Cloud Engineer

ITC Infotech; Bengaluru; On-site; INR 1,200,000 - 1,500,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent IT consulting firm in Bengaluru is seeking a Mid-Senior Cloud Consultant to manage cloud services like AWS and Azure. Responsibilities include overseeing infrastructure, optimizing costs, and implementing security best practices. The ideal candidate has 3-5 years of experience and relevant cloud certifications and enjoys working in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of experience managing cloud infrastructure and services (AWS, Azure).
• Hands-on experience with cloud-native services (e.g., EC2, Lambda, Azure VMs).
• Strong understanding of cloud architectures and security practices.

Responsibilities

• Oversee and manage cloud services including AWS and Azure.
• Implement and configure cloud-based infrastructure solutions.
• Monitor cloud usage and optimize costs.

Skills

Cloud infrastructure management

Cloud automation

Networking

Cost management

Analytical skills

Problem-solving skills

Education

AWS Certified Solutions Architect – Associate or Professional

Microsoft Certified: Azure Solutions Architect Expert

Tools

Terraform

Ansible

AWS CloudWatch

Azure Monitor

Job description

Overview

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Responsibilities

• Oversee and manage cloud services (e.g., AWS, Azure) including compute, storage, networking, and databases.
• Implement, configure, and maintain cloud-based infrastructure solutions, including virtual machines, containers, and serverless environments.
• Provision, scale, and decommission cloud resources based on organizational needs, ensuring optimal resource allocation and cost efficiency.
• Use Infrastructure-as-Code (IaC) tools like Terraform, AWS CloudFormation, or Azure Resource Manager to automate cloud infrastructure deployment.
• Implement and manage multi-cloud or hybrid cloud environments to meet business continuity and performance requirements.
• Facilitate seamless integration between on-premises environments and cloud platforms for hybrid cloud solutions.
• Monitor cloud resource usage and optimize costs by identifying inefficiencies and implementing cost-saving strategies (e.g., reserved instances, right-sizing, and auto-scaling).
• Provide reports and insights to management regarding cloud cost trends and savings opportunities.
• Implement security best practices across cloud environments, including identity and access management (IAM), encryption, and network security.
• Ensure cloud deployments align with regulatory requirements (e.g., GDPR, HIPAA) and best practices for data protection and governance.
• Conduct regular security audits, vulnerability assessments, and compliance checks.
• Automate the provisioning and management of cloud resources using scripting and automation tools like Python, PowerShell, Ansible, or Terraform.
• Develop and maintain scripts for routine tasks such as backups, scaling, and security monitoring.
• Use cloud-native and third-party monitoring tools (e.g., CloudWatch, Azure Monitor, Datadog, Prometheus) to track the health and performance of cloud resources.
• Manage cloud-related incidents, ensuring quick resolution and minimizing downtime.
• Perform root cause analysis for incidents and implement corrective actions to prevent future occurrences.
• Maintain clear and up-to-date documentation on cloud infrastructure, services, and processes.
• Document cloud configurations, changes, and best practices for internal reference and knowledge sharing.
• Generate regular reports for senior management on cloud performance, costs, security, and compliance status.
• Track and report on key cloud metrics, including resource utilization, uptime, and incident resolution.
• Provide support for application teams in cloud-related matters, including architecture, performance tuning, and troubleshooting.
• Collaborate with cloud service providers to resolve technical issues, track service-level agreements (SLAs), and ensure that contractual terms are met.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3-5 years of experience managing cloud infrastructure and services (AWS, Azure).
• Hands-on experience with cloud platform management, cloud-native services (e.g., EC2, Lambda, S3, Azure VMs, Kubernetes), and networking.
• Experience with cloud automation and scripting tools (e.g., Terraform, Ansible, CloudFormation, Bash, Python).
• Strong understanding of cloud architectures, including virtual machines, containerized applications, serverless computing, and cloud storage.
• Familiarity with cloud security practices and compliance frameworks (e.g., GDPR, HIPAA).
• Proficient in cloud cost management and optimization techniques.
• Experience with monitoring and logging tools (e.g., AWS CloudWatch, Azure Monitor, Prometheus, Grafana).
• Knowledge of networking concepts, including VPNs, VPCs, load balancing, and firewalls in a cloud context.
• AWS Certified Solutions Architect – Associate or Professional.
• Microsoft Certified: Azure Solutions Architect Expert.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work well under pressure and manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Excellent communication skills, both technical and non-technical.
• A proactive, self-starter attitude with the ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• A passion for staying updated with the latest cloud technologies and industry trends.

Details

• Seniority level: Mid-Senior level
• Employment type: Full-time
• Job function: Consulting
• Industries: IT Services and IT Consulting