Job Description
Join our dynamic team at NexusTech Solutions as a Senior Cloud Engineer and revolutionize how businesses leverage cloud infrastructure. We're seeking a visionary expert to architect scalable solutions while mentoring junior engineers. This fully remote position offers immediate start and competitive benefits including flexible hours and professional development stipends. Drive innovation from anywhere in the Chicago metropolitan area while contributing to Fortune 500 client projects.
Responsibilities
- Design and implement AWS/GCP/Azure infrastructure solutions using Terraform and CloudFormation
- Lead CI/CD pipeline optimization for microservices architecture
- Conduct security audits and implement compliance frameworks (ISO 27001, SOC 2)
- Mentor junior engineers through pair programming and architecture reviews
- Collaborate with product teams to translate business requirements into technical specs
- Implement cost optimization strategies for multi-cloud environments
- Document architecture decisions and maintain technical documentation
Qualifications
- 5+ years of cloud infrastructure experience with 3+ in leadership roles
- Expertise in at least one major cloud platform (AWS/GCP/Azure) with professional certifications
- Proficiency in Infrastructure as Code (Terraform, Ansible) and container orchestration (Kubernetes)
- Strong background in Python or Go for automation scripting
- Experience with monitoring tools (Prometheus, Grafana, Datadog)
- CI/CD mastery using Jenkins, GitLab CI, or GitHub Actions
- Ability to thrive in remote work environments with strong self-management skills
- BS/MS in Computer Science or equivalent practical experience