Senior Cloud Applications Engineer

Jobtailor

Kansas City (KS)

On-site

USD 90,000 - 130,000

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

Jobtailor in Kansas City, KS seeks an experienced technology professional to lead cloud-based applications design, implementation, and support across vendor solutions. You will oversee testing, security controls, performance monitoring, and cost optimization while collaborating with business stakeholders to meet objectives.

The role requires strong SDLC knowledge, experience with ERP and retail systems, and the ability to manage multiple priorities.

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Software Engineering, or a related field.
8 to 12 years of progressive experience supporting enterprise applications and technology solutions.
Experience with structured development environments, code review, and deployment/promotion processes.
Strong understanding of SDLC, including requirements gathering, design, development, testing, implementation, and support using Agile and/or Waterfall methodologies.
Experience implementing and supporting cloud-based solutions and applying cloud best practices.
Experience supporting business operations in relevant industries, preferably grocery, retail, wholesale distribution, warehousing, logistics, manufacturing, or supply chain.
Experience implementing, upgrading, or supporting enterprise applications, including ERP, payroll, warehouse management, distribution, operations, reporting, or manufacturing systems.
Experience designing and supporting system integrations using APIs, web services, middleware, and data exchange technologies.
Experience monitoring and optimizing cloud environments for performance, availability, security, and cost efficiency.
Experience supporting security controls, including encryption, access management, auditing, and compliance activities.
Experience leading or participating in technical solution reviews and driving technology adoption.
Strong verbal and written communication skills for technical and non-technical audiences.
Experience with ERP systems and retail technologies such as POS, pricing, promotions, logistics, routing, forecasting, demand planning, and RELEX solutions is preferred.

Responsibilities

Serve as the subject matter expert for the design, implementation, configuration, and support of cloud-based applications and vendor solutions.
Lead testing activities, including test strategy, test plan development, script creation, and execution.
Support and maintain cloud security controls, including encryption, access management, monitoring, and compliance requirements.
Monitor application performance and availability, troubleshoot issues, and implement solutions that optimize reliability and cost-effectiveness.
Conduct technical solution reviews and recommend improvements to system adoption, functionality, and overall performance.
Support the full application lifecycle, including enhancements, upgrades, implementations, integrations, and ongoing maintenance.
Partner with business stakeholders to understand operational needs, business challenges, and desired outcomes.
Collaborate with technology teams and end users to configure and deliver cloud-based solutions that support business objectives.
Communicate project priorities, risks, and recommendations to technology teams and business leaders.
Provide status updates, issue management, and communications to cross-functional teams and leadership.
Assist in evaluating, selecting, implementing, and supporting enterprise software solutions.
Develop and maintain vendor relationships and coordinate resolution of application issues requiring vendor engagement.
Lead development and implementation of cloud applications and vendor packages, migrate on-premises applications to the cloud, and debug cloud stacks