Cloud Engineering

MaximaTek; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

MaximaTek is seeking a detail-oriented Cloud Engineer to manage and optimize cloud infrastructure, architecture, and deployment operations. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams, vendors, and stakeholders to ensure reliable performance, cost efficiency, and security compliance.

Key duties include daily cloud management, capacity planning, documentation, and monitoring using tools like Terraform, Docker, and CloudWatch across AWS, Azure, and GCP.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a cloud-related field required.
• 0–5 years in cloud administration, DevOps, or IT operations.
• Strong cloud architecture, provisioning, and monitoring skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage daily cloud infrastructure operations and capacity planning.
• Ensure compliance with SOPs and regulatory security requirements.
• Monitor telemetry to track KPIs like uptime and latency.
• Escalate risks and security bottlenecks to stakeholders.
• Maintain operational reports and pursue automation improvements.
• Coordinate with external providers and cross-functional teams.

Skills

Cloud infrastructure

AWS

Azure

GCP

IaC

Terraform

Docker

Power BI

CloudWatch

CI/CD

Network security

Documentation

Data-driven problem solving

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Cloud Engineering/CS/IT/SE

Tools

Terraform

Docker

Power BI

CloudWatch

Job description

We are seeking a detail-oriented Cloud Engineer to manage, optimize, and oversee cloud infrastructure, systems architecture, and deployment operations. In this role, you will act as a vital link between cross-functional teams, vendors, and stakeholders, ensuring smooth end-to-end cloud performance, cost efficiency, and strict adherence to industry standards and security metrics.

Core Responsibilities

Cloud Systems Management: Coordinate daily cloud infrastructure activities, including capacity planning, resource tracking, deployment oversight, and vendor follow-ups.

Compliance & Standards: Maintain comprehensive technical documentation and ensure all cloud architectures and operations align with company SOPs and regulatory security requirements.

Data Integrity & Systems Analytics: Perform accurate configurations and monitoring in cloud/DevOps platforms, leveraging data modeling and telemetry to track KPIs (uptime, latency, resource utilization).

Risk & Monitoring: Monitor system reliability and service disruptions, promptly escalating risks and security bottlenecks to relevant stakeholders and platform providers.

Quality & Process Optimization: Author and maintain standard operational reports, contributing to continuous improvement initiatives, automation, and internal/external infrastructure audits.

Liaison & Collaboration: Serve as a primary point of contact for external cloud service providers, platform vendors, and internal cross-functional engineering teams.

Qualifications

Education: Bachelor’s degree in Cloud Engineering, Computer Science, Information Technology, Software Engineering, or a related field (Required).

Experience: 0–5 years of experience in cloud administration, DevOps, systems engineering, or IT operations planning.

Technical Skills (Required):

Strong understanding of cloud infrastructure principles, architecture, and resource provisioning.

Proficiency in cloud platforms (e.g., AWS, Azure, GCP) and infrastructure-as-code or monitoring tools (e.g., Terraform, Docker, Power BI, CloudWatch).

Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines, containerization, and network security protocols.

Excellent documentation, system logging, and data-driven technical problem-solving skills.

Preferred Skills:

Certification (or eligibility) for AWS Certified Solutions Architect, Microsoft Certified: Azure Administrator, or GCP Cloud Engineer.

Experience with cost optimization, cloud security, and automated deployment modeling.

Knowledge of Agile/DevOps methodologies or basic IT project management principles.

What We Offer

Targeted Placement: Direct marketing to our network of hiring managers in the Cloud and Technology sectors.

Technical Resume Rebuild: Optimization of your profile to highlight cloud engineering expertise alongside analytical and operational skills.

Interview Coaching: Guidance on technical interviews and cloud architecture case studies.