Wolverine World Wide

Global footwear company with multiple brands

Lead Infrastructure Engineer - Multiple Teams

System AdministrationConfirmed live in the last 24 hours

Full-timeRockford, MI, USANo salary listedIn-person

About the Job

Requirements

At least 10 years of enterprise infrastructure experience designing, building, and supporting modern system architecture.
Ability to design technically strong solutions aligned with business strategy.
Experience working successfully in cross-functional environments while balancing autonomy and collaboration.
Strong communication, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
Experience leading go-live and post-go-live support while managing multiple initiatives.
Experience building and maintaining systems aligned with ISO 27001, SOC 2, and PCI compliance standards.
Ability to work at deep technical levels and communicate strategically.
Bachelor’s degree in Computer Information Systems or Computer Science, or equivalent experience (12+ years).
Nasuni administration and design or similar experience.
Commvault administration and design or similar experience.
SAN storage administration.
Brocade Fibre Channel storage networking experience.

Responsibilities

Architect infrastructure solutions balancing cost, efficiency, and impact, centered on Microsoft Azure and the broader Microsoft ecosystem.
Lead cross-functional initiatives, translate business needs into scalable infrastructure solutions, and deliver them on time and within budget.
Serve as a key consultant and escalation point for high-priority technical issues.
Own infrastructure reliability, security, service performance, risk assessment, disaster recovery, and change management.
Oversee implementation, resolve problems, and drive operational excellence.
Define and guide large-scale initiatives, including Statements of Work and Service Level Agreements.
Participate in an on-call rotation and uphold high global service standards.
Act as a hands-on expert and mentor, empowering team members and driving accountability.
Support budget planning and monthly cost allocation in partnership with leadership.
Contribute to hiring and team growth decisions and provide input on recruiting strategy.
Manage and account for organizational infrastructure assets and resources.
Collaborate across teams to meet customer and business needs.
Perform additional duties as assigned.

Desired Qualifications

Experience with Pure Storage and HPE 3PAR is preferred for SAN storage administration.
Cisco UCS, Central, and Intersight administration and design.
VMware administration.
Microsoft Azure administration.

Wolverine World Wide, Inc. (NYSE:WWW) is one of the world’s leading designers, marketers, and licensors of footwear and apparel; It’s global footprint spans 170 countries and territories. The Company’s portfolio includes Merrell®, Saucony®, Sweaty Betty®, Hush Puppies®, Wolverine®, Chaco®, Bates®, HYTEST®, and Stride Rite®. The Company is also the global footwear licensee of brands Cat® and Harley-Davidson®.

In 2025, the Company was recognized by Footwear News as Company of the Year, by Forbes as one of America’s Dream Employers, America’s Best Employers for Women, and America’s Best Employers for Company Culture, and by Inspiring Workplaces as one of the Most Inspiring Workplaces Globally.

Wolverine Worldwide is a Certified™ Great Place To Work®.

Bring deep expertise across enterprise infrastructure, with a track record of designing, building, and supporting modern system architectures at scale. This role leverages hands-on experience with platforms such as Commvault, Nasuni, Pure Storage, Brocade Fibre Channel, Microsoft Azure, and HPE 3PAR and MSA to drive reliability, performance, and innovation across the environment.

Primary Duties

Architect infrastructure solutions that balance cost, efficiency, and impact, centered on Microsoft Azure and the broader Microsoft ecosystem
Lead cross-functional initiatives, translating business needs into scalable infrastructure solutions delivered on time and within budget
Serve as a key consultant and escalation point for high-priority technical issues
Own infrastructure reliability, security, service performance, risk assessment, disaster recovery, and change management
Drive best-in-class delivery through implementation oversight, problem resolution, and operational excellence
Define and guide large-scale initiatives, including Statements of Work and Service Level Agreements
Participate in an on-call rotation, upholding high global service standards
Act as both a hands-on expert and mentor, empowering team members while driving accountability
Support budget planning and monthly cost allocation in partnership with leadership
Contribute to hiring and team growth decisions, providing input on recruiting strategy
Manage and account for organizational infrastructure assets and resources
Collaborate across teams to meet customer and business needs
Perform additional duties as assigned

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Experience

10+ years of enterprise infrastructure experience designing, building, and supporting modern system architecture
Ability to design solutions that are technically strong and aligned with business strategy
Proven success in cross-functional environments balancing autonomy and collaboration
Strong communication, analytical, and problem-solving skills
Experience leading go-live and post-go-live support while managing multiple initiatives
Experience building and maintaining systems aligned to ISO 27001, SOC 2, and PCI compliance standards
Ability to operate at both deep technical levels and high-level strategic communication
Bachelor’s degree in Computer Information Systems, Computer Science, or equivalent experience (12+ years)

Required

Nasuni administration and design or similar
Commvault administration and design or similar
SAN storage administration, with preference for Pure Storage and HPE 3PAR
Brocade Fibre Channel storage networking

Preferred

Cisco UCS, Central, and Intersight administration and design
VMware administration
Microsoft Azure administration

Working Conditions

Must be based in Michigan or willing to relocate to Michigan

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The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed and are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills which may be required.

Wolverine Worldwide, Inc. is committed to creating a company that is as diverse as our consumers. We value the differences in one another and believe our differences make us stronger. Our diverse and inclusive corporate culture starts with the recruitment process. We are committed to being an equal opportunity employer. We aim to create equal opportunities for our associates, customers, and suppliers regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other legally protected characteristic.

About the Company

Wolverine World Wide

Global footwear company with multiple brands

Wolverine World Wide is a global footwear company that owns and manages a diverse portfolio of brands, including Saucony, Keds, Stride Rite, and Sperry Top-Sider. The company develops and sells a range of shoes and related products for everyday wear and performance across its brand lineup. Its products are produced through the company’s network of brands, suppliers, and manufacturing partners, offering different styles, materials, and price points to meet various consumer needs. Wolverine World Wide differentiates itself by consolidating well-known heritage brands under one corporate umbrella, pursuing growth through strategic acquisitions and brand expansion, and emphasizing sustainability in its product design and operations. Its goal is to provide high-quality footwear at scale while expanding its global footprint and ensuring responsible, long-term value for customers and stakeholders.

Company size: 1,001-5,000
Company stage: IPO
Headquarters: Rockford, MI
Founded: 1883

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