Alteryx & RStudio Platform Administrator

Job Description

Overview: PepsiCo Data BI & Integration Platforms is seeking a Midlevel Alteryx & RStudio Platform technology leader, responsible for overseeing the deployment, and maintenance of cloud infrastructure (Azure/AWS) for its AMESA, APAC PepsiCo Foods/Beverages business. The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience with Alteryx & RStudio platforms, ensuring system stability, security, and optimal performance including– Infrastructure as Code (IaC), platform provisioning & administration, cloud network design, cloud security principles and automation. Responsibilities: Cloud Infrastructure & Automation Platform administration and support of PepsiCo’s North America & Europe Alteryx platform North America, LATAM, Europe, RStudio/Posit platform. Alteryx platform administration Administer and maintain the Alteryx Server, Gallery, and other components. Manage user roles, permissions, and access controls, ensuring data security and compliance. Monitor system performance, identify bottlenecks, and implement solutions to optimize workflow execution. Support the deployment, migration, and troubleshooting of Alteryx workflows. Provide multi-level technical support to Alteryx users, addressing issues from basic to complex. Perform platform upgrades, patching, and version control with minimal downtime. Implement and manage backup, restore, and archival processes for Alteryx Server assets and settings. Perform capacity planning to ensure the Alteryx platform can handle current and future workloads. RStudio/Posit platform administration Install, configure, troubleshoot, patch, and upgrades RStudio products such as Workbench, Connect, and Package Manager. Optimize performance, managing user access and security, and automate tasks. Build and deployment of R and Python packages, managing dependencies, and resolving related issues. Administering RStudio products within a Linux environment, ensuring security compliance, and documenting system configurations and procedures are also part of the role. Cloud platform administration Implement and support application migration, modernization, and transformation projects, leveraging cloud-native technologies and methodologies. Implement cloud infrastructure policies, standards, and best practices, ensuring cloud environment adherence to security and regulatory requirements. Deploy and optimize cloud-based infrastructure using Azure/AWS services that meet the performance, availability, scalability, and reliability needs of our applications and services. Drive troubleshooting of cloud infrastructure issues, ensuring timely resolution and root cause analysis by partnering with global cloud center of excellence & enterprise application teams, and PepsiCo premium cloud partners (Microsoft, AWS). Develop Infrastructure as Code (IaC) to automate provisioning and management of cloud resources. Write and maintain scripts for automation and deployment using PowerShell, Python, or Azure/AWS CLI. Work with stakeholders to document architectures, configurations, and best practices. Knowledge of cloud security principles around data protection, identity and access Management (IAM), compliance and regulatory, threat detection and prevention, disaster recovery and business continuity. Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree in computer science. At least 4 to 6 years of experience in IT cloud infrastructure, architecture and operations, including security, with at least 2 years in a technical leadership role Hands on experience in managing, maintaining & troubleshooting Linux-based & Windows-based system & servers. Good knowledge of cloud architecture, design, and deployment principles and practices, including containers and DevOps is preferred. Good expertise in Azure/AWS big data & analytics technologies, including Databricks, DevOps, Kubernetes, virtual machines, monitoring and security tools. Good expertise in Azure/AWS networking and security fundamentals, including network endpoints & network security groups, firewalls, external/internal DNS, load balancers, virtual networks and subnets. Good knowledge of scripting and automation tools, such as PowerShell, Python, Terraform, and Ansible. Excellent problem-solving, analytical, and communication skills, with the ability to explain complex technical concepts to non-technical audiences. Certifications in Azure/AWS platform administration, networking and security are preferred. Strong self-organization, time management and prioritization skills A high level of attention to detail, excellent follow through, and reliability Strong collaboration, teamwork and relationship building skills across multiple levels and functions in the organization Ability to listen, establish rapport, and credibility as a strategic partner vertically within the business unit or function, as well as with leadership and functional teams Strategic thinker focused on business value results that utilize technical solutions Strong communication skills in writing, speaking, and presenting Capable to work effectively in a multi-tasking environment. Fluent in English language.