Cloud/AI Platform Engineer-5

Realign Llc; Illinois; Remote; USD 83,000 - 124,000; Full time

Job summary

Realign Llc seeks a Cloud/AI Platform Engineer to design, develop, and maintain scalable cloud applications using AWS and Kubernetes. You will build backend services with Node.js and Python, implement CI/CD, and manage containerized workloads in production.

The role emphasizes integrating Claude AI features into workflows and collaborating with DevOps, architects, and developers to deliver robust cloud solutions in a remote setting.

Qualifications

• Strong hands-on experience with AWS and cloud-native architectures.
• Experience deploying and operating containerized workloads with Kubernetes.
• Proficiency in Node.js and Python for backend services and automation.
• Familiarity with Claude/Anthropic AI technologies and applying AI tooling in development workflows.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain scalable cloud-based applications and services using AWS.
• Deploy, manage, and troubleshoot containerized applications using Kubernetes.
• Develop backend services, APIs, and automation using Node.js and Python.
• Build and maintain secure, scalable cloud infrastructure and CI/CD pipelines.

Skills

Cloud architecture understanding

Troubleshooting and debugging

DevOps practices

Tools

AWS

Kubernetes

Node.js

Python

Claude

Job description

Remote, Illinois 60007 Posted October 7th, 2026Job Type: ContractJob Category: ITJob DescriptionJob Description – Cloud/AI Platform EngineerLocation – RemoteContractTech Stack: AWS, Kubernetes, Node.js, Python, ClaudeJob Responsibilities:Design, develop, and maintain scalable cloud-based applications and services using AWS.Deploy, manage, and troubleshoot containerized applications using Kubernetes.Develop backend services, APIs, and automation using Node.js and Python.Build and maintain highly available, scalable, and secure cloud infrastructure.Implement CI/CD pipelines and support automated application deployment and release processes.Monitor application and infrastructure performance and troubleshoot production issues.Work with Kubernetes deployments, services, configurations, scaling, and container orchestration.Develop automation scripts and tools using Python and Node.js to improve operational efficiency.Integrate Claude and AI capabilities into applications, workflows, and developer productivity solutions.Demonstrate hands-on proficiency with Claude skills, including effective prompt development, workflow automation, AI-assisted development, and integration of Claude into technical solutions.Evaluate and implement AI-powered solutions using Claude for application development and engineering use cases.Collaborate with developers, architects, DevOps engineers, and other stakeholders to design and deliver technical solutions.Follow cloud security, scalability, reliability, and performance best practices.Troubleshoot complex technical issues across application, container, Kubernetes, and AWS environments.Required Skills:Strong hands-on experience with AWS.Hands-on experience with Kubernetes and containerized applications.Strong programming experience in Node.js and Python.Practical experience building and integrating APIs and backend services.Proficiency with Claude/Anthropic AI technologies and Claude skills.Experience using AI tools for software development, automation, and engineering workflows.Strong understanding of cloud-native architecture and DevOps practices.Excellent troubleshooting, analytical, and problem-solving skills.Required SkillsDevOps Engineer