Senior Azure Cloud Engineer

The Senior Cloud Engineer possesses extensive experience in designing, implementing, and maintaining cloud infrastructure solutions. Senior Cloud Engineer is responsible for leading cloud initiatives, optimizing existing systems, and ensuring the scalability, security, and reliability of our cloud environment.

Underwriters Laboratories

At UL Research Institutes and UL Standards & Engagement (UL), we wake up every day with a common purpose: to make the world a safer, more secure and sustainable place. Science is in our DNA; we are endlessly curious and passionate about seeking and speaking the truth. We take delight in knowing that our work makes a meaningful contribution to society, and we are proud that our culture is centered on integrity, collaboration, inclusion and excellence. UL stands at the forefront of technological advancement, and we are continually challenged to find new ways to foster innovation and positive change. Satisfying? Yes. Exciting? Absolutely!

Essential Functions, Roles, and Responsibilities

Design, implement, and manage cloud infrastructure solutions utilizing leading cloud service providers Azure, AWS, or Google Cloud Platform.

Lead the migration of on-premises infrastructure to cloud environments, ensuring minimal disruption and maximum efficiency.

Collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop cloud architecture standards and best practices.

Experience working with Azure high-performance computing (HPC) cloud solution is preferred.

Develop and maintain documentation for cloud infrastructure configurations, processes, and procedures.

Stay current with the latest cloud technologies and trends and evaluate their potential impact on our infrastructure.

Provide technical guidance and mentorship to junior members of the team.

Professional Competencies

Expertise in cloud computing platforms such as AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud Platform.

Proficiency in infrastructure as code (IaC) tools such as Terraform or ARM templates.

Strong understanding of cloud networking concepts, including VNETs, NSGS, VPN Gateways, VPN, and load balancers.

Experience working with high performance applications within public cloud environment.

Familiarity with DevOps principles and practices, including CI/CD pipelines, automated testing, and infrastructure automation.

Solid understanding of security best practices for cloud environments, including identity and access management, encryption, and compliance standards.

Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to troubleshoot complex issues in a timely manner.

Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively collaborate with cross-functional teams.

Leadership skills, with the ability to lead and mentor a team of engineers.

Experience working with Linux operating systems preferred. Education & Experience

Bachelor's degree in computer science, information technology, or related field.

Minimum 6 years of experience working in a cloud engineering role, with a focus on designing, implementing, and managing cloud infrastructure solutions.

Microsoft certification: Azure Solutions Architect (AZ-305) certification preferred.

About UL Research Institutes and UL Standards & Engagement

UL Research Institutes and UL Standards & Engagement are nonprofit organizations dedicated to advancing safety science research through the discovery and application of scientific knowledge. We conduct rigorous independent research and analyze safety data, convene experts worldwide to address risks, share knowledge through safety education and public outreach initiatives, and develop standards to guide safe commercialization of evolving technologies. We foster communities of safety, from grassroots initiatives for neighborhoods to summits of world leaders. Our organization employs collaborative and scientific approaches with partners and stakeholders to drive innovation and progress toward improving safety, security, and sustainability, ultimately enhancing societal well-being.

Our wholly owned subsidiary, UL Solutions, advances our shared public safety mission. We fund our work through grants, the licensing of standards documents and the business activities of UL Solutions, which conducts testing, verification and certification, and provides training and advisory services, along with data-driven reporting and decision-making tools for customers around the world.

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