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​​Technology Services Delivery, Engineer III

Pax8

Pax8

IT
Arlington, VA, USA
USD 115k-145k / year + Equity
Posted on Aug 11, 2025
Pax8 is the leading cloud-based technology marketplace, simplifying the cloud journey for our partners by integrating technology, business intelligence and proactive service to deliver an unparalleled experience. Serving thousands of partners through the indirect sales channel, our mission is to build the technology marketplace of the future. We are a fast-growing, dynamic and high-energy startup organization, allowing you to make a meaningful impact on the business. Culture is important to us, and at Pax8, it’s business, and it IS personal. We are passionate, creative and humorously offbeat. We work hard, keep it fun, and expect the best.
We Elev8 each other. We Advoc8 for our partners. We Innov8 continuously. We Celebr8 life.

No matter who you are, Pax8 is a place you can call home. We know there’s no such thing as a “perfect" candidate, so we don’t look for the right "fit" – instead, we look for the add. We encourage you to apply for a role at Pax8 even if you don’t meet 100% of the bullet points. We believe in cultivating an environment with a diversity of perspectives, in hopes that we can all thrive in an inclusive environment.

We are only as great as our people. And we have great people all over the world. No matter where you live and work, you’re a part of the Pax8 team. This means embracing hybrid- and remote-work whenever possible.

The Engineer III is a senior-level technical contributor responsible for delivering high-impact engineering solutions aligned with business strategy. This role supports a specific business unit (BU) or cohort, collaborating across teams to ensure high-quality output and exceptional customer experience. Engineer IIIs lead complex projects, often with undefined parameters, and are accountable for implementing strategic departmental goals.

Success in this role requires technical mastery, cross-functional collaboration, and a strong alignment with Pax8’s cultural behaviors.


Key Responsibilities

  • Technical Leadership & Execution

    • Lead the design, deployment, and maintenance of IT systems and processes that support business transformation.
    • Troubleshoot and resolve complex technical issues, acting as an escalation point for Level I and II Engineers.
    • Ensure system continuity through proactive monitoring, patching, backups, and automation.
  • Project Management

    • Drive strategic initiatives by participating in Agile and Waterfall project ceremonies.
    • Communicate effectively across teams to ensure alignment and progress tracking.
    • Contribute to blameless post-mortems and root cause analyses.
  • Customer Experience & Support

    • Respond to critical incidents and emergencies, including outside standard hours when necessary.
    • Deliver high-quality support and maintain service level objectives (SLOs).
    • Author and maintain knowledge base articles, SOPs, and enablement documentation.
  • Team & Personal Development

    • Engage in continuous learning through Pax8’s Elev8 platform and L&D programs.
    • Share knowledge and mentor peers to elevate team performance.
    • Demonstrate accountability by honoring commitments and delivering on time.

Required Skills & Experience

  • Technical Expertise

    • Strong experience in systems engineering and administration.
    • Proficiency in Azure Modern Workplace technologies (AzureAD, InTune, SSO, Teams, SharePoint).
    • Familiarity with cloud infrastructure (AWS, Azure).
    • Mastery of automation tools (Terraform, Ansible, Puppet, Chef, CloudFormation).
  • Collaboration & Communication

    • Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
    • Ability to work cross-functionally and influence without authority.
    • Experience with project management tools (Jira, MS DevOps, ServiceNow, Trello, Asana).
  • Security & Reliability

    • Knowledge of cloud security best practices.
    • Experience with access control frameworks and system reliability engineering.
  • Behavioral Alignment

    • Compassionate Candor: Deliver candid, actionable feedback with empathy.
    • Seek to Understand: Demonstrate curiosity and openness to diverse perspectives.
    • We Before Me: Collaborate actively for team and organizational success.
    • Do What You Say: Take ownership and follow through on commitments.
    • Light Up Learning: Embrace innovation and share learnings from failures.
    • Driven by Passion: Connect personal drive to Pax8’s mission and sustain energy through resilience.

Preferred Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field.
  • Certifications in cloud technologies (e.g., Azure Solutions Architect, AWS Certified SysOps).
  • Experience in enterprise-scale environments and multi-division projects.

Compensation:

  • Qualified candidates can expect a compensation range of $115,000/yr to $145,000/yr or more depending on experience.

Expected Closing Date: 06/30/2025

*** Colorado law requires an estimated closing date for job postings. Please don't be discouraged from applying if you see this date has passed ***
At Pax8 we believe that your Total Rewards should include a benefits package that shows how much we value our greatest assets. All FTE Pax8 people enjoy the following benefits:
  • Non-Commissioned Bonus Plans or Variable Commission
  • 401(k) plan with employer match
  • Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Employer Paid Short & Long Term Disability, Life and AD&D Insurance
  • Flexible, Open Vacation
  • Paid Sick Time Off
  • Extended Leave for Life events
  • RTD Eco Pass (For local Colorado Employees)
  • Career Development Programs
  • Stock Option Eligibility
  • Employee-led Resource Groups

Please take a moment to review our Proprietary Rights and Non-Competition Agreement —this document outlines important information about your rights and responsibilities if you join our team.


Pax8 is an EEOC Employer.
Equal Opportunities
Pax8 is an equal opportunities employer and welcome individuals who are in possession of the appropriate requirements to work within the country the role is based in. Offered individuals will be asked to undertake identity, security compliance and reference checks. Your privacy is important to us. Your data will be held in accordance with Data Privacy best practices and processed only in accordance with our recruiting processes.