FLEX Senior Platform Engineer – Cloud Infrastructure & Database Platform Automation

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**Additional Information**
**Job Number** 25171493
**Job Category** Information Technology
**Location** Marriott International HQ, 7750 Wisconsin Avenue, Bethesda, Maryland, United States, 20814VIEW ON MAP (https://www.google.com/maps?q=Marriott%20International%20HQ%2C%207750%20Wisconsin%20Avenue%2C%20Bethesda%2C%20Maryland%2C%20United%20States%2C%2020814)
**Schedule** Full Time
**Located Remotely?** Y
**Position Type** Management
**Pay Range:** $47.30-$80.96 per hour
**Expiration Date:** 11/06/2025

This is a temporary position.

Position Title:
Senior Platform Engineer – Cloud Infrastructure & Database Platform Automation

Job Summary
Marriott International is looking for a motivated and detail-oriented Platform Engineer to support the automation and management of our cloud infrastructure and database platform.

This is an opportunity for an engineer with a strong foundation in infrastructure as code, DevOps, cloud technologies (AWS), and infrastructure automation to grow their skills in a collaborative, enterprise-scale environment.

In this role, you will contribute to the development and maintenance of scalable infrastructure modules and patterns, support cloud database platform engineering, and help drive automation.

You’ll work closely with senior engineers and cross-functional teams, taking ownership of your deliverables and communicating effectively to ensure alignment and success.

Key Responsibilities Infrastructure Automation & Support
· Assist in developing and maintaining Terraform modules for cloud infrastructure provisioning.

· Support the deployment and configuration of Couchbase, Capella, and AWS-managed database capabilities.

· Collaborate with engineers and architects to implement automation for database operations and monitoring.

Platform Operations
· Deliver automation to support routine operations and self service for Marriott’s cloud database platform, ensuring reliability and performance.

· Help troubleshoot issues and contribute to continuous improvement of platform stability.

Communication & Collaboration
· Work closely with application teams and stakeholders to understand requirements and deliver solutions.

· Communicate clearly and proactively, providing updates, documentation, and support as needed.

Learning & Growth
· Take initiative to learn new tools and technologies, especially in areas like observability (Dynatrace) and policy as code.

· Contribute to documentation, diagrams, and knowledge sharing to support team success.

Required Qualifications
· Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field (or equivalent experience).

· 5 years of experience in an engineering roles emphasizing platform, devops, and cloud infrastructure

· Strong experience with:

o Terraform (3-5 years of experience)

o CICD automation tools and strategies (eg: Harness)

o Scripting languages (e.g., Python, Bash)

o Cloud platforms (AWS)

o Database as a Service technologies (Couchbase and AWS DBaaS Products)

· Excellent communication and collaboration skills.

· Ability to interface with users both in the context of providing support and collecting requirements

· Growth-first mindset characterized by a willingness to learn and step out of comfort zone in terms of skillset

· Demonstrated ability to take ownership of tasks and deliver high-quality results.

Preferred Qualifications
· Interest or experience in policy as code frameworks (e.g., OPA, Sentinel).

· Experience working with observability tools like Dynatrace

· Experience in Go

· Experience developing in and using Harness

· Experience working in Agile or DevOps environments.

_At Marriott International, we are dedicated to being an equal opportunity employer, welcoming all and providing access to opportunity.

We actively foster an environment where the unique backgrounds of our associates are valued and celebrated.

Our greatest strength lies in the rich blend of culture, talent, and experiences of our associates.

 We are committed to non-discrimination on any protected basis, including disability, veteran status, or other basis protected by applicable law._

All locations offer 401(k) plan, stock purchase plan, discounts at Marriott properties, commuter benefits, employee assistance plan, and childcare discounts.

Benefits are subject to terms and conditions, which may include rules regarding eligibility, enrollment, waiting period, contribution, benefit limits, election changes, benefit exclusions, and others.

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Full-time positions also offer coverage for medical, dental, vision, health care flexible spending account, dependent care flexible spending account, life insurance, disability insurance, accident insurance, adoption expense reimbursements, and paid parental leave.

**Washington Applicants Only** : Employees will accrue paid sick leave, 0.0384 PTO balance for every hour worked and be eligible to receive minimum of 9 holidays annually.

Marriott HQ is committed to a hybrid work environment that enables associates to Be connected.

Headquarters-based positions are considered hybrid, for candidates within a commuting distance to Bethesda, MD; candidates outside of commuting distance to Bethesda, MD will be considered for Remote positions.

Marriott International is the world’s largest hotel company, with more brands, more hotels and more opportunities for associates to grow and succeed.

**Be** where you can do your best work,​ **begin** your purpose, **belong** to an amazing global​ team, and **become** the best version of you.

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