Lead Cloud Engineer

Rackspace Technology; United States; Remote; USD 116,000 - 199,000; Full time

Job summary

Join an innovative company as a Lead Cloud Engineer, where you will spearhead the migration of clients into a multicloud environment. This greenfield project offers the opportunity to leverage your expertise in cloud infrastructure support and DevOps processes. Collaborate with engineering teams to implement cutting-edge solutions and optimize applications for business success. With a commitment to diversity and inclusion, this role promises a dynamic work environment where your contributions will have a significant impact. Embrace the chance to work with leading technologies and help shape the future of cloud solutions.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of technical support experience with cloud migrations.
• Expert knowledge of AWS and Azure, familiarity with GCP.

Responsibilities

• Oversee cloud infrastructure and DevOps requirements.
• Implement automation best practices for CI/CD and IaC.

Skills

AWS

Azure

Linux Administration

Windows Administration

DevOps

CI/CD

Scripting (Bash/PowerShell/Python)

Cloud Monitoring Tools

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology

Master’s degree in Information Technology

Tools

AWS Solutions Architect

Kubernetes

ServiceNow

Job description

Job Summary: Rackspace is seeking a highly skilled and experienced Lead Cloud Engineer. We’re currently migrating a new customer into a multicloud environment. This is a greenfield project where you’ll be the technical expert in cloud Infrastructure Support, overseeing network architecture, information security, IT system administration, tools, and DevOps processes.

Work Location: US Remote

Key Responsibilities:

1. Oversee and coordinate the technical, peripheral, and management aspects of our cloud infrastructure and DevOps requirements.
2. Identify and resolve product bugs, deficiencies, and performance bottlenecks.
3. Collaborate with customers' engineering teams on various projects.
4. Implement automation and DevOps best practices for CI/CD, IaC, containerization, etc.
5. Perform Linux/Windows administration, automated deployments, scripting (Bash/PowerShell/Python).
6. Work with Rackspace team members and customer stakeholders to deliver projects like cloud architecture implementation, migrations, and application optimization.
7. Serve as a technical advisor and troubleshoot technical challenges for customers.

Qualifications:

1. Bachelor’s degree in information technology or a related field required; master’s degree preferred. Additional experience may substitute for education at a rate of 3 years of experience for 1 year of education.
2. AWS Solutions Architect certification is preferred.
3. 7+ years of technical support experience.
4. Expert knowledge of AWS and Azure; familiarity with GCP.
5. Experience in project environments, including vendor or consulting roles.
6. Experience with cloud migrations from on-premises to cloud.
7. Administration experience with Windows and Linux servers.
8. Experience with cloud monitoring tools such as ServiceNow.
9. Knowledge of DevOps, CI/CD deployments, and Kubernetes.

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The anticipated starting pay ranges vary by state, e.g., Colorado: $116,100 - $170,280; Hawaii and New York (excluding NYC): $123,600 - $181,280; California, NYC, and Washington: $135,300 - $198,440. Compensation may include variable bonuses or discretionary payments based on performance, skill set, experience, certifications, and location.

About Rackspace Technology

We are the multicloud solutions experts, combining leading technologies to deliver end-to-end solutions. Recognized as a top place to work, we attract world-class talent committed to innovation and service.

More on Rackspace Technology

We foster a culture where diverse perspectives fuel innovation. We are committed to equal employment opportunity and accommodations for disabilities or special needs.

About the company

Rackspace Technology, Inc. is an American managed cloud computing company based in Windcrest, Texas, USA.