Occidental Petroleum Corporation

Cloud Architect

Occidental Petroleum Corporation • $125K — $150K *
Information Technology
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Information Systems or related field.
  • 7+ years of experience in cloud architecture, platform engineering, or DevOps engineering.
  • Deep expertise in AWS and Azure services.
  • Hands-on experience with Kubernetes (EKS, AKS), containers, and cloud networking.
  • Strong Infrastructure as Code experience using Terraform.
  • Experience implementing observability platforms and operational monitoring solutions.
  • Strong understanding of SRE, DevOps, CI/CD, and cloud operating models.
  • Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.

Responsibilities

  • Design and architect enterprise cloud solutions across AWS and Azure.
  • Define cloud platform standards, reference architectures, and engineering best practices.
  • Evaluate application requirements and recommend appropriate hosting models.
  • Support cloud adoption initiatives ensuring scalability, security, and operational sustainability.
  • Architect and manage Kubernetes platforms, including EKS, AKS, ECS, and container services.
  • Develop reusable Infrastructure as Code modules using Terraform.
  • Drive operational excellence through automation, monitoring, and incident response processes.

Benefits

  • Support for professional certifications and continuous learning.
  • Flexible work arrangements to promote work-life balance.
  • Engagement in modern cloud technologies across a multi-cloud environment.
  • Collaborative culture that encourages innovation and knowledge sharing.
  • Opportunities to impact cloud governance and security policies.
Full Job Description

Cloud Architecture & Strategy

  • Design and architect enterprise cloud solutions across AWS and Azure.
  • Define cloud platform standards, reference architectures, and engineering best practices.
  • Evaluate application requirements and recommend appropriate hosting models, including Kubernetes, containers, serverless, and platform services.
  • Support cloud adoption initiatives while ensuring scalability, security, and operational sustainability.

Platform Engineering

  • Architect and manage Kubernetes platforms, including EKS, AKS, ECS, and container services.
  • Develop reusable Infrastructure as Code modules using Terraform and cloud-native tooling.
  • Create self-service platform capabilities that enable application teams to deploy and manage workloads efficiently.
  • Establish engineering standards for cloud platform onboarding, deployment, and lifecycle management.

Cloud Operations & Reliability

  • Drive operational excellence through automation, monitoring, observability, and incident response processes.
  • Partner with Site Reliability Engineering (SRE) teams to improve service availability, resiliency, MTTD, and MTTR.
  • Implement operational runbooks, automated remediation, and continuous improvement practices.
  • Support production platforms and ensure high availability of business-critical services.

DevOps & Automation

  • Design and implement CI/CD pipelines using Azure DevOps, Git-based workflows, and cloud-native deployment processes.
  • Automate provisioning, configuration, compliance, and deployment activities.
  • Promote DevOps and platform engineering practices across development and operations teams.
  • Reduce manual effort through automation and infrastructure standardization.

Observability & FinOps

  • Architect monitoring and observability solutions using tools such as Grafana, Prometheus, CloudWatch, and enterprise observability platforms.
  • Define and implement dashboards, alerts, SLIs, SLOs, and reliability metrics.
  • Support cloud cost optimization initiatives through FinOps practices, capacity planning, and resource governance.
  • Provide visibility into platform health, utilization, and operational performance.  

Security & Governance

  • Ensure cloud solutions comply with enterprise security, networking, IAM, and governance requirements.
  • Partner with security teams to implement cloud guardrails and compliance controls.
  • Review platform architectures for resiliency, risk management, and operational readiness.
  • Promote secure-by-design architecture principles.

Required Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Information Systems, or related field.
  • 7+ years of experience in cloud architecture, platform engineering, or DevOps engineering.
  • Deep expertise in AWS and Azure services.
  • Hands-on experience with Kubernetes (EKS, AKS), containers, and cloud networking.
  • Strong Infrastructure as Code experience using Terraform.
  • Experience implementing observability platforms and operational monitoring solutions.
  • Strong understanding of SRE, DevOps, CI/CD, and cloud operating models.
  • Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.

Preferred Qualifications

  • AWS Solutions Architect Professional and/or Azure Architect certifications.
  • Experience building enterprise AI/ML or cloud platforms.
  • Experience leading cloud transformation and modernization initiatives.
  • Knowledge of FinOps, platform engineering, and Site Reliability Engineering practices.
  • Experience supporting multi-cloud enterprise environments. 

About Occidental Petroleum Corporation

Occidental Petroleum Corporation Careers

Join the dynamic team at Occidental Petroleum Corporation, a leader in the energy sector, and propel your career to new heights in an environment that fosters innovation, leadership, and professional growth.

Work You’ll Do

At Occidental Petroleum Corporation, we offer more than just job opportunities; we provide a platform for you to make a substantial impact on the future of energy. Our team is at the forefront of developing sustainable and efficient energy solutions, and we invite you to bring your skills and passion to our global mission.

Transform Your Career

Occidental is not just a company; it's a place where you can shape your future and the future of the planet. Our diverse and inclusive culture welcomes professionals from all backgrounds to contribute to our collective success. With Occidental, you will lead projects that matter, from groundbreaking CO2 reduction initiatives to innovative energy production techniques.

Innovative Work Environment

Join a team of over 11,000 dedicated professionals who are pushing the boundaries of what's possible in the energy sector. At Occidental, innovation is at the core of everything we do. We are committed to providing our employees with the tools and freedom they need to innovate, from advanced technology platforms to collaborative workspaces.

Career Development and Growth

Occidental believes in nurturing its talent with robust training programs, leadership development opportunities, and comprehensive benefits to ensure every team member can achieve their career aspirations. Whether you are looking for a challenging internship, aiming to grow into a leadership position, or seeking to specialize in a technical discipline, Occidental offers a path to success.

Explore Job Opportunities and Internships

Whether you're a seasoned professional or a recent graduate, Occidental has a variety of positions to match your skills and interests. From engineering to finance, and from environmental science to supply chain management, explore the numerous career paths available at Occidental.

Networking and Professional Development

At Occidental, networking and professional development are part of our DNA. We encourage our employees to engage in internal and external networking events, participate in industry conferences, and take advantage of our comprehensive diversity training programs. These opportunities not only enhance your professional skills but also expand your career horizons.

Join Our Team

Search open positions that align with your skills and interests. We are looking for passionate, curious, and solution-driven team players ready to make a difference. Prepare your resume, hone your interview skills, and get ready to join a company that values your unique contributions.

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Occidental Petroleum Corporation—Empowering Energy Innovation

At Occidental, we're more than just an energy company. We're a community of innovators, leaders, and forward-thinkers committed to making a positive impact on the world. Join us and fuel your career with purpose, innovation, and endless opportunities.

Explore Careers at Occidental

Discover the exciting and rewarding career opportunities waiting for you at Occidental Petroleum Corporation. Let your journey begin here.
Learn more about Occidental Petroleum Corporation
Size
11,678 employees
Market Cap
$56.5 billion
Industry
Net Income
-$14.8 billion
Founded
1920
5 Year Trend
+20.7%
Revenue
$17.9 billion
NASDAQ

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