Cloud Infrastructure Engineer
This is a contract opportunity with potential for permanent conversion.
This is a hybrid opportunity in Alpharetta, GA
About this position
The Cloud Infrastructure Engineer will collaborate within a team of engineers focused on automation and configuration as code for foundational architecture, particularly in facilitating connectivity across multiple Cloud Service Providers. This role demands a robust background in infrastructure and Public Cloud technologies. As a member of the global team, the engineer will spearhead the task of integrating complex, multi-tier applications from on-premises environments to the Public Cloud. Close collaboration with Product Management and Vendors is pivotal for the development and deployment of Cloud services, ensuring alignment with customer expectations.
Job Responsibilities
- Collaborate within a team of engineers to automate and configure foundational architecture for connectivity across multiple Cloud Service Providers.
- Integrate complex, multi-tier applications from on-premises environments to the Public Cloud.
- Liaise closely with Product Management and Vendors to develop and deploy Cloud services that align with customer expectations.
- Lead the development of tooling and self-service capabilities.
- Mentor and develop junior programmers, including participating in constructive code reviews.
- Set up new development projects using modern tools and practices such as git, Jenkins, test-driven development, and continuous integration in Linux-based environments.
- Collaborate with developers and infrastructure teams to optimize the developer experience.
- Proficiency in at least one of the major cloud service providers, preferably Azure, but also including AWS.
- Support the Financial Analyst in quarterly budget confirmations and year-end budget controls for the current fiscal year.
- Ensure accuracy and compliance with established policies and procedures.
Skills/Requirements
- 3+ years of experience working with Azure and/or AWS.
- Experience working in teams following agile practices like scrum or kanban.
- Proficiency with standard Linux command line and debugging tools.
- Familiarity with RESTful APIs, especially for managing and configuring compute and storage infrastructure.
- Ability to write comprehensive unit tests, including mocking external utilities and APIs.
Additional Information:
- Hybrid work environment
Pay/Salary Range:
- Pay Range: $60-$70/hour
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