Cloud Engineer

Tekfortune is a fast-growing consulting firm specialized in permanent, contract & project-based staffing services for world s leading organizations in a broad range of industries. In this quickly changing economic landscape, virtual recruiting and remote work are critical for the future of work. To support the active project demands and skills gaps, our staffing experts can help you find the best job for you.
Role: Cloud Engineer (Adviser)
Location: Hybrid (Plano, TX or Reston, VA)
Duration: Fulltime
Required Skills: Cloud
Job Description:

As a Cloud Engineer (Advisor), you will serve as a technical expert in designing and implementing robust cloud solutions for one of the largest financial institutions in the US. You will lead the migration, optimization, and management of cloud infrastructure, ensuring scalability, security, and high availability for mission-critical financial applications.

Key Responsibilities:
Cloud Strategy: Provide high-level technical advice on cloud architecture and infrastructure as code (IaC).
Implementation: Build and maintain scalable cloud environments (AWS/Azure) focusing on automation and CI/CD pipelines.
Modernization: Lead the transition of legacy systems to cloud-native microservices architectures.
Governance & Security: Ensure all cloud solutions meet stringent financial regulatory and security compliance standards.
Collaboration: Work with cross-functional teams to troubleshoot complex cloud-related performance and connectivity issues.

Technical Requirements (Must-Have):
Experience: 8+ years of experience in Infrastructure/Cloud Engineering.
Cloud Platforms: Expert knowledge of AWS (preferred) or Azure services.
Automation: Strong experience with Terraform, CloudFormation, or Ansible.
DevOps: Hands-on experience with Jenkins, GitLab, or similar CI/CD tools.
Containers: Solid understanding of Kubernetes (EKS/AKS) and Docker.
Scripting: Proficiency in Python, Bash, or Go.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience in the Banking/Finance/Mortgage tech.
• Relevant Cloud Certifications (AWS Solutions Architect Professional, etc.).
• Strong understanding of FinOps and cloud cost optimization.

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