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Senior Digital Infrastructure Engineer, NGNRI

Rocket Mortgage

  • Detroit, Michigan
  • 2 days ago

    Highlights

    This role serves as a key technical resource supporting cloud services, enterprise systems, research computing needs, laboratory technology integration, and end-user support. The institute is equipped with advanced platforms—including organoid and stem cell models, AI-driven analysis, FACS, and CRISPR technologies—and provides access to extensive shared core facilities.

    Numbers & Facts

    LocationDetroit, Michigan
    IndustryBanking
    Company Size1,500 to 1,999 employees
    Year Founded2002
    Websitehttp://www.myrocketcareer.com

    Description

    The Senior Digital Infrastructure Engineer is responsible for ensuring the reliability, security, scalability, and continuous improvement of NGNRI’s digital infrastructure. This role serves as a key technical resource supporting cloud services, enterprise systems, research computing needs, laboratory technology integration, and end-user support. Working closely with internal stakeholders, external partners, and the Digital Team, the incumbent develops and maintains the digital foundation required to support scientific research and operational excellence.

     

    About the role 

    • Administer and maintain cloud infrastructure, identity management systems, and core digital services to ensure secure, reliable, and high-performing operations

    • Partner with internal and external IT teams to support networking, hardware, software, and technology services across the organization

    • Provide technical support, troubleshoot issues, and coordinate escalation with vendors or service providers when necessary

    • Collaborate with research and laboratory teams to integrate scientific instruments, software applications, databases, and digital technologies into the broader infrastructure environment

    • Manage user access, onboarding and offboarding processes, backup and disaster recovery solutions, and business continuity practices

    • Ensure compliance with security, data protection, regulatory, and institutional requirements while maintaining appropriate governance and risk controls

    • Support research computing initiatives, including coordination with high-performance computing resources and data analysis platforms

    • Manage technology vendors, contribute to procurement activities, maintain technical documentation, and support the ongoing development of the organization’s digital technology roadmap

     

    About you 

    Minimum Qualifications

    • Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Engineering, or related field, or equivalent professional experience

    • 5 years of experience managing IT infrastructure in a small-to-medium sized organization

    • Experience administering cloud platforms such as AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud Platform

    • Experience supporting Windows, Linux, and macOS environments

    • Strong scripting and automation skills using tools such as Python, PowerShell, or Bash

    • Experience managing identity and access systems and implementing security controls

    • Ability to communicate effectively with both technical and non-technical stakeholders

    Preferred Qualifications

    • Experience supporting research, healthcare, life sciences, or laboratory environments

    • Experience with high-performance computing (HPC) environments

    • Experience with containerization and infrastructure-as-code tools such as Docker, Terraform, or Ansible

    • Familiarity with scientific software applications, databases, or laboratory instrument integrations

    • Knowledge of security frameworks and regulatory requirements such as NIST, CIS, HIPAA, or research data governance standards

     

    What you’ll get 

    Our team members fuel our strategy, innovation and growth, so we ensure the health and well-being of not just you, but your family, too! We go above and beyond to give you the support you need on an individual level and offer all sorts of ways to help you live your best life. We are proud to offer eligible team members perks and health benefits that will help you have peace of mind. Simply put: We’ve got your back. Check out our full list of Benefits and Perks. 

     

    About us 

    The Nick Gilbert Neurofibromatosis Research Institute (NGNRI) is a nonprofit organization focused on developing treatments and cures for Neurofibromatosis type 1 (NF1) and other neurological disorders and cancers with significant unmet need. Backed by the Gilbert Family Foundation and created in partnership with Michigan State University (MSU) and Henry Ford Health (HFH), NGNRI brings together leading scientific and clinical expertise to accelerate translational discovery. 
     
    Located within a new, state-of-the-art research facility in midtown Detroit, NGNRI offers a highly collaborative environment alongside MSU and HFH. The institute is equipped with advanced platforms—including organoid and stem cell models, AI-driven analysis, FACS, and CRISPR technologies—and provides access to extensive shared core facilities. 
     
    NGNRI supports both in-house researchers and visiting scientists, creating a dynamic, mission-driven ecosystem designed to advance innovation and deliver impact in an underserved field. As part of Detroit’s rapidly growing medical research campus, NGNRI offers a unique opportunity to contribute to cutting-edge science within a vibrant and expanding hub. 

     

    This job description is an outline of the primary responsibilities of this position and may be modified at the discretion of the company at any time.  Decisions related to employment are not based on race, color, religion, national origin, sex, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, military or veteran status or any other characteristic protected by state or federal law.  The company provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities in accordance with applicable state and federal laws.  Applicants requiring reasonable accommodations in completing the application and/or participating in the application process should contact a member of the Human Resources team, at 

    Careers@Rocket.com

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    About Company

    Rocket Companies® is a Detroit-based company made up of businesses that provide simple, fast and trusted digital solutions for complex transactions. The name comes from our flagship business, now known as Rocket Mortgage®, which was founded in 1985. Today, we’re a publicly traded company involved in many different industries, including mortgages, fintech, real estate, automotive and more. We’re insistently different in how we look at the world and committed to an inclusive workplace where every voice is heard. How Our Culture Gives Us Our Edge Typical companies have mission statements. We have ISMs – the 20 philosophies that give us our competitive edge for success and drive our unique culture. We introduce these philosophies to everyone on day one because they are the core principles that guide our decision-making. Our team members aren’t just empowered by opportunity, they’re given all the resources and support needed to deliver innovative solutions. How We Support The Community Since inception, we’ve been dedicated to investing in the cities and organizations that Rocket Companies® calls home – extending from Detroit to Cleveland, Charlotte, Phoenix and Windsor –and this list continues to grow. We maintain a For More Than Profit VisionSM, which is a new generation of doing business that keeps people at the forefront, not numbers. We believe there is a way to do business that creates opportunity for all, and we have a passion for investing in people and communities. Since 2010, our team has volunteered 385,000 hours in Detroit and 723,000 hours nationwide. How We Stay Connected Rocket Companies® is part of a larger group of businesses all invested in and connected by Founder and Chairman Dan Gilbert. This group is known by our team members as the Rock Family of Companies – a diverse collection of companies all obsessed with finding a better way, united by a common purpose to challenge the status quo. It's our mission to find unique solutions for our clients. How Our Culture Gives Us Our Edge Typical companies have mission statements. We have ISMs – the 20 philosophies that give us our competitive edge for success and drive our unique culture. We introduce these philosophies to everyone on day one because they are the core principles that guide our decision-making. Our team members aren’t just empowered by opportunity, they’re given all the resources and support needed to deliver innovative solutions. How We Support The Community Since inception, we’ve been dedicated to investing in the cities and organizations that Rocket Companies® calls home – extending from Detroit to Cleveland, Charlotte, Phoenix and Windsor –and this list continues to grow. We maintain a For More Than Profit VisionSM, which is a new generation of doing business that keeps people at the forefront, not numbers. We believe there is a way to do business that creates opportunity for all, and we have a passion for investing in people and communities. Since 2010, our team has volunteered 385,000 hours in Detroit and 723,000 hours nationwide. How We Stay Connected Rocket Companies® is part of a larger group of businesses all invested in and connected by Founder and Chairman Dan Gilbert. This group is known by our team members as the Rock Family of Companies – a diverse collection of companies all obsessed with finding a better way, united by a common purpose to challenge the status quo. It's our mission to find unique solutions for our clients.

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