**W2 Only. No C2C Option**
Senior Cloud Engineer (DevOps)
Job Summary:
We are seeking an experienced Senior Cloud Engineer with a strong academic background and extensive experience in cloud technologies. The ideal candidate will be responsible for designing, deploying, and managing enterprise cloud services while leveraging automation to streamline processes. This role requires deep expertise in modern cloud platforms, CI/CD pipelines, and agile methodologies, as well as excellent communication skills to effectively collaborate with cross-functional teams and stakeholders.
Key Responsibilities:
- Cloud Architecture & Deployment: Design, implement, and maintain scalable, secure, and high-performance cloud solutions using platforms like Azure and VMware Cloud (VMC2). Lead enterprise cloud service deployments (SaaS, PaaS, IaaS) while ensuring alignment with business goals.
- Automation & CI/CD Integration: Develop and optimize CI/CD pipelines to automate cloud deployments and infrastructure management. Leverage automation languages to enhance efficiency and reduce manual intervention in cloud environments.
- Tooling & Infrastructure Management: Utilize a variety of tools (e.g., Kubernetes, Python, GitHub, Jenkins, Bitbucket) for deploying, configuring, and managing cloud-based infrastructure. Ensure robust and efficient performance of these tools in a production environment.
- Data Handling & Formats: Work with data formats such as JSON and YAML to manage configurations, integrate systems, and automate processes across the cloud infrastructure.
- Agile Collaboration & Stakeholder Engagement: Collaborate with agile delivery teams in an agile environment, contributing to the continuous improvement of workflows. Communicate effectively with technical and non-technical stakeholders to ensure project goals are met and technical solutions align with business needs.
Education:
- Bachelors or post-graduate degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field with a strong academic background.
Experience:
- 7+ years of relevant experience in cloud technologies and enterprise cloud service deployments (SaaS, PaaS, IaaS).
- Hands-on experience with cloud platforms such as Azure and VMware Cloud (VMC2).
- Proven experience with CI/CD pipelines and automation within cloud environments.
Technical Skills:
- Expertise in automation languages and frameworks to improve cloud platform efficiency.
- Strong knowledge of cloud deployment tools such as Kubernetes, Python, GitHub, Jenkins, Bitbucket.
- Familiarity with data formats such as JSON and YAML for cloud configurations.
Soft Skills:
- Excellent communication skills, with the ability to engage effectively with both technical teams and business stakeholders.
- Ability to work in an agile environment and contribute to agile delivery teams.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Experience with enterprise-scale deployments in fast-paced environments.
- Expertise in additional cloud platforms or technologies would be a plus.