United States onlyRequisition Id 13106
Overview:
We are seeking a Senior Cloud Engineer in the Digital Platform Services Group of the Digital Services Infrastructure & Operations Division of the Information Technology Services Directorate at Oak Ridge National Laboratory (ORNL)
Cloud computing allows for the modernization and consolidation of IT infrastructure, automated workloads, and the pursuit of next-generation innovation. To continue this transformation, we’re seeking qualified applicants having expertise in the strategy, design, development, and implementation of large-scale projects in the cloud. The ideal candidate is experienced in cloud-based tech, with a firm grasp of new technologies, platforms, and applications, and ability to customize them to help our business become more secure and efficient.
Extensive knowledge of cloud maintenance, experience leading staff, and advanced industry knowledge is key to keeping us on the cutting edge. From day one, you’ll have an immediate impact on the day-to-day efficiency of our IT operations, and an ongoing impact on our overall growth.
Objectives of this Role:
- Work in tandem with our engineering team to identify and implement optimized cloud-based solutions for the company.
- Define and record best practices and strategies regarding application deployment and infrastructure maintenance.
- Provide guidance, thought leadership, and mentorship to development teams to build cloud competencies.
- Ensure application performance, uptime, and scale, maintaining high standards of code quality and thoughtful design.
- Manage cloud environments in accordance with company and Federal security guidelines.
Major Duties/Responsibilities:
Cloud Operations Management:
- Provide technical expertise in cloud service categories such as PaaS/SaaS/IaaS.
- Design, build, maintain, document, and automate technical processes and operations using VMWare, vCenter, vSphere, Azure Virtual Machine.
- Implement configuration and deployment automation towards improving functionality, availability, and manageability of our enterprise cloud offerings. Design, implement, and test disaster recovery (DR) and business continuity architecture.
- Monitor and maintain multiple environments based on client requirements.
Continuous Improvement:
- Provide continuously improving sets of software and systems engineering practices fora streamlined IT environment.
Communications:
- Demonstrate excellent interpersonal, written, presentation, leadership, collaboration, facilitation and negotiation skills and the ability to interact with all levels of internal and external partners. Cultivate positive relationships with industry authorities.
- Solve incidents, identify root cause, fix, and document problems, and implement preventive measures.
- Educate teams on the implementation of new cloud-based initiatives, providing associated training as required.
- Employ exceptional problem-solving skills, with the ability to see and tackle issues before they affect business productivity.
Deliver ORNL’s mission by aligning behaviors, priorities, and interactions with our core values of Impact, Integrity, Teamwork, Safety, and Service. Promote diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility by encouraging a respectful workplace – in how we treat one another, work together, and measure success.
Basic Qualifications:
- A BS in business, computer science, computer engineering, electrical engineering, system analysis, or a related field of study and eight (8) or more years of experience in cloud computing technologies. An overall combination of equivalent experience may be considered.
- Experience with Azure Cloud.
- Experience with cloud infrastructure (firewalls, load balancers, DNS, DHCP) and various virtualization technologies, including VMWare vCenter and vSphere.
- Experience in scripting languages such as Terraform, PowerShell, CloudFormation, Ansible Shell Scripting, Python, Ruby, PERL Scripting.
Preferred Qualifications:
- An advanced degree in business, computer science, computer engineering, electrical engineering, system analysis, or a related field of study and seven (7) or more years of experience in cloud computing technologies.
- Azure certifications.
- Familiarity with Azure Open AI
- Experience in several of the following areas: database architecture, ETL, business intelligence, big data, machine learning, advanced analytics.
- Understanding of authentication and authorization, and both identity and access management.
- Familiarity of deployments in a hybrid cloud environment including data challenges with solution deployment across multiple clouds.
- Ability to work on challenging issues independently or in a collaborative environment.
- Ability to present ideas in user-friendly language.
Special Requirements:
Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.
Benefits at ORNL:
ORNL offers competitive pay and benefits programs to attract and retain dedicated people. The laboratory offers many employee benefits, including medical and retirement plans and flexible work hours, to help you and your family live happy and healthy. Employee amenities such as on-site fitness, banking, and cafeteria facilities are also provided for convenience.
Other benefits include the following: Prescription Drug Plan, Dental Plan, Vision Plan, 401(k) Retirement Plan, Contributory Pension Plan, Life Insurance, Disability Benefits, Generous Vacation and Holidays, Parental Leave, Legal Insurance with Identity Theft Protection, Employee Assistance Plan, Flexible Spending Accounts, Health Savings Accounts, Wellness Programs, Educational Assistance, Relocation Assistance, and Employee Discounts.
Having difficulty using the online application system or need an accommodation to apply due to a disability? Please email: [email protected] or call 1.866.963.9545.
ORNL offers a flexible work environment that supports both the organization and the employee. In addition, this position is considered remote-eligible for ORNL in pre-approved locations. Remote-eligibility is not a continued guarantee and could be subject to change based on evolving organizational needs.
Pay range: $127,530 - $191,290
Please note that the pay range information is a general guideline only. Many factors are taken into consideration when setting starting pay. Salary for this position will be commensurate with the final candidate’s qualifications and experience, including skills, knowledge, relevant education, certifications, plus also aligned with the internal peer group. It is not typical for an individual to be offered a salary at or near the top of the range for a position. Link to benefits. https://jobs.ornl.gov/content/Benefits/?locale=en_US
This position will remain open for a minimum of 5 days after which it will close when a qualified candidate is identified and/or hired.
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ORNL is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants, including individuals with disabilities and protected veterans, are encouraged to apply. UT-Battelle is an E-Verify employer.
