Director, Cloud Enablement Engineering

Early Warning; Chicago (IL); Hybrid; USD 173,000 - 230,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare coverage

401(k) match

Paid time off

Job summary

Early Warning in Chicago is seeking a senior Cloud Infrastructure leader to direct the design, migration and operation of our public cloud platforms. You will guide the transition of microservices to AWS, implement IaC, and ensure secure, scalable solutions across 24x7 operations.

You will build high‑performance teams, define KPIs, collaborate with security, network and software delivery, and oversee audits, compliance, and vendor relationships to deliver reliable cloud infrastructure.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering or related field.
• 10+ years in engineering/architecture with 5+ years in public cloud infra.
• Proven leadership of engineering teams and AWS-focused cloud delivery.
• 5+ years on hands-on engineering management with Agile practices.
• Experience with IaC, CI/CD, security and disaster recovery.

Responsibilities

• Lead architecture and engineering for transitioning to public cloud.
• Migrate microservices to AWS and manage deployments with IaC.
• Oversight of 24x7x365 operations and service reliability.
• Define KPIs, enforce best practices, and oversee audits/compliance.
• Collaborate with security, network and software delivery teams.

Skills

Cloud leadership

AWS

CI/CD

Infrastructure as Code

Security

Leadership

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field

Tools

Terraform

CloudFormation

CI/CD tooling

Job description

At Early Warning, we’ve powered and protected the U.S. financial system for over thirty years with cutting‑edge solutions like Zelle, Paze, and so much more. As a trusted name in payments, we partner with thousands of institutions to increase access to financial services and protect transactions for hundreds of millions of consumers and small businesses.

Positions located in Scottsdale, San Francisco, Chicago, or New York follow a hybrid work model to allow for a more collaborative working environment.

Candidates responding to this posting must independently possess the eligibility to work in the United States, for any employer, at the date of hire.

This position is ineligible for employment Visa sponsorship.

Overall Purpose

This position is a technical managerial role, reporting to the Infrastructure Engineering & Transformation; and is responsible for leading and directing the design, development, implementation, optimization and operation of our public cloud infrastructure. Also manages the transition of microservices and workloads to the public cloud. In addition, this position will oversee the 24x7x365 operational support of systems, operating systems, software, firmware, servers and application support.

Essential Functions

Leadership & Strategy

Leads teams in the architecture and engineering of the company’s transition to the public cloud. Actively contributes toward the vision, strategy, organization and leadership of the cloud engineering function. Defines and enforces cloud engineering best practices, standards, and architectural guidelines. Works closely with cross‑functional teams to gather requirements and translate them into cloud infrastructure designs. Provides technical expertise, strategic direction and guidance to ensure the delivery of resilient, scalable, secure and efficient cloud‑based solutions. Provides effective leadership in developing highly engaged, high‑performance cloud engineering teams, fostering a collaborative and inclusive work environment.

Cloud Infrastructure

Leads complex and high visibility end to end projects through design, budgeting, testing, implementation and performance monitoring. Collaborates with architects and internal engineering customers to migrate microservices from first party infrastructure to AWS. Manages service deployments and has a strong knowledge of CI/CD systems and Infrastructure as Code (IAC). Represents the team for internal and external audits and compliance reviews. Partners with security, network, and software delivery on continuous improvement of infrastructure platform. Guides efforts applied to identification, enhancement and automation of applications and systems. Enhances and matures the Agile software development lifecycle within cloud engineering team by applying industry best practices & processes. Keeps senior management informed of department progress, problems and solutions. Able to manage and prioritize request from multiple stakeholders while also ensuring that SLAs are adhered to. Enforces that standard test policies and procedures are followed. Participates in and support initiatives for Business Continuity and Disaster Recovery Planning. Participates in the management of Vendor relationships and contract negotiations for Company’s cloud computing platform. Focuses on both internal and external customers to provide best‑in‑class service, with an emphasis on efficient resource management and audit controls. Support the company’s commitment to protect the integrity and confidentiality of systems and data.

Minimum Qualifications

• Education and/ or experience typically obtained through completion of a Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering or related field.
• Minimum Ten (10) years or more of progressive direct and/or related experience in Engineering, Architecture, etc; with at least Five (5) or more years of experience with public cloud infrastructure.
• Proven track record in leading one or more engineering teams, building public cloud infrastructure is required; experience with AWS is highly preferred; experience with other cloud providers is a plus.
• Minimum 5 years on hands‑on engineering management experience including Agile development best practices and experience both as a product owner and scrum master.
• Experience with comprehensive technology delivery that is secure and reliable including disaster recovery planning and operations, storage area network and redundant, highly available server and network architectures.
• Experience with infrastructure-as-code (IaC) tools like Terraform or CloudFormation.
• Familiarity with DevOps practices and tools such as CI/CD pipelines, version control systems and configuration management, monitoring and alerting.
• Experience with state‑of‑the‑art technology, architecture and design concepts, operating systems, database systems, computer networking, and security.
• Experience with open‑source frameworks and tools.
• Ability to own and manage technical debt and security vulnerabilities.
• Demonstrated experience leading the introduction of new technologies and standards into an evolving environment.
• Ability to define KPIs and implement the processes required to measure, monitor and meet.
• Demonstrate ability to work effectively in cross‑functional groups and generate results.
• Must be able to excel in a fast‑paced environment with multiple priorities.
• Strong problem‑solving and analytical abilities.
• Excellent leadership, communications and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and handle multiple deadline‑driven projects simultaneously.
• Background and drug screen.

Preferred Qualifications

Additional related education and/or experience preferred.

Physical Requirements

Working conditions consist of a normal office environment. Work is primarily sedentary and requires extensive use of a computer and involves sitting for periods of approximately four hours. Work may require occasional standing, walking, kneeling and reaching. Must be able to lift 10 pounds occasionally and/or negligible amount of force frequently. Requires visual acuity and dexterity to view, prepare, and manipulate documents and office equipment including personal computers. Requires the ability to communicate with internal and/or external customers. Employee must be able to perform essential functions and physical requirements of position with or without reasonable accommodation. The above job description is not intended to be an all‑inclusive list of duties and standards of the position. Incumbents will follow instructions and perform other related duties as assigned by their supervisor. Candidates responding to this posting must independently possess the eligibility to work in the United States at the date of hire.

The base pay scale for this position in: Chicago, IL in USD per year is: $173,000 - $230,000. Additionally, candidates are eligible for a discretionary incentive plan and benefits. This pay scale is subject to change and is not necessarily reflective of actual compensation that may be earned, nor a promise of any specific pay for any specific candidate, which is always dependent on legitimate factors considered at the time of job offer. Early Warning Services takes into consideration a variety of factors when determining a competitive salary offer, including, but not limited to, the job scope, market rates and geographic location of a position, candidate’s education, experience, training, and specialized skills or certification(s) in relation to the job requirements and compared with internal equity (peers). The business actively supports and reviews wage equity to ensure that pay decisions are not based on gender, race, national origin, or any other protected classes.

Ways We Prioritize Your Health and Happiness

• Healthcare Coverage – Competitive medical (PPO/HDHP), dental, and vision plans as well as company contributions to your Health Savings Account (HSA) or pre‑tax savings through flexible spending accounts (FSA) for commuting, health & dependent care expenses.
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Featuring a 100% Company Safe Harbor Match on your first 6% deferral immediately upon eligibility.
• Paid Time Off – Flexible Time Off for Exempt (salaried) employees, as well as generous PTO for Non‑Exempt (hourly) employees, plus 11 paid company holidays and a paid volunteer day.
• 12 weeks of Paid Parental Leave
• Maven Family Planning – provides support through your Parenting journey including egg freezing, fertility, adoption, surrogacy, pregnancy, postpartum, early pediatrics, and returning to work. And SO much more! We continue to enhance our program, so be sure to check our Benefits page here for the latest. Our team can share more during the interview process!

Early Warning Services, LLC (“Early Warning”) considers for employment, hires, retains and promotes qualified candidates on the basis of ability, potential, and valid qualifications without regard to race, religious creed, religion, color, sex, sexual orientation, genetic information, gender, gender identity, gender expression, age, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, protected veteran or disability status or any factor prohibited by law, and as such affirms in policy and practice to support and promote equal employment opportunity and affirmative action, in accordance with all applicable federal, state, and municipal laws. The company also prohibits discrimination on other bases such as medical condition, marital status or any other factor that is irrelevant to the performance of our employees.

Early Warning Services, LLC (“Early Warning”) considers for employment, hires, retains and promotes qualified candidates on the basis of ability, potential, and valid qualifications without regard to race, religious creed, religion, color, sex, sexual orientation, genetic information, gender, gender identity, gender expression, age, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, protected veteran or disability status or any factor prohibited by law, and as such affirms in policy and practice to support and promote equal employment opportunity and affirmative action, in accordance with all applicable federal, state, and municipal laws. The company also prohibits discrimination on other bases such as medical condition, marital status or any other factor that is irrelevant to the performance of our employees.

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Early Warning Services, LLC (“Early Warning”) considers for employment, hires, retains and promotes qualified candidates on the basis of ability, potential, and valid qualifications without regard to race, religious creed, religion, color, sex, sexual orientation, genetic information, gender, gender identity, gender expression, age, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, protected veteran or disability status or any factor prohibited by law, and as such affirms in policy and practice to support and promote equal employment opportunity and affirmative action, in accordance with all applicable federal, state, and municipal laws. The company also prohibits discrimination on other bases such as medical condition, marital status or any other factor that is irrelevant to the performance of our employees.

Early Warning Services, LLC (“Early Warning”) considers for employment, hires, retains and promotes qualified candidates on the basis of ability, potential, and valid qualifications without regard to race, religious creed, religion, color, sex, sexual orientation, genetic information, gender, gender identity, gender expression, age, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, protected veteran or disability status or any factor prohibited by law, and as such affirms in policy and practice to support and promote equal employment opportunity and affirmative action, in accordance with will. The company also prohibits discrimination on other bases such as medical condition, marital status or any other factor that is irrelevant to the performance of our employees.

Early Warning Services delivers innovative payment and risk solutions to financial institutions nationwide. For over 25 years, Early Warning has been a leader in technology that helps protect and advance the financial system. We serve a diverse network of approximately 2,500 financial institutions, government entities and payment companies. Our product solutions enable real‑time funds availability for a variety of payment types through our payments network.

Early Warning Services, LLC (“Early Warning”) considers for employment, hires, retains and promotes qualified candidates on the basis of ability, potential, and valid qualifications without regard to race, religious creed, religion, color, sex, sexual orientation, genetic information, gender, gender identity, gender expression, age, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, protected veteran or disability status or any factor prohibited by law, and as such affirms in policy and practice to support and promote equal employment opportunity and affirmative action, in accordance with all applicable federal, state, and municipal laws. The company also prohibits discrimination on other bases such as medical condition, marital status or any other factor that is irrelevant to the performance of our employees.

Early Warning Services is proud participant in E-Verify, a federal program to help ensure a legal and authorized workforce. As part of our hiring process, we electronically verify the employment eligibility of all new hires through E-Verify. For more information on your rights and responsibilities under E-Verify please visit Home | E-Verify.