Cloud Engineer

CoAction

$100K — $150K *
Enterprise Technology
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 5+ years of experience in cloud engineering, primarily with AWS.
  • Strong proficiency in AWS services like RDS, EC2, S3, and others.
  • Experience in Azure cloud operations is a valuable addition.
  • Hands-on knowledge of networking and security in AWS environments.
  • Familiarity with container technologies such as Docker and Kubernetes.
  • Solid scripting skills in Python, Bash, or PowerShell.
  • Bachelor’s degree in computer science or related field, or equivalent experience.

Responsibilities

  • Design and manage cloud infrastructure on AWS and support Azure operations.
  • Monitor AWS services for performance, security, and cost efficiency.
  • Implement disaster recovery strategies using AWS services.
  • Collaborate with internal teams for cloud service delivery and operations.
  • Remain updated on AWS innovations to propose infrastructure improvements.
  • Provide leadership and oversight on cloud-related projects.
  • Troubleshoot and resolve cloud infrastructure issues effectively.

Benefits

  • Paid time off for work-life balance.
  • Medical and dental insurance coverage.
  • Retirement plan options for future security.
  • Flexible hybrid work schedule based in Morristown, NJ.
Full Job Description

The AWS & Azure Cloud Engineer is responsible for the design, operation, security, and continuous improvement of Coaction’s cloud infrastructure across AWS and Azure. This role is hands‑on and execution‑oriented, with accountability for reliability, cost efficiency, disaster recovery readiness, and alignment with enterprise security and compliance standards.

The position supports an AWS‑first architecture while maintaining and operating key Azure workloads, partnering with internal teams and managed service providers to deliver high‑quality cloud services.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Responsible for Cloud Service and Support 

  • Design, deploy, and manage cloud infrastructure and services on AWS

  • Limited Azure Cloud operations experience a plus

  • Deep experience with Disaster Recovery programming Design with AWS services

  • Monitor and optimize AWS services for performance, security, and cost-efficiency

  • Ensure cloud security best practices, compliance, and governance policies

  • Troubleshoot and resolve ALL cloud infrastructure related issues

  • Infrastructure liaison and project member for relevant contributions to Coaction IT teams on business and technology initiatives

  • Stay updated with AWS innovations and recommend improvements

  • Provide AWS Technical leadership within the Coaction IT organization

  • Provide project leadership and oversight to upgrade, consolidate and enhance Global Coaction Infrastructure technology and associated frameworks.

  • Work closely with 3rd party support providers on Cloud OPS details

  • Responsible for Backup and Recovery operations

  • Perform Tier 1 through Tier III support

  • Azure Cloud Services Experience a Plus

Qualifications & Skills:

  • Strong experience operating infrastructure in: AWS (primary), Azure (supporting / secondary)

  • Proficiency in AWS services (RDS, Redshift, EC2, S3, Lambda, VPC, IAM, Cloudtrail, Security services etc.)

  • Strong understanding of networking and security in AWS

  • AWS certifications (e.g., AWS Certified Solutions Architect, AWS Certified DevOps Engineer) are a plus

  • Familiarity with containerization (Docker, Kubernetes, AWS ECS/EKS)

  • Strong scripting skills in Python, Bash, or PowerShell

  • Familiarity with SDLC, DevOps

  • Familiarity with Agile project management framework

  • Bachelor’s degree in computer science, IT, or related field (or equivalent experience)

  • 5+ years of experience in cloud engineering with AWS

  • Experience with automation development

**This is not a fully remote position. Applicants must sit in our Morristown, NJ office on our hybrid work schedule.**

Salary range specific to for this role : $100,000-$150,000 + discretionary incentive bonus + benefits depends on various factors including, without limitation, individual and organizational performance. The offered rate of compensation will be based on individual education, experience, and qualifications.  In addition, employees are eligible for standard benefits package including paid time off, medical, dental and retirement.

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