Server Infrastructure Manager

At Polaris Inc., we have fun doing what we love by driving change and innovation. We empower employees to take on challenging assignments and roles with an elevated level of responsibility in our agile working environment. Our people make us who we are, and we create incredible products and experiences that empower us to THINK OUTSIDE.

Position Overview:
As the Server Infrastructure Manager, you will lead the team responsible for the strategy, engineering, and operations of Polaris’ core server infrastructure environment, including on-premises compute, virtualization, storage, and Windows/Linux operating systems. In this role, you will help ensure the reliability, performance, security, and lifecycle management of foundational platforms that support enterprise and manufacturing systems. You will also guide the continued evolution of hybrid infrastructure capabilities, including selective expansion of Azure-based IaaS services over time. This is a compelling opportunity to lead a critical infrastructure function with broad impact across enterprise technology, manufacturing operations, and long-term platform modernization.

Key Responsibilities:

• Define and execute the roadmap for core infrastructure platforms across on-premises compute, virtualization, enterprise storage, and Windows/Linux operating systems.
• Lead, develop, and coach an infrastructure team by setting priorities, building technical depth, and ensuring execution across operational support and project delivery.
• Ensure high availability, performance, stability, and security of infrastructure platforms supporting enterprise and manufacturing operations.
• Lead lifecycle management, capacity planning, technology refresh initiatives, and infrastructure standards across data center environments.
• Guide the evolution of hybrid infrastructure capabilities, including Azure IaaS services, while maintaining stability and scalability of core platforms.
• Provide technical guidance during complex infrastructure issues and major incidents, supporting timely resolution and long-term remediation.
• Drive operational discipline across monitoring, alerting, patching, maintenance, change management, root cause analysis, and service health reporting.
• Partner with architecture, cybersecurity, application, and IT leadership teams to align infrastructure priorities, manage risk, and communicate platform performance.
• Support vulnerability remediation, patch compliance, privileged access standards, audit readiness, backup, disaster recovery, and business continuity practices.
• Drive standardization and automation across provisioning, patching, monitoring, and lifecycle activities to improve reliability and reduce manual effort.
• Manage infrastructure budgets, forecasting, cost optimization, vendor relationships, contracts, and service performance expectations.

Desired Competencies:

• Leadership: You inspire, guide, and empower others to achieve their best by setting clear direction, fostering trust, and creating an environment where people feel supported, motivated, and accountable for delivering results.
• Problem Solving: You identify issues, assess root causes, and implement practical solutions that balance speed, quality, and risk.
• Technical / Functional Expertise: You apply the required technical or professional knowledge to perform your role effectively and stay current within your area of expertise.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field.
• 8+ years of experience in infrastructure engineering and operations.
• 3+ years of experience managing infrastructure or server teams.
• Proven experience operating and maintaining enterprise-scale, on-premises infrastructure environments.
• Experience with data center operations, migrations, or consolidation efforts.
• Working knowledge of hybrid infrastructure environments, including Azure IaaS services such as virtual machines, networking, and identity integration.
• Knowledge of backup, disaster recovery, and business continuity strategies.
• Working knowledge of ITIL or related service management practices, including incident, problem, and change management.
• Experience managing team projects, including planning, prioritization, execution tracking, and delivery accountability.
• Experience managing vendors, contracts, budgets, or technology refresh planning.
• Preferred experience supporting manufacturing or OT environments, and relevant certifications such as VMware, Microsoft, or ITIL.
• This position is not eligible for sponsorship.

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The starting pay range for Minnesota is $127,000 to $157,000 per year. Individual salaries and positioning within the range are determined through a wide variety of factors, including but not limited to education, experience, knowledge, skills, and geography.  While individual pay could fall anywhere in the range based on these factors, it is not common to start at the high end or top of the range. 

To qualify for this position, former employees must be eligible for rehire, and current employees must be in good standing.

We are an ambitious, resourceful, and driven workforce, which empowers us to THINK OUTSIDE.  Apply today!

At Polaris we put our employees first, by offering a holistic approach to their health and financial wellbeing.  Polaris is proud to offer competitive compensation, including a market-leading profit-sharing plan that is fundamental to our pay-for-performance culture. At Polaris, employees are owners of the company through company contributions to our Employee Stock Ownership Plan and discounted employee stock purchases plan. Employees receive a generous matching contribution to 401(k), financial wellness education and consultation to plan for their financial future. In addition to competitive pay, Polaris provides a comprehensive suite of benefits, including health, dental, and vision insurance, wellness programs, paid time off, gym & personal training reimbursement, life insurance and disability offerings.  Through the Polaris Foundation and our Polaris Gives paid volunteer time off, we support employees who actively volunteer their time, efforts, and passions to improve the health and wellbeing of the communities in which they live, play and work. Employees at Polaris drive our success and are rewarded for their commitment.

About Polaris

As the global leader in powersports, Polaris Inc. (NYSE: PII) pioneers product breakthroughs and enriching experiences and services that have invited people to discover the joy of being outdoors since our founding in 1954. Polaris' high-quality product line-up includes the Polaris RANGER®, RZR® and Polaris GENERAL™ side-by-side off-road vehicles; Sportsman® all-terrain off-road vehicles; military and commercial off-road vehicles; snowmobiles; Slingshot® moto-roadsters; Aixam quadricycles; Goupil electric vehicles; and pontoon and deck boats, including industry-leading Bennington pontoons. Polaris enhances the riding experience with a robust portfolio of parts, garments, and accessories. Proudly headquartered in Minnesota, Polaris serves more than 100 countries across the globe. www.polaris.com

EEO Statement

Polaris Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer and will make all employment-related decisions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, marital status, familial status, status with regard to public assistance, membership or activity in a local commission, protected veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable law. Applicants with a disability that are in need of an accommodation to complete the application process, or otherwise need assistance or an accommodation in the recruiting process, should contact Human Resources at 800-765-2747 or Talent.Acquisition@Polaris.com.  To read more about employment discrimination protection under U.S. federal law, see: Know Your Rights: Workplace Discrimination is Illegal (eeoc.gov).