multi-cloud or hybrid-cloud architectures including AWS and OCI integrations

Required Skills

• Service oriented mindset skills
• Effective team leadership capabilities
• Strong sense of empathy and client understanding
• Critical thinking and sound decision-making
• Effective problem-solving abilities
• Conflict resolution and interpersonal skills
• Ability to thrive in both independent and collaborative roles
• Excellent written and verbal communication
• Professional demeanor and conduct
• Emotional intelligence

Work Environment

In office, downtown Colorado Springs. Occasional remote work is available.

Pay: $120, $160,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• AD&D insurance
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Vision insurance

Experience:

• project engineering: 5 years (Preferred)

Work Location: In person