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Cloud Platform Engineer

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WHY YOU’LL WANT TO BUILD WITH US

  • Payday Perks:Competitive annual salary
  • Level Up:Tons of opportunities for professional development – on us
  • Vacation Goals:Annual paid vacation time, so you don’t have to put your travel dreams on hold
  • Bonus Days:A paid Earned Day Off (EDO) every three weeks — that’s like 17 extra days off a year!
  • Community Care:Two paid volunteer days each year
  • Ride into the Sunset:DC pension plan with 6% employer match

DIVE IN AND MAKE A SPLASH EVERY DAY BY:

  • Designing, deploying, and supporting cloud platforms with a strong focus on AWS and a multi-cloud approach including Azure
  • Building and maintaining secure, scalable cloud architectures, including landing zones and standardized environments
  • Managing identity, access, and security across AWS IAM and Microsoft Entra ID using least-privilege principles
  • Supporting secure connectivity across hybrid environments (VPN, DNS, routing, SD-WAN, Zero Trust access)
  • Acting as a Tier II escalation point for complex cloud and network incidents and providing after-hours support when needed
  • Leading incident response efforts, performing root cause analysis, and implementing long-term improvements
  • Identifying and remediating security risks, supporting audits, and ensuring compliance across cloud environments
  • Automating infrastructure and processes using scripting (PowerShell, Python, Bash) and Infrastructure as Code (Terraform, CloudFormation, ARM/Bicep)
  • Monitoring and optimizing cloud performance, availability, and cost efficiency
  • Collaborating with DevOps, security, and IT teams to implement best practices and improve service reliability
  • Creating and maintaining clear documentation, runbooks, and architecture diagrams
  • Mentoring teammates and helping drive consistent, secure cloud practices across the organization

WHAT YOU BRING TO SANDBOX:

  • Education:Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field (or equivalent experience)
  • Experience:3–5 years in cloud engineering or infrastructure roles, with strong AWS experience
  • Cloud Expertise:Hands-on experience designing and supporting AWS environments; Azure experience in a multi-cloud setting is an asset
  • Security & Identity:Strong knowledge of cloud identity and access management, including Entra ID, AWS IAM, MFA, and Conditional Access
  • Networking:Solid understanding of networking fundamentals (DNS, TCP/IP, VPNs, routing) and modern connectivity solutions like SD-WAN and ZTNA
  • Automation:Experience with scripting and Infrastructure as Code tools such as Terraform or CloudFormation
  • Endpoint Management:Experience with Microsoft Intune, including device compliance and policy configuration
  • Certifications (Preferred):AWS, Azure, or networking certifications (e.g., AWS Solutions Architect, AZ-104, CCNA)
  • Problem-Solving:Strong analytical skills with the ability to troubleshoot complex technical issues
  • Communication:Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to work across teams and explain technical concepts clearly
  • Leadership:Ability to mentor others, influence decisions, and drive improvements without formal authority
  • Adaptability:Comfortable working in a fast-paced environment and participating in on-call rotations
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FocusCloud Platform EngineerRole area
Seniority signalMiddleCandidate level
StackAWS, Azure, PythonPrimary skills
Location1 accepted countryEligibility

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