Cloud Engineer 3

Job Title Cloud Engineer 3 (2x roles) - Need 15 years of candidate.(Cloud/ DevOps/AWS)

Request #94257-1

Location: Chicago, IL or Dallas , TX Onsite- 5 days in office (Target Locals).

Duration: 12 months

Role Summary

We are seeking an experienced Cloud Engineer to manage and optimize AWS cloud operations. This role focuses on maintaining reliable cloud infrastructure, automating processes, and ensuring operational excellence across environments. You will work independently on complex systems while collaborating with internal teams to improve performance, scalability, and reliability.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage, monitor, and optimize AWS cloud environments to ensure stability and performance
• Design and implement automation solutions to support development and operations
• Develop and maintain Infrastructure as Code (IaC) using CloudFormation or ARM templates
• Troubleshoot cloud issues and implement solutions aligned with AWS best practices
• Maintain operational standards, governance, and security controls
• Perform proactive system improvements to minimize disruptions
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams for development, testing, and deployment support
• Identify opportunities to improve processes, efficiency, and team capabilities

Required Qualifications

• 5 years of experience in Cloud Operations or DevOps
• 5 years of hands-on experience with AWS (or Azure with strong AWS exposure)
• Experience with AWS services such as CloudFormation, CloudWatch, and related tools
• Experience with version control and CI/CD tools (Azure DevOps and/or GitHub)
• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Preferred Qualifications

• AWS certifications (Cloud, DevOps, or Architecture)
• Experience with scripting (Python, Bash, PowerShell, etc.)
• Hands-on experience with Infrastructure as Code (CloudFormation, ARM templates)
• Experience managing IAM roles and policies using least privilege principles
• Exposure to multi-cloud environments (especially Azure)

Education & Experience

• 5 7 years of relevant experience in cloud or software engineering
• No formal degree required

Candidate Considerations (Screening)

• Resume should be concise (preferably under 3 pages)
• Stable work history (avoid frequent job changes)
• Must be local

Interview Process

• 1 Round: Technical Interview (30 minutes)
• Additional round if required