Principal Cloud Engineer

What would your day look like? 

• Develop and execute cloud architecture strategies aligned with Providence's goals, ensuring robust and scalable solutions.
• Lead, mentor, and support a team of cloud engineers, fostering a culture of collaboration and continuous improvement.
• Oversee the provisioning, configuration, and monitoring of cloud resources to ensure optimal performance and availability.
• Implement and maintain security protocols to safeguard sensitive healthcare data, ensuring compliance with relevant regulations (e.g., HIPAA).
• Work with IT, DevOps, and application development teams to integrate cloud solutions that enhance operational efficiency.
• Monitor cloud expenditures and optimize resource usage to align with budgetary goals.
• Identify and resolve cloud-related issues swiftly, minimizing downtime and ensuring seamless service delivery.
• Maintain comprehensive documentation of cloud architecture, processes, and best practices for internal reference and training.

Who are we looking for?

We are seeking a highly skilled Lead Cloud Engineer who is not only an expert in cloud technologies but also a visionary leader. The ideal candidate will have:

• 5 to 8 years in cloud engineering, with a strong background in designing and managing complex cloud infrastructures, preferably in healthcare.
• Proficiency in major cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, Google Cloud), and a deep understanding of cloud architecture, microservices, and containerization (Docker, Kubernetes).
• Proven ability to lead and mentor engineering teams, fostering a culture of collaboration, innovation, and best practices.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to develop and implement strategic cloud initiatives that drive business value.
• Excellent interpersonal skills to effectively communicate technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders and collaborate across various departments.
• Thorough knowledge of cloud security best practices and compliance standards, particularly in the healthcare industry.
• Passion for staying current with industry trends and emerging technologies, eager to apply new knowledge to improve cloud solutions.
• Analytical mindset with good problem-solving skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Good interpersonal skills.
• Good to have coding skills in python.