McKesson

Sr. Cloud Engineer

McKesson • $115K — $192K *
Information Technology
8 - 10 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 10+ years of enterprise IT/infrastructure experience
  • 4+ years in Google Cloud Platform (GCP) design and operation
  • Hands-on experience with Apigee X and hybrid database connectivity
  • Expert-level in Terraform, Git, and CI/CD pipelines
  • Strong experience deploying Google Kubernetes Engine (GKE) clusters
  • Deep understanding of GCP networking and security controls
  • Proficiency in Python, Bash, or Go for automation

Responsibilities

  • Design and maintain enterprise GCP infrastructure using Terraform and IaC practices
  • Configure and govern GCP organization structures and IAM roles
  • Establish secure, low-latency connectivity between GCP services and Oracle environments
  • Provision and maintain Apigee X runtime environments and API gateways
  • Engineer resilient networks linking GCP applications to Oracle databases
  • Implement API security measures and traffic controls in collaboration with architects
  • Build automated deployment pipelines to enhance infrastructure provisioning

Benefits

  • Collaborative and innovative work environment
  • Opportunities for professional development and certifications
  • Flexible work-life balance
  • Access to cutting-edge technology and tools
  • Engagement in diverse projects within cloud infrastructure
Full Job Description

Key Responsibilities

GCP Foundation, Landing Zones & Infrastructure-as-Code

  • Cloud Architecture & Automation: Design, build, and maintain enterprise GCP infrastructure using Terraform/Terragrunt, enforcing Infrastructure-as-Code (IaC) and GitOps practices for all cloud environments.
  • Landing Zone Governance: Own the configuration and security baseline of GCP Organization structures, Projects, Folders, Resource Hierarchies, and IAM roles/permissions using least-privilege principles.
  • Network & Hybrid Connectivity: Configure and maintain GCP Shared VPCs, VPC Service Controls (VPC-SC), Cloud Interconnect, Cloud VPN, Cloud DNS, Firewall Rules, and load balancers to support secure, low-latency hybrid connectivity between GCP services, Apigee X, and Oracle Exadata / JDE ERP environments.

Apigee X & Oracle Exadata / JDE ERP Integration Support

  • Apigee X Platform Engineering: Provision, configure, and maintain Apigee X runtime environments, API gateways, PSC (Private Service Connect) attachments, and load balancers in accordance with enterprise security baselines.
  • Oracle Exadata & JDE Interconnect: Engineer and maintain high-performance, resilient hybrid network topology (Cloud Interconnect/Partner Interconnect) linking GCP applications and Apigee gateways directly to Oracle Exadata database systems and JDE backend services.
  • API Security & Traffic Controls: Work alongside Integration Architects to enforce mTLS, VPC Service Controls, rate limiting, and secure endpoints across Apigee X, GCP microservices, and Exadata/JDE integration boundaries.

Containerization, Compute & Serverless

  • GKE & Kubernetes Management: Deploy, secure, and operate Google Kubernetes Engine (GKE) clusters powering enterprise Spring Boot microservices, AI workloads, and internal developer platforms.
  • Serverless Execution: Configure and support serverless workloads using Cloud Run, Cloud Functions, and App Engine, optimizing performance and latency for transactional database and API flows.
  • Platform Reliability: Build automated deployment pipelines using GitHub Actions or Cloud Build to support seamless infrastructure provisioning and application cutovers.

FinOps & Cloud Cost Optimization

  • Cost Allocation & Visibility: Establish FinOps standards across GCP projects, implementing label/tagging enforcement, budget alerts, and showback/chargeback reporting for business units.
  • Resource Tuning: Analyze resource utilization (Compute Engine, GKE, Cloud SQL, BigQuery) to right-size instances, optimize committed use discounts (CUDs), and eliminate unused infrastructure.

Security, Compliance & Observability

  • Cloud Security Posture: Implement CISO security standards, including GCP Secret Manager, KMS, mTLS, SAST/DAST container vulnerability scanning, and binary authorization.
  • Observability Baseline: Build and maintain centralized logging, monitoring, and distributed tracing across all GCP environments, Apigee instances, and Exadata/JDE connectivity paths using Google Cloud Operations Suite (Cloud Logging, Cloud Monitoring, Cloud Trace).

Minimum Requirements

  • Experience: 10+ years of enterprise IT/infrastructure experience, with at least 4+ years dedicated to designing, engineering, and operating production environments on Google Cloud Platform (GCP).
  • Apigee & Database/ERP Interconnect: Hands-on experience provisioning and supporting Apigee X / Apigee Edge environments and managing hybrid interconnectivity to high-performance database infrastructure (Oracle Exadata) and enterprise ERP systems (JD Edwards).
  • IaC & Automation Mastery: Expert-level hands-on skills with Terraform, Git, and CI/CD pipelines (GitHub Actions, Cloud Build, or GitLab CI).
  • Kubernetes & Containers: Strong experience deploying and managing production Google Kubernetes Engine (GKE) clusters and Docker containerized applications.
  • GCP Networking & Security: Deep understanding of GCP VPC networking, Shared VPCs, Private Service Connect (PSC), VPC Service Controls, Cloud Interconnect, IAM, and GCP security controls.
  • Scripting: Proficiency in Python, Bash, or Go for cloud automation and tooling development.
  • FinOps Understanding: Practical experience implementing cloud cost optimization, quota management, and resource right-sizing strategies.

Technical Skills

  • Google Cloud Services: GKE, Cloud Run, Cloud SQL, BigQuery, Cloud Storage, VPC Service Controls, Secret Manager, IAM, Cloud Logging, Cloud Monitoring, Cloud Trace.
  • API Management & Hybrid Database/ERP: Apigee X, Apigee Edge, Private Service Connect (PSC), Cloud Interconnect, Oracle Exadata database connectivity, JD Edwards (JDE) hybrid interconnectivity.
  • Infrastructure-as-Code: Terraform, Terragrunt, Helm, Docker, Kubernetes.
  • Networking & Security: Shared VPC, Cloud VPN, Cloud Interconnect, Firewalls, mTLS, OAuth 2.0, KMS, Least Privilege IAM.
  • CI/CD & DevOps: GitHub Actions, Cloud Build, GitHub Advanced Security (GHAS), Git, Linux/Unix administration.
  • Scripting & Tooling: Python, Bash, Go, gcloud CLI.

Certifications & Education

  • Certifications:
  • Google Professional Cloud Architect or Google Professional Cloud DevOps Engineer (required or to be obtained within 6 months).
  • Education: Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Engineering, or a related technical field, or equivalent practical experience.


About McKesson

McKesson Corporation provides medicines, pharmaceutical supplies, information and care management products and services across the healthcare industry. The Company operates in two segments. The McKesson Distribution Solutions segment delivers ethical drugs, medical-surgical supplies and equipment and health and beauty care products throughout North America. This segment also provides specialty pharmaceutical solutions for biotech and pharmaceutical manufacturers, sells financial, operational and clinical solutions for pharmacies (retail, hospital, long-term care) and provides consulting, outsourcing and other services. The McKesson Technology Solutions segment delivers enterprise-wide clinical, patient care, financial, supply chain, strategic management and software solutions. In July 2011, the Company acquired Portico Systems from Safeguard Scientifics, Inc. On March 25, 2012, it acquired the independent banner and franchise businesses of Katz Group Canada Inc. McKesson Distribution Solutions delivers pharmaceuticals to retail pharmacies and institutional providers like hospitals and health systems. They operate pharmaceutical distribution centers across the country, serving customers in all 50 states. They also deliver a comprehensive offering of health care products, technology, equipment and related services to the alternate site market, including physician offices, surgery centers, long-term care facilities and home care businesses across the country. McKesson is currently the largest pharmaceutical distributor in North America. McKesson also operates McKesson Canada and has an equity holding in Nadro, a leading distributor in Mexico.

McKesson Careers

Join McKesson, a leading global healthcare company, and be part of a team that is redefining the future of healthcare. With a variety of job opportunities available, McKesson is the perfect place to advance your career, whether you're a seasoned professional or just starting out. Work You’ll Do At McKesson, we are committed to improving care in every setting—one product, one partner, one patient at a time. We’re seeking talented professionals to join our team and contribute to a culture of innovation, diversity, and leadership. Our employees are driven by a deep sense of purpose and a desire for continuous growth and improvement. Empower Your Future in Healthcare With positions ranging from internships to leadership roles, McKesson offers unparalleled employment opportunities to develop your skills and advance your career. Our commitment to diversity training ensures that all team members have the opportunity to thrive. Join a team where your skills will be honed, your professional growth will be supported, and where you can genuinely see the difference you make in the lives of patients around the world. Innovative Work Environment McKesson is at the forefront of healthcare innovation. Our team is constantly exploring new ways to improve patient outcomes and streamline care processes. This commitment to innovation is what sets us apart and what makes McKesson an exciting place to work. Career Development and Benefits McKesson believes in nurturing the potential of its employees through robust career development programs and comprehensive benefits designed to support your life and well-being. From leadership training to health and wellness benefits, we ensure our team members are equipped to meet their professional and personal goals. Explore Job Opportunities Whether you’re looking for an internship to kickstart your career, or a senior position to utilize your extensive experience, McKesson offers a range of opportunities. Explore our open positions and find where you can make a difference at McKesson. Stay Connected Join Our Team Search for open positions that match your skills and interests. We are looking for passionate, curious, and solution-driven team players who are ready to take the next step in their careers. Keep Up to Date Stay ahead with career tips, insider perspectives, and industry-leading insights you can put to use today—all from the people who work here. Networking and Professional Growth At McKesson, networking and professional growth are part of our everyday environment. We encourage our employees to connect, share, and learn from each other to foster personal and professional development. Job Alert Emails Personalize your subscription to receive job alerts, latest news, and insider tips tailored to your preferences. Discover the exciting and rewarding career opportunities that await you at McKesson. Join McKesson today and be part of a team that is dedicated to shaping the future of healthcare.
Learn more about McKesson
Size
58,000 employees
Market Cap
$53.7 billion
Industry
Net Income
-$4.1 billion
Founded
1833
5 Year Trend
+5.9%
Revenue
$237.6 billion
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