Senior Cloud Engineer

Volant Media UK Ltd; Washington, Baltimore (District of Columbia, MD); On-site; USD 140,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

Reach Media is seeking a Senior Cloud Engineer to design, deploy, secure, and optimize cloud infrastructure for our DC-based operations. You will work across AWS services like S3, CloudFront, SNS, and SQS, and manage containerized apps with Kubernetes and Docker.

The role demands hands-on expertise in cloud networking, security, and automation, with strong problem-solving and cross-functional collaboration. Occasional shift-based hours support the platform and live workflows.

Qualifications

• 5+ years in cloud or infrastructure engineering, with 2+ in senior/lead role.
• Hands-on AWS cloud platform experience including networking, security, and governance.
• Containerization and orchestration with Kubernetes and Docker; serverless knowledge.
• Scripting/automation: Python, PowerShell, Bash, Node/TypeScript.
• Experience with infrastructure as code and CI/CD pipelines.
• Familiarity with AI in development workflows; strong problem-solving.
• Ability to communicate complex ideas to varied audiences.

Responsibilities

• Architect, design, deploy, and maintain cloud infrastructure.
• Advise on enterprise-wide infrastructure architecture and improvements.
• Monitor resources for performance and cost optimization.
• Troubleshoot cloud and software issues; ensure secure, compliant operations.
• Develop and maintain deployment/config scripts for core cloud services.

Skills

Cloud engineering

AWS

Kubernetes

Docker

Scripting: Python

PowerShell

Bash

Node/TypeScript

AI in development workflows

CI/CD

Linux administration

Networking concepts

Education

Bachelor's degree in CS/Software Engineering or related field

AWS Certified Solutions Architect (Preferred)

Google Professional Cloud Architect (Preferred)

Tools

Kubernetes

Docker

AWS services (S3, CloudFront, SNS, SQS, IAM)

Git, ECR, EC2

Job description

Reach Media is a media broadcast service provider based in Washington, DC, delivering international news content across television, digital, and social media platforms. Operating within a fast-paced, automated newsroom environment, we support live news production and real-time editorial content for global clients.

As we continue to expand, we are seeking talented professionals who thrive in dynamic newsroom settings and are passionate about live production, journalism, and broadcast technology.

Job Title: Senior Cloud Engineer

Summary

The Cloud Engineer is a key member of the Technology team, helping keep broadcast operations running smoothly with a focus on cloud and software technologies. You’ll design, deploy, secure, and troubleshoot cloud solutions, applying best practices and strong problem-solving skills to keep our platform reliable, secure, and cost-effective.

The individual must have deep knowledge of network principles, all aspects of LAN, WAN and WLAN networks and Network services.

Essential Job Functions

• Architect, design, deploy, and maintain cloud and related infrastructure
• Advice and recommend enterprise-wide infrastructure architecture
• Proactively suggest improvements, changes and optimizations
• Communicate project and planning with management, both technical and general
• Monitor cloud resources for performance and cost optimization
• Troubleshoot and resolve cloud and software issues
• Build, implement, and maintain configuration for core cloud services, including AWS, CloudFront, S3, SNS, and SQS
• Administer, configure and deploy containerized applications and services using Kubernetes and Docker
• Write scripts for deployment, monitoring, reporting, and alerting to support a robust, redundant, and highly available infrastructure
• Assess security threats and their impact on customer environments
• Triage and resolve technical, workflow, and user issues
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to implement cloud solutions
• Ensure compliance with security and data protection policies
• Support and troubleshoot cloud and on-premises infrastructure as needed

Minimum Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in a cloud or infrastructure engineering role, including 2+ years in a senior or lead capacity.
• Hands‑on experience with a major cloud platform -AWS preferred, including:
• Cloud networking (Direct Connect/VPN, DNS, Route 53)
• Cloud security and governance (IAM, roles, policies, MFA)
• Containerization and orchestration with Kubernetes and Docker
• Serverless platforms and services
• Elasticsearch, Kubernetes clusters, and Docker
• Scripting and automation skills (Python, PowerShell, Bash, Node/TypeScript)
• Proven adoption and strong understanding of use of AI in development workflows
• Ability to communicate complex ideas to a range of audiences, technical and general
• Experience with infrastructure as code and CI/CD
• Experience with, Git, ECR, and EC2
• Solid command of Linux administration
• Strong problem-solving and troubleshooting skills
• Clear, confident communication — you can explain technical concepts to internal teams, project engineers, and stakeholders alike
• Self‑motivated and able to see tasks through to completion without close supervision
• Comfortable working as part of a larger cross‑functional team
• Willingness to work occasional shift‑based hours to support the platform

Educations & Experience

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or related field preferred; or equivalent experience via industry certifications, or hands‑on professional experience.
• Experience supporting live broadcast or media environments (Preferred).
• Relevant cloud certifications e.g., AWS Certified Solutions Architect, Google Professional Cloud Architect (Preferred).

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