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Evolutyz Corp

Lead Infrastructure Engineer

Naperville, IL · On-site

$106.60K - $139.80K/yr

Mentor junior engineers and foster a culture of accountability and continuous improvement. * Requirements: * 8 years of experience in IT infrastructure, cloud operations, or related roles. * Proven ...

tastylive

Senior Infrastructure Engineer

Chicago, IL · Hybrid

$192.25K - $202K/yr

Senior Infrastructure Engineer Location: Chicago, IL - Hybrid (3 days/week in-office) As a Senior ... You must be able to work as part of a team, both giving feedback to more junior team members and ...

Fortune Brands

AV/IT Support Engineer

Deerfield, IL · On-site

$55K - $88K/yr

We are seeking a highly motivated and technically skilled Junior Infrastructure Engineer / Senior Technical Support Specialist to join our IT Infrastructure team. This role focuses on supporting and ...

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How much do junior infrastructure engineer jobs pay per year?

As of May 28, 2026, the average yearly pay for junior infrastructure engineer in Streamwood, IL is $70,929.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $47,900.00 and $79,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a Junior Infrastructure Engineer job?

A Junior Infrastructure Engineer is an entry-level IT professional responsible for supporting and maintaining an organization's IT infrastructure, including networks, servers, and cloud services. They assist in troubleshooting, system deployments, and performance monitoring to ensure smooth operations. This role often involves working with senior engineers to implement upgrades, security measures, and optimizations. Strong problem-solving skills, basic networking knowledge, and familiarity with operating systems are essential.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the Junior Infrastructure Engineer position, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Junior Infrastructure Engineer, you generally need foundational knowledge of networking, system administration, operating systems, and a relevant degree in computer science or a related field. Familiarity with tools such as Linux/Windows servers, cloud platforms (like AWS or Azure), scripting languages, and industry certifications such as CompTIA Network+ or Microsoft Certified: Azure Fundamentals is typically expected. Attention to detail, strong problem-solving skills, and effective teamwork and communication abilities are crucial soft skills in this role. These skills and qualities are essential as they enable you to maintain reliable IT infrastructure, resolve issues efficiently, and collaborate with senior engineers and cross-functional teams in fast-paced environments.

What are some typical projects or tasks a Junior Infrastructure Engineer handles on a daily basis?

As a Junior Infrastructure Engineer, your daily tasks often involve monitoring system performance, assisting with server maintenance, troubleshooting network or hardware issues, and supporting software updates or deployments. You may also help document infrastructure changes, manage user permissions, and participate in upgrade projects alongside more senior engineers. Collaboration with IT support, developers, and other technical teams is common, providing you with broad exposure to different aspects of the organization's technology environment. These experiences help build your technical skill set and prepare you for more advanced responsibilities as you gain experience.
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Next Step Systems

Aurora, IL • Hybrid

Other

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement

Posted 15 days ago

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Junior Infrastructure Engineer, Hybrid in Aurora, IL

The ideal Junior Infrastructure Engineer is technically curious, highly organized, and eager to learn. This Junior Infrastructure Engineer will support day-to-day network and infrastructure operations, assist with deployment and troubleshooting of equipment, and work closely with senior engineers on projects that improve reliability, visibility, and performance across our production environment. This is an early-career role for someone who wants to build hands-on experience across both network engineering and data center operations in a high-performance electronic trading environment. This is a Hybrid position and requires regular onsite work at a colocation facility near Aurora, IL. Typically, 2 to 3 days per week onsite, with occasional weekend work. When not onsite, the role is remote.

Junior Infrastructure Engineer Responsibilities:

- Assist with installation, cabling, labeling, documentation, and troubleshooting of physical equipment in a colocation environment.

- Support day-to-day operation of network and infrastructure environments.

- Help monitor, investigate, and resolve network, hardware, and connectivity issues.

- Work with senior engineers on troubleshooting packet loss, latency, routing, and equipment failures.

- Maintain accurate inventory, documentation, and operational procedures.

- Assist with hardware shipments, vendor coordination, and equipment lifecycle tasks.

- Contribute to automation and process improvement where possible.

- Support maintenance work outside normal business hours as needed, including occasional Saturdays and Sundays.

Junior Infrastructure Engineer Qualifications:

- Bachelor s degree in computer science or related subject.

- Candidate must be located within a reasonable commuting distance of Aurora, IL.

- Exceptional written and verbal communication skills.

- Must be able to thoroughly document implementations, modifications and removals.

- Basic understanding of TCP/IP, routing, switches, and network fundamentals.

- Exposure to troubleshooting tools such as tcpdump or Wireshark.

- Able to work independently, follow through on operational tasks, and learn quickly from experienced teammates.

- Exposure to concepts of automation and scripting languages (python).

- Candidates with a Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA), or who are actively working toward one, will stand out.

Benefits include medical, dental, vision spending account, health savings account, 50K life insurance policy, short-term/long-term disability insurance, employee assistance program, 401K, tuition reimbursement, etc.

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