Cloud Systems Engineer
Key details
- Location
- United States
- Work style
- Remote
- Level
- Lead / Staff+
- Job type
- Full-time
- Experience
- 10–13 yrs
- Function
- Software engineering
- Focus area
- Infrastructure / Cloud
- Posted
- 2h ago
Skills
About the role
This position is listed on behalf of a partner company, who manages all applications and next steps. Our partner is looking for a Cloud Systems Engineer based in the United States.
We are looking for an experienced Cloud Systems Engineer to design, build, secure, and maintain scalable cloud and enterprise infrastructure. In this role, you will contribute to the development and operation of reliable technology platforms, focusing on availability, performance, security, and automation. You will leverage your expertise in cloud technologies, infrastructure engineering, scripting, and modern development practices to deliver efficient and resilient solutions. Working closely with engineering and operations teams, you will help optimize infrastructure, automate essential processes, and resolve complex technical challenges. This is an opportunity to contribute to impactful technology initiatives in a collaborative, remote-first environment while supporting continuous innovation and professional growth.
Accountabilities:
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Design, provision, configure, and operate cloud infrastructure and enterprise platform components in accordance with established architecture standards and best practices.
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Develop and implement automation solutions for infrastructure provisioning, deployment, configuration, and recurring operational tasks.
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Support cloud platform reliability, scalability, availability, and performance through continuous monitoring and optimization.
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Implement and maintain security controls covering identity and access management, networking, backups, monitoring, and infrastructure availability.
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Investigate and resolve infrastructure incidents, capacity constraints, vulnerabilities, and performance-related issues.
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Apply scripting, infrastructure-as-code practices, and modern DevOps methodologies to improve operational efficiency and consistency.
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Support development and deployment workflows involving APIs, SQL, automated testing, Git, and CI/CD pipelines.
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Collaborate with engineering, development, and operations teams to deliver secure, scalable, and maintainable technology solutions.
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Maintain comprehensive technical documentation, including operational runbooks, architecture diagrams, infrastructure standards, and change records.
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Identify opportunities for continuous improvement across cloud operations, infrastructure automation, security, and service delivery.
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Typically 10+ years of professional experience in cloud engineering, infrastructure engineering, DevOps, systems operations, or a related technical discipline.
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Strong practical knowledge of the relevant technical stack, including programming languages and frameworks, APIs, SQL, software testing, Git, and CI/CD.
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Hands-on experience designing, implementing, and maintaining cloud infrastructure, enterprise platforms, and modern technology environments.
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Familiarity with cloud services, operating systems, container technologies, and infrastructure automation tools.
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Solid understanding of networking, identity and access management, infrastructure security, monitoring, backup, and high-availability principles.
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Experience with scripting, automation, source control, and infrastructure-as-code methodologies.
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Ability to troubleshoot complex infrastructure and production issues systematically and implement effective solutions.
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Understanding of modern software delivery practices and cloud infrastructure lifecycle management.
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Strong analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills, with excellent attention to detail.
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Effective communication and documentation abilities, including experience collaborating with cross-functional technical teams.
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Ability to work independently, manage priorities, and take ownership of technical challenges.
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Relevant professional certifications or advanced training in cloud computing, infrastructure engineering, DevOps, or related technologies are advantageous.
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Must be authorized to work in the United States. U.S. citizens, Green Card holders, EAD holders, and candidates eligible for
Requirements:
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