Alpha Consulting Corp. · 2 months ago
Principal AWS Cloud Engineer
Dallas, TX
Full-time
Hybrid
Lead/Staff
9+ years expAlpha Consulting Corp. is seeking a Principal AWS Cloud Engineer to lead the creation of strategic Cloud Platforms. The role involves designing and managing cloud-based solutions, collaborating with teams to optimize performance, and implementing best practices for cloud architecture.
ConsultingPharmaceuticalStaffing Agency
Responsibilities
Lead the design, deployment, and management of cloud-based solutions, including infrastructure as code (IaC) initiatives using tools such as Terraform, CloudFormation, or Ansible
You will take part in the entire cycle of Cloud Platform engineering, CloudOps, and development from architecture, hands-on implementation, documentation and support
Develop and implement cloud architecture best practices to optimize performance, cost, and security, with expertise in AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud Platform (GCP)
Collaborate with software development teams to integrate cloud services and support continuous integration/continuous deployment (CI/CD) pipelines, utilizing containerization technologies like Docker and orchestration tools such as Kubernetes
Conduct regular audits and assessments of cloud environments using monitoring and logging tools like Splunk, Prometheus, Grafana or cloud native options to identify areas for improvement and ensure compliance with industry standards
Provide technical guidance and mentorship to all cloud engineers and team members, demonstrating a strong understanding of networking concepts, security protocols, and best practices for cloud security
Foster a culture of “automation-first” among team members, and lead automation efforts to simplify the processes of provisioning, deployment, configuration management, and monitoring
Evaluate new cloud technologies and tools to enhance our capabilities and drive innovation, staying updated with the latest industry trends and advancements
When needed will lead incident response and troubleshooting efforts related to cloud infrastructure issues, demonstrating excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, collaborative environment
Communicate effectively with stakeholders to gather requirements, provide updates, and present technical solutions in a clear and understandable manner
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in computer science or information technology field
Proven experience 9+ years working in a similar role, with a focus on cloud infrastructure design and management
Strong proficiency in cloud platforms such as AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud Platform (GCP)
Experience designing cloud architectures with automation tools such as Ansible, Terraform, and CloudFormation
Working Experience on designing and implementing full stack/Microservice infrastructure using IaC best practices
Understanding of secure software development methodologies and Code First mindset
Strong working knowledge of the CI/CD process including debugging, test, and integration of software tools
In-depth knowledge of containerization technologies (e.g., Docker, Kubernetes) and orchestration tools
High level of expertise with monitoring and logging tools (e.g., ELK stack, Prometheus, Grafana) for cloud environments
Solid understanding of networking concepts, security protocols, and best practices for cloud security
Strong scripting skills (Python, Go, Bash)
Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, collaborative environment
Strong communication skills, with the ability to convey complex technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders
Lead and drive collaboration closely with other SGWS teams, including software development, DevSecOps, data engineering, Infrastructure engineering teams, and IT support operations, to ensure seamless integration of cloud services with other systems
Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment
Delivers Results
Strong attention to detail
Preferred
Possess expert level industry certification(s) in Cloud Environments (Azure, AWS)
Company
Alpha Consulting Corp.
Alpha Consulting Corp. has been exceeding expectations in the IT, pharmaceutical, and clinical staffing business since 1994.
201-500 employees
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