Lead Cloud Systems Engineer (2026-0136)

Acclaim Technical Services

$100K — $140K *
Aerospace & Defense
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Systems Engineering, Computer Science, or related field (or equivalent experience)
  • 7-14 years experience in systems engineering or related roles
  • Strong knowledge of systems engineering principles and methodologies
  • Experience with AWS and Terraform for cloud solutions
  • Proficient with Java programming
  • Ability to integrate external hardware and database data using MongoDB
  • Willingness to travel internationally 30-40% of the time

Responsibilities

  • Assist in designing and implementing systems under senior engineers' guidance
  • Contribute to developing innovative solutions to improve performance and reliability
  • Perform testing, validation, and troubleshooting to resolve issues
  • Collaborate with teams to gather requirements and ensure specifications are met
  • Develop and maintain system documentation including specifications and user manuals
  • Conduct system audits and generate compliance reports
  • Provide technical support and guidance to team members

Benefits

  • Opportunity to work on cutting-edge cloud technologies
  • Exposure to international projects and travel
  • Collaborative work environment with seasoned professionals
  • Professional development opportunities through continuous improvement initiatives
  • Possibility for career advancement within a reputable organization
Full Job Description
We are actively hiring a Cloud Systems Engineer with a TS/SCI clearance and polygraph to support a program in Chantilly, VA. In this role you will design and deploy AWS based cloud infrastructure globally.

What You'll Be Doing:
  • Assist in the design, implementation, and integration of systems under the guidance of senior engineers.
  • Contribute to the development of innovative solutions to improve system performance and reliability.
  • Perform system testing, validation, and troubleshooting to identify and resolve issues.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to gather requirements and ensure system specifications are met.
  • Develop and maintain system documentation, including design specifications, test plans, and user manuals.
  • Conduct regular system audits and generate reports to ensure compliance with industry standards.
  • Provide technical support and guidance to other team members.
  • Ensure systems are designed and maintained following best practices and regulatory requirements.
  • Participate in continuous improvement initiatives to enhance system capabilities and efficiency.
  • Stay abreast of emerging technologies and recommend enhancements to current systems.
Required Skills:
  • Bachelor's degree in Systems Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field; 4 years of additional experience may be accepted in lieu of a degree.
  • 7-14 years of experience in systems engineering or a related role.
  • Strong knowledge of systems engineering principles and methodologies.
  • Experience with system modeling, simulation, and analysis tools.
  • Experience with AWS and Terraform for cloud solutions.
  • Experience with Java.
  • Experience integrating external hardware data into internal workflows using MongoDB.
  • Experience integrating external database data into internal workflows using MongoDB.
  • 30-40% international travel required.
  • Must possess an active passport or be able to obtain one immediately upon hire.
Desired Skills:
  • Proficiency in various programming and scripting languages is a plus.
  • Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
  • Strong communication skills and the ability to work effectively in a collaborative team environment.

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