Cloud Engineer - Computing & Infrastructure (4-7 yrs)

Job Summary :

We are seeking a skilled and experienced Cloud Engineer to join our dynamic team. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in cloud 1 computing, with hands-on experience in designing, implementing, and managing cloud infrastructure. This role requires a deep understanding of cloud platforms, automation tools, and best practices for cloud security and performance.

Responsibilities :

Cloud Infrastructure Management :

- Design, deploy, and manage cloud infrastructure on platforms like AWS, Azure, or GCP.

- Implement and maintain cloud networking, security, and storage solutions.

- Automate infrastructure provisioning and configuration using tools like Terraform, CloudFormation, or Ansible.

- Monitor cloud infrastructure performance and ensure high availability.

- Troubleshoot and resolve cloud infrastructure issues.

Automation and Scripting :

- Develop and maintain automation scripts for infrastructure management and deployment.

- Use scripting languages like Python, Bash, or PowerShell for automation tasks.

- Implement CI/CD pipelines for application deployment.

Cloud Security and Compliance :

- Implement and maintain cloud security best practices.

- Ensure compliance with industry standards and regulations.

- Conduct security audits and vulnerability assessments.

Cloud Monitoring and Logging :

- Implement and manage cloud monitoring and logging solutions.

- Analyze logs and metrics to identify performance bottlenecks and security threats.

- Use monitoring tools like CloudWatch, Azure Monitor, or Stackdriver.

Collaboration and Support :

- Collaborate with development and operations teams to deploy and manage applications in the cloud.

- Provide technical support to internal teams and clients.

- Participate in on-call rotations for cloud infrastructure support.

Cost Optimization :

- Implement cost optimization strategies for cloud infrastructure.

- Analyze cloud usage and identify opportunities for cost savings.

Required Technical Skills :

Cloud Platforms :

- Proficiency in AWS, Azure, or GCP.

- Experience with cloud networking, security, and storage services.

- Infrastructure as Code (IaC) : Terraform, CloudFormation, or Ansible.

- Scripting Languages : Python, Bash, or PowerShell.

- CI/CD Tools : Jenkins, GitLab CI, or similar.

- Containerization and Orchestration : Docker, Kubernetes.

- Monitoring and Logging Tools : CloudWatch, Azure Monitor, Stackdriver, Prometheus, Grafana, ELK stack.

- Operating Systems : Linux and Windows Server.

- Networking : TCP/IP, DNS, VPN.

- Security : Cloud security best practices, IAM, security groups.

Qualifications :

- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field.

- 4-7 years of experience in cloud engineering.

- Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.

- Excellent communication and collaboration skills.

- Relevant cloud certifications (e.g., AWS Certified Solutions Architect, Azure Administrator Associate, GCP Cloud Engineer) are a plus.

Key Competencies :

- Cloud Infrastructure Management

- Automation and Scripting

- Cloud Security

- Monitoring and Logging

- CI/CD

- Containerization

- Problem Solving

- Communication