Cloud Systems Engineer

The Planet Group; Mason (OH); On-site; USD 120,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology company is seeking a Cloud Systems Engineer to design and implement scalable cloud-based solutions. This role, located in Mason, OH, requires extensive experience in cloud engineering and strong proficiency in Google Cloud Platform. As a Cloud Systems Engineer, you will collaborate with cross-functional teams and mentor junior members while ensuring the efficiency and security of the cloud infrastructure. The position offers a salary range of $120,000–$130,000 annually.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in Information Technology.
• 5+ years in cloud engineering, with emphasis on large-scale cloud solutions (GCP required).
• 4+ years in cloud networking and security architecture.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and deploy cloud solutions using Terraform, GitLab, and GCP.
• Manage and optimize cloud infrastructure for high availability and performance.
• Define cloud strategies and requirements in partnership with cross-functional teams.

Skills

Cloud Architecture & Engineering

Collaboration & Strategy

Leadership & Mentorship

Troubleshooting

Strategic Planning

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, IT, or related field

Tools

Terraform

GitLab

Google Cloud Platform (GCP)

Kubernetes

Docker

Job description

Overview

Job Title: Cloud Systems Engineer

Location: 100% Onsite – Mason, OH area

Salary Range: $120,000–$130,000 annually

Visa Sponsorship / C2C / H1B: Not available

Background/Reference Checks: Required

The Cloud Systems Engineer will serve as a subject matter expert across multiple projects, designing, implementing, and maintaining scalable cloud-based solutions. This role is critical to optimizing performance, ensuring security, and driving efficiency in a complex enterprise cloud infrastructure. The engineer will work hands-on with technologies like Terraform, GitLab, and Google Cloud Platform (GCP), and collaborate with cross-functional teams to define cloud strategies and best practices.

Responsibilities

• Cloud Architecture & Engineering: Design, develop, and deploy cloud solutions using Terraform, GitLab, and GCP; manage and optimize cloud infrastructure for high availability and performance; automate cloud services and processes using scripting tools; monitor system performance and troubleshoot reliability and security issues
• Collaboration & Strategy: Define cloud strategies and requirements in partnership with cross-functional teams; implement cost-effective cloud usage practices; ensure compliance with organizational policies and industry standards
• Leadership & Mentorship: Provide technical expertise in cloud architecture; mentor junior team members and contribute to team development

Qualifications

• Required: Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, IT, or related field
• 10+ years of experience in Information Technology
• 5+ years in cloud engineering, with emphasis on large-scale cloud solutions (GCP required)
• 4+ years in cloud networking and security architecture
• 3+ years with Infrastructure as Code (Terraform, CloudFormation, Azure Resource Manager)
• Experience with containerization (Kubernetes, Docker)
• Proven troubleshooting and high-availability maintenance experience
• Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines and DevOps practices
• Strategic planning and roadmap development experience

• Preferred: Google Professional Cloud Architect or Associate Cloud Engineer certification

Interview Process

• Initial screening with HR Recruiter
• Technical interview
• Final interview with hiring manager