Senior Cloud Infrastructure and Network Automation Engineer – Mindlance

Job Title: Senior Cloud Infrastructure and Network Automation Engineer

Job Summary:
We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Senior Cloud Infrastructure and Network Automation Engineer to design, implement, and optimize cloud-based infrastructures and network systems. The ideal candidate will possess strong expertise in cloud platforms, infrastructure as code (IaC), and network automation. They will play a pivotal role in ensuring the scalability, reliability, and security of our cloud infrastructure while driving automation and efficiency across the organization.

Key Responsibilities:
1. Cloud Infrastructure Management:

• Design, deploy, and manage scalable and secure cloud environments (AWS, Azure, GCP).
• Optimize cloud resources for performance, cost, and scalability.
• Implement best practices for cloud architecture and security.

2. Network Automation:

• Develop and maintain automated network deployment and management systems using tools like Ansible, Terraform, or equivalent.
• Ensure seamless integration of network services with cloud and on-premises environments.
• Troubleshoot and resolve network performance and security issues.

3. Automation and Orchestration:

• Automate infrastructure provisioning, configuration, and deployment using Infrastructure as Code (IaC).
• Create and manage CI/CD pipelines for infrastructure and network automation.
• Evaluate and implement automation tools and frameworks to enhance operational efficiency.

4. Monitoring and Optimization:

• Implement monitoring and alerting systems to ensure the reliability and availability of cloud and network infrastructure.
• Analyze performance metrics and provide recommendations for improvements.

5. Collaboration and Leadership:

• Work closely with DevOps, engineering, and IT teams to support application deployments and infrastructure requirements.
• Provide mentorship and technical guidance to junior engineers.

6. Documentation and Compliance:

• Maintain up-to-date documentation of cloud and network architectures, configurations, and processes.
• Ensure compliance with industry standards, regulations, and internal policies.

Qualifications:

Education: Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field.

Experience: Minimum of 5-8 years of experience in cloud infrastructure, networking, and automation.

Skills:
Proficiency in cloud platforms (AWS, Azure).
Hands-on experience with network automation tools (Ansible, Terraform, etc.).
Strong understanding of networking concepts (TCP/IP, DNS, VPNs, firewalls, etc.).
Expertise in scripting languages (Python, Bash, etc.) for automation.
Experience with CI/CD pipelines and DevOps practices.
Familiarity with monitoring tools like Prometheus, Grafana, or equivalent.
Knowledge of containerization technologies (Docker, Kubernetes) is a plus.

Soft Skills:
Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.
Excellent communication and collaboration abilities.
Ability to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.

Location: Orange, CT.

Employment: Full Time

Timings: 8AM to 5PM EST