Senior Cloud Engineer

Spectrum; Raleigh (NC); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Spectrum is seeking a Senior Cloud Engineer to join our fast-paced team in Raleigh, NC. You will identify, implement, and optimize cloud automation, build scalable infrastructure, and support enterprise-scale operations across AWS, Azure, and Google Cloud environments.

You’ll drive improvements, collaborate across teams, and develop internal tooling for security and reliability. The role emphasizes scripting, automation, and IaC, with opportunities to advance cloud architecture, security, and

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or higher in a related field; 4+ years of relevant experience.
• Experience scripting/automation in enterprise environments.
• Proven cloud engineering experience with AWS, Azure, Google Cloud, or hybrid environments.
• Strong understanding of automation frameworks and performance optimization.

Responsibilities

• Identify and implement improvements in cloud processes, procedures, and systems.
• Collaborate cross-functionally to optimize product delivery timelines and service performance.
• Develop and maintain PowerShell scripts for enterprise-scale automation; create reusable functions/modules.
• Design and deploy remediation and automation solutions across large-scale environments (500K+ endpoints).
• Build and support internal tooling for configuration drift detection and vulnerability remediation.
• Optimize script performance with runspaces, scheduled tasks, and throttling.
• Collaborate with teams using GitHub for version control and reviews.
• Create and maintain Power BI dashboards by integrating multiple data sources.

Skills

Python

PowerShell

GoLang

AWS

Azure

Google Cloud

Hybrid cloud

CI/CD

DevOps

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Terraform

CloudFormation

Git

Job description

At RapidScale, exceptional technology is powered by exceptional people. We deliver secure, reliable managed and advisory services across private, public, and hybrid clouds, helping organizations innovate, adapt, and grow. As an Elite Broadcom VMware VCSP Partner and top partner with AWS, Azure, and Google, our solutions focus on business outcomes with embedded cyber resiliency and AI to protect today and enable tomorrow backed by the strength of the Cox family of companies.

We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated Senior Cloud Engineer to join our dynamic team. This role is ideal for a self-starter who thrives in a fast-paced environment and is passionate about driving innovation in cloud technologies. You will play a critical role in identifying and implementing improvements across our cloud infrastructure, enhancing automation, and ensuring the scalability and stability of our services.

Key Responsibilities:

• Independently identify and implement improvements in processes, procedures, and technical systems.
• Collaborate cross-functionally to optimize product delivery timelines and service performance.
• Develop and maintain advanced PowerShell scripts with robust parameter validation, reusable functions/modules, and dynamic logic to support enterprise-scale automation.
• Design and deploy remediation and automation solutions across large-scale environments (500K+ endpoints), ensuring reliability and performance.
• Build and support internal tooling for configuration drift detection and vulnerability remediation.
• Optimize script performance using runspaces, scheduled tasks, and throttling techniques.
• Collaborate with internal teams using GitHub for version control, code reviews, and knowledge sharing.
• Create and maintain Power BI dashboards by integrating multiple data sources to deliver actionable insights and reporting.
• Continuously explore and implement automation opportunities, demonstrating a self-driven and innovative mindset.
• Develop and maintain automation scripts and infrastructure-as-code to streamline deployment and operations.
• Serve as an escalation point for complex technical issues, providing expert-level troubleshooting and resolution.
• Ensure best practices in cloud architecture, security, and compliance are consistently applied.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in a related discipline and 4 years' experience in a related field. The right candidate could also have a different combination, such as a master's degree and 2 years' experience; a Ph.D. and up to 1 year of experience; or 8 years' experience in a related field
• Proven hands-on experience with scripting and automation in enterprise environments using industry standard languages (e.g., Python, PowerShell, GoLang).
• Proven experience in cloud engineering with a focus on AWS, Azure, Google Cloud, or hybrid environments.
• Strong understanding of automation frameworks and performance optimization strategies.
• Experience with Git for source control and collaborative development.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Self-motivated and passionate about scripting, automation, and continuous improvement.
• Deep understanding of cloud infrastructure, networking, and security principles.
• Experience with CI/CD pipelines and DevOps practices.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to work independently and collaboratively.
• Experience with Infrastructure as Code frameworks and methodologies (Terraform, CloudFormation, etc.)
  Strong communication skills and a customer-centric mindset.

Here, our employees don't just have jobs, they're building careers. That's why we offer a comprehensive pay and benefits package that rewards employees for their contributions to our success, supporting all aspects of their well-being at every stage of life.

A qualified applicant's criminal history, if any, will be considered in a manner consistent with applicable laws, including local ordinances.

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