We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Cloud Engineer with a strong background in both Microsoft Azure and Google Cloud Platform (GCP). The ideal candidate will be a cloud computing expert, responsible for the architecture, deployment, and operational support of our cloud environments. This role requires deep technical proficiency in Kubernetes services (AKS, GKE), disaster recovery strategies, scaling solutions, and various networking components within both Azure and GCP.

 

• Design, implement, and manage cloud infrastructure solutions across Azure and GCP, ensuring high availability, performance, and security.

• Administer and optimize Kubernetes clusters, specifically Azure Kubernetes Service (AKS) and Google Kubernetes Engine (GKE), including deployment, scaling, and troubleshooting.

• Develop and implement robust disaster recovery (DR) strategies and solutions, including the utilization of Azure Site Recovery.

• Implement and manage scaling solutions for applications and infrastructure to meet fluctuating demands efficiently.

• Configure and maintain Azure networking components such as Azure App Gateway, Azure Load Balancers, and Private Networking solutions.

• Define and enforce secure ingress and egress patterns for cloud-based applications and services.

• Monitor cloud environments for performance, cost optimization, and security compliance, responding to incidents and alerts as needed.

• Collaborate with development, operations, and security teams to ensure seamless integration and delivery of cloud services.

• Automate cloud infrastructure provisioning, configuration, and management using Infrastructure as Code (IaC) tools (e.g., Terraform, ARM templates).

• Provide technical guidance and mentorship to junior team members and contribute to best practices and documentation.

• Stay current with emerging cloud technologies and trends, evaluating and recommending new solutions to enhance our cloud capabilities.

Required

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience.

• Proven experience as a Cloud Engineer or similar role, with significant hands-on experience in both Azure and GCP environments.

• Deep understanding of cloud computing concepts, including IaaS, PaaS, and Serverless architectures.

• Expertise in Kubernetes (AKS and GKE), including deployment, management, and troubleshooting.

• Strong experience in designing and implementing disaster recovery (DR) strategies, with specific knowledge of Azure Site Recovery.

• Proficiency in implementing and managing scaling solutions for cloud resources and applications.

• Extensive experience with Azure networking services, including Azure App Gateway, Azure Load Balancing, and Private Networking configurations.

• Familiarity with ingress and egress patterns for secure and efficient traffic management.

• Experience with scripting and automation (e.g., PowerShell, Python, Bash).

• Solid understanding of security best practices in cloud environments.

• Excellent problem-solving, analytical, and communication skills.

Heavily Preferred:

• Relevant cloud certifications (e.g., Azure Solutions Architect Expert, Google Certified Professional Cloud Architect, Kubernetes Administrator).

• Experience with CI/CD pipelines (e.g., Azure DevOps, Jenkins, GitLab CI).

• Knowledge of monitoring and logging tools (e.g., Azure Monitor, Google Cloud Operations Suite, Dynatrace, Prometheus, Grafana, ELK Stack).

• Experience with database services in Azure and GCP (e.g., Azure SQL Database, Cosmos DB, Cloud SQL, BigQuery)

Ready to join thousands of talented team members who are making the dream of home ownership possible for more Americans? It’s all happening on UWM’s campus, where our award-winning workplace packs plenty of perks and amenities that keep the atmosphere buzzing with energy and excitement.

 

It’s no wonder that out of our six pillars, People Are Our Greatest Asset is number one. It’s at the very heart of how we treat each other, our clients and our community. Whether it’s providing elite client service or continuously striving to improve, our pillars provide a pathway to a more successful personal and professional life.

 

From the team member that holds a door open to the one that helps guide your career, you’ll feel the encouragement and support on day one. No matter your race, creed, gender, age, sexual orientation and ethnicity, you’ll be welcomed here. Accepted here. And empowered to Be You Here.

 

More reasons you’ll love working here include:

• Paid Time Off (PTO) after just 30 days
• Additional parental and maternity leave benefits after 12 months
• Adoption reimbursement program
• Paid volunteer hours
• Paid training and career development
• Medical, dental, vision and life insurance
• 401k with employer match
• Mortgage discount and area business discounts
• Free membership to our large, state-of-the-art fitness center, including exercise classes such as yoga and Zumba, various sports leagues and a full-size basketball court
• Wellness area, including an in-house primary-care physician’s office, full-time massage therapist and hair salon 
• Gourmet cafeteria featuring homemade breakfast and lunch
• Convenience store featuring healthy grab-and-go snacks
• In-house Starbucks and Dunkin
• Indoor/outdoor café with Wi-Fi

All the above duties and responsibilities are essential job functions subject to reasonable accommodation and change. All job requirements listed indicate the minimum level of knowledge, skills and/or ability deemed necessary to perform the job proficiently. Team members may be required to perform other or different job-related duties as requested by their team lead, subject to reasonable accommodation. This document does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise. Employment with UWM is "at-will." UWM is an Equal Opportunity Employer. By selecting “Apply for this job online” you provide consent to UWM to record phone call conversations between you and UWM to be used for quality control purposes.