5+ years experience with AWS and/or Azure cloud solutions
Expertise in infrastructure automation for cloud-native applications
Strong collaboration skills across engineering and product teams
Proficient in troubleshooting distributed systems and deployment pipelines
Skilled in scripting or using configuration management tools like PowerShell or Python
Bachelor's degree in relevant technical field
Responsibilities
Evaluate and enhance the performance of cloud automation technology
Collaborate with teams to align automation with customer needs
Analyze and prioritize user requirements for development
Design user-friendly experiences for automation tools
Document usage of cloud automation technology clearly
Stay updated on cloud trends for innovation opportunities
Benefits
Industry-leading health and welfare benefits including medical, dental, and vision
401(k) and profit-sharing programs
Minimum of 80 hours of vacation leave
Twelve paid holidays annually
Opportunities for personal and professional growth
Full Job Description
Overview
ArcGIS Enterprise is the backbone of Esri's customers' mission-critical operations, powering organizations around the world in the cloud and on-premises. To simplify deployment and management, Esri develops advanced automation tools that streamline installation and configuration of ArcGIS Enterprise in Kubernetes environments and across leading cloud platforms such as AWS and Microsoft Azure. The ArcGIS Enterprise team is seeking a Sr. Cloud Automation Engineer to partner closely with software developers and product engineers to ensure our automation technology is high-quality, reliable, and user focused. This role requires technical depth, strong problem-solving and interpersonal skills, and a keen ability to stay ahead of fast-evolving cloud technologies while delivering practical, user-centered solutions.
Responsibilities
Evaluate and improve the quality, scalability, and performance of Esri's cloud and Kubernetes automation technology
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure automation aligns with customer needs, usability standards, and deployment best practices
Gather, analyze, and prioritize user requirements, turning them into actionable development and testing plans
Design and refine user experiences for automation tools, emphasizing clarity, simplicity, and maintainability
Document and communicate the proper use of Esri's cloud automation technology through clear documentation, demos, presentations, and blogs
Stay current on emerging cloud and containerization trends to identify opportunities for innovation and improvement
Requirements
5+ years of experience designing, deploying, or automating solutions in AWS and/or Azure, with deep understanding of core cloud services such as compute, networking, storage, identity, and monitoring
Proven experience with infrastructure automation, including architecting and maintaining automated deployments for cloud-native and containerized applications
Strong communication and collaboration skills with the ability to work effectively across engineering, product, and support teams
Demonstrated ability to troubleshoot distributed systems, APIs, and deployment pipelines
Proficiency in scripting or configuration management tools such as PowerShell, Bash, or Python
Bachelor's degree in computer science, software engineering, information systems, or a related technical field
Recommended Qualifications
Master's degree in computer science, software engineering, information systems, or a related technical field
Experience with Infrastructure as Code (IaC) and configuration management tools such as CloudFormation, Terraform, Chef, PowerShell DSC, or Helm
Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines and DevOps practices for automated testing and deployment
Working knowledge of Python for automation and tooling
Understanding of ArcGIS Enterprise and geospatial data workflows
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Total Rewards
Esri's competitive total rewards strategy includes industry-leading health and welfare benefits: medical, dental, vision, basic and supplemental life insurance for employees (and their families), 401(k) and profit-sharing programs, minimum accrual of 80 hours of vacation leave, twelve paid holidays throughout the calendar year, and opportunities for personal and professional growth. Base salary is one component of our total rewards strategy. Compensation decisions and the base range for this role take into account many factors including but not limited to skill sets; experience and training; licensure and certifications; and other business and organizational needs.
A reasonable estimate of the base salary range is
$93,600-$159,328 USD
About Esri
Esri is a global leader in geographic information system (GIS) software, location intelligence, and mapping. The company was founded in 1969 and is headquartered in Redlands, California. Esri's software is used by governments, businesses, and non-profit organizations worldwide to analyze and visualize data in order to make better decisions. The company's flagship product, ArcGIS, is a powerful mapping and analytics platform that allows users to create, manage, and share geographic information. Esri has a strong commitment to sustainability and social responsibility, and works to promote environmental stewardship and social equity through its products and services.
