Director Infrastructure Engineering Jobs in Ohio

Technology enables every part of Columbia Sportswear's global business, from ecommerce and retail to supply chain and corporate operations. We’re seeking a Director of Infrastructure Engineering to lead the strategy, modernization, delivery, and operation of our global infrastructure environment. In this role, you will lead teams responsible for cloud, network, compute, storage, and infrastructure services while helping shape the future of Columbia's technology platform. Working closely with Architecture, Engineering, Security, Product, and business leaders, you will drive infrastructure initiatives that enhance scalability, reliability, security, and operational excellence across the enterprise. This position is ideal for a leader who combines strategic vision with strong technical expertise. You will influence long‑term technology direction while remaining connected to the engineering challenges and architectural decisions that support Columbia's global growth. Success in this role requires the ability to balance modernization, operational performance, and business priorities while delivering resilient technology solutions at scale.

• Define and execute the infrastructure strategy and technology roadmap supporting Columbia's global business.
• Lead infrastructure modernization initiatives across cloud, network, compute, storage, and operational platforms.
• Drive multi‑cloud and hybrid cloud transformation efforts across Azure and AWS environments.
• Partner with architecture, engineering, and security teams to design scalable, secure, and resilient solutions.
• Provide technical leadership and guidance during major incidents, operational challenges, and infrastructure change initiatives.
• Develop and mentor high‑performing managers and engineers while fostering a culture of technical excellence and continuous improvement.
• Build strong partnerships across Digital Technology and business teams to align technology investments with business priorities.
• Oversee key infrastructure vendors, managed service providers, and strategic technology partnerships.
• Manage infrastructure budgets and investments while balancing cost, risk, performance, and business value.

Comfortable engaging directly with engineers to solve complex technical and operational challenges. Skilled at balancing long‑term modernization goals with day‑to‑day operational excellence. A collaborative partner who can build alignment across technical and business teams. A systems thinker who understands how infrastructure, applications, security, and operations work together to deliver business outcomes. An authentic people leader who develops talent and builds highly engaged teams. An effective communicator who can translate complex technical concepts for a variety of audiences.

• Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent experience.
• 10+ years of progressive infrastructure leadership experience within complex enterprise environments.
• Experience leading infrastructure engineering teams supporting cloud, network, compute, storage, and platform services.
• Strong experience with Azure, AWS, and hybrid cloud environments.
• Experience leading cloud migration and infrastructure modernization initiatives, including lift‑and‑shift programs.
• Deep understanding of enterprise networking, network architecture, and network segmentation.
• Experience improving infrastructure operations through automation, observability, and service management practices.
• Demonstrated success leading geographically distributed teams and delivering results through influence and collaboration.
• Experience managing vendor relationships, technology budgets, and infrastructure investments.
• Strong analytical, problem‑solving, and communication skills.

• implementing or maturing a CMDB.
• Experience with AIOps, event correlation, or modern service management practices.
• Experience supporting retail, ecommerce, supply chain, or other customer‑facing environments.
• Experience within the apparel, footwear, retail, or consumer products industry.

Columbia Sportswear Company is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law. Columbia Sportswear is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities. https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2023-06/22-088_EEOC_KnowYourRights6.12.pdf. If you need reasonable accommodation because of a disability for any part of the employment process, please notify your recruiter.

• Retirement benefits that can protect your family’s financial future and help you save money through our 401k plan plus a generous company match.
• Medical, dental, vision, life Insurance, disability, flexible spending accounts, health savings account, and an assortment of voluntary benefit offerings (accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity, and legal services).
• EAP + which is free and confidential 24/7/365 counseling services.
• Extensive wellness benefits, employee discounts and a generous time off program available.
• If you need an accommodation/adjustment to successfully complete and submit your application, please reach out to AskHR@columbia.com with the Subject: Applicant Assistance Requested.

Founded in 1938, Columbia Sportswear Company is a global leader in designing, sourcing, marketing, and distributing outdoor and active lifestyle apparel, footwear, accessories, and equipment. Our four primary brands — Columbia®, Mountain Hardwear®, SOREL® and prAna® — complement each other to address the diverse needs of active consumers and their products have gained an international reputation for their innovation, quality and performance. Learn more about our family of brands here.