Cloud Engineer

We are looking to build our cloud infrastructure capabilities with experienced engineers who can design, deploy and optimize cloud solutions across AWS and Azure environments. This is an opportunity to register your interest in future Cloud Engineer roles where you could take ownership of infrastructure delivery, drive automation and reliability improvements, and help shape how the organization scales its cloud capabilities. Please note the content of this advert does not represent a live vacancy. About The Opportunity This is an opportunity to register your interest in Cloud Engineer positions within modern cloud infrastructure teams. Roles of this type may sit within engineering-focused organizations building and maintaining scalable cloud environments, working across AWS and Azure platforms to support business-critical applications and services. The work could involve designing infrastructure-as-code solutions, implementing CI/CD pipelines, containerizing applications, and establishing monitoring and observability practices that keep systems reliable and performant. You could partner across platform, security and application teams to deliver cloud solutions that meet enterprise standards. Typical Role Overview Location: San Francisco, California, USA — hybrid, with remote flexibilityType: Permanent Full-timeSalary: $135,000 - $220,000 per annum, dependent on experienceDomain: Cloud infrastructure DevOps AWS & Azure What You Would Do Typical responsibilities could include: Designing and implementing cloud infrastructure using infrastructure-as-code tools and frameworksBuilding and optimizing CI/CD pipelines to automate deployment and testing workflowsContainerizing applications and managing container orchestration platformsEstablishing monitoring, logging and alerting strategies to ensure system reliabilityCollaborating with security and platform teams to implement cloud best practices and compliance standardsSupporting and mentoring junior team members on cloud infrastructure patternsTroubleshooting infrastructure issues and implementing solutions to improve system performanceDocumenting architecture decisions and maintaining runbooks for operational consistency What You Could Bring Most roles of this type require the following: Must-have 5–10 years of experience in cloud infrastructure, DevOps or cloud engineering rolesHands-on expertise with AWS and Azure, including compute, storage and networking servicesStrong experience with infrastructure-as-code tools such as Terraform, CloudFormation or Azure Resource ManagerWorking knowledge of containerization and orchestration platforms, particularly Docker and KubernetesExperience designing and implementing CI/CD pipelines using tools such as Jenkins, GitLab CI, GitHub Actions or similarProficiency with Linux/Unix system administration and scripting languages such as Python, Bash or similarBachelor's degree in Information Technology, Computer Science or related field, or equivalent professional experienceAuthorization to work in the United States Nice-to-have AWS Certified Solutions Architect or Azure Solutions Architect certificationGoogle Cloud Architect certificationExperience with infrastructure monitoring and observability tools such as Prometheus, ELK Stack or DatadogFamiliarity with Agile development practices and cross-functional collaborationExperience supporting regulated or enterprise environments What Roles Of This Type Could Offer Most roles of this type offer the following, dependent on the industry and seniority of the role: Opportunity to own infrastructure delivery end-to-end, from design through to production supportExposure to modern cloud platforms and emerging DevOps practicesPotential to influence infrastructure strategy and shape how the organization scales its cloud capabilitiesScope to develop expertise across multiple cloud platforms and advance toward senior or principal-level rolesCollaboration with talented engineers on complex, high-impact infrastructure challengesProfessional development support, including access to cloud certification trainingCompetitive package including health, dental and vision coverage, paid time off, 401(k), flexible work arrangements and remote flexibility where supported by the role About Specialist Staffing Group We are a leading recruitment and staffing partner specializing in connecting talented professionals with rewarding opportunities in technology, engineering and related fields. Our mission is to help organizations build high-performing teams and support professionals in advancing their careers. We work closely with clients across industries to understand their culture, technical needs and growth plans, and we take pride in making meaningful placements that benefit both candidates and employers. How To Register Interest If you are interested in being added to our database to be considered for future opportunities, registering is quick and easy. No cover letter required. We will be in touch when we are instructed on these roles to discuss the next step in your career. Please note that the content of this advert does not represent a live vacancy or any guarantee of future vacancies, and by responding to this advert you agree to us adding your details to our database for future opportunities.