Cloud Infrastructure & Platform Engineering Hands On
Compunnel, Germantown, MD, United States
Job Summary
We are seeking a Cloud Infrastructure & Platform Engineering professional to design, automate, secure, and operate hybrid and multi-cloud infrastructure environments. This is a hands-on technical leadership role focused on cloud modernization, infrastructure automation, database migration, and platform engineering. The ideal candidate will have deep expertise across cloud platforms, virtualization, networking, and DevSecOps practices, along with the ability to mentor teams and deliver enterprise-grade solutions.
Key Responsibilities
Lead the design, implementation, and operation of hybrid and multi-cloud infrastructure across on-premises and cloud platforms
Manage and optimize environments including cloud platforms, virtualization systems, and container orchestration platforms
Design secure connectivity models including VPNs, firewalls, and load balancing solutions
Ensure high availability, scalability, backup, and disaster recovery readiness
Architect and implement infrastructure automation using tools such as Terraform and Ansible
Develop and enhance infrastructure-as-code modules and automation workflows
Lead database migration initiatives, including design and implementation of failover and replication strategies
Manage Kubernetes platform lifecycle, including upgrades, feature enablement, and deployment strategies
Configure and optimize load balancing and traffic routing solutions
Design and enforce network security architectures, including firewall governance and zero-trust principles
Implement and manage API gateway platforms and secure integrations
Oversee virtualization and network infrastructure, ensuring performance optimization and segmentation
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver scalable and secure solutions
Mentor and guide engineering teams, promoting best practices in automation and DevSecOps
Lead incident reviews, architectural discussions, and continuous improvement initiatives
Required Qualifications
Strong experience in cloud infrastructure engineering and platform engineering
Hands-on experience with cloud platforms such as Google Cloud Platform (GCP) and hybrid environments
Experience with virtualization technologies such as VMware and NSX
Advanced experience with infrastructure-as-code tools such as Terraform and Ansible
Strong experience with Kubernetes and container orchestration platforms
Experience designing and implementing secure network architectures, including firewalls, VPNs, and load balancers
Experience with database platforms and migration strategies, including high availability and failover mechanisms
Strong understanding of DevOps and CI/CD practices for infrastructure
Strong troubleshooting skills across infrastructure layers (OS, network, database, cloud)
Excellent communication, leadership, and collaboration skills
Preferred Qualifications
Experience with API gateway platforms and cloud-native integration services
Familiarity with advanced database platforms and data streaming technologies
Experience with cloud security tools and web application firewalls
Exposure to enterprise-scale infrastructure modernization and migration initiatives
Experience mentoring teams and leading technical initiatives
We are seeking a Cloud Infrastructure & Platform Engineering professional to design, automate, secure, and operate hybrid and multi-cloud infrastructure environments. This is a hands-on technical leadership role focused on cloud modernization, infrastructure automation, database migration, and platform engineering. The ideal candidate will have deep expertise across cloud platforms, virtualization, networking, and DevSecOps practices, along with the ability to mentor teams and deliver enterprise-grade solutions.
Key Responsibilities
Lead the design, implementation, and operation of hybrid and multi-cloud infrastructure across on-premises and cloud platforms
Manage and optimize environments including cloud platforms, virtualization systems, and container orchestration platforms
Design secure connectivity models including VPNs, firewalls, and load balancing solutions
Ensure high availability, scalability, backup, and disaster recovery readiness
Architect and implement infrastructure automation using tools such as Terraform and Ansible
Develop and enhance infrastructure-as-code modules and automation workflows
Lead database migration initiatives, including design and implementation of failover and replication strategies
Manage Kubernetes platform lifecycle, including upgrades, feature enablement, and deployment strategies
Configure and optimize load balancing and traffic routing solutions
Design and enforce network security architectures, including firewall governance and zero-trust principles
Implement and manage API gateway platforms and secure integrations
Oversee virtualization and network infrastructure, ensuring performance optimization and segmentation
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver scalable and secure solutions
Mentor and guide engineering teams, promoting best practices in automation and DevSecOps
Lead incident reviews, architectural discussions, and continuous improvement initiatives
Required Qualifications
Strong experience in cloud infrastructure engineering and platform engineering
Hands-on experience with cloud platforms such as Google Cloud Platform (GCP) and hybrid environments
Experience with virtualization technologies such as VMware and NSX
Advanced experience with infrastructure-as-code tools such as Terraform and Ansible
Strong experience with Kubernetes and container orchestration platforms
Experience designing and implementing secure network architectures, including firewalls, VPNs, and load balancers
Experience with database platforms and migration strategies, including high availability and failover mechanisms
Strong understanding of DevOps and CI/CD practices for infrastructure
Strong troubleshooting skills across infrastructure layers (OS, network, database, cloud)
Excellent communication, leadership, and collaboration skills
Preferred Qualifications
Experience with API gateway platforms and cloud-native integration services
Familiarity with advanced database platforms and data streaming technologies
Experience with cloud security tools and web application firewalls
Exposure to enterprise-scale infrastructure modernization and migration initiatives
Experience mentoring teams and leading technical initiatives