Senior Cloud Engineer – Infrastructure
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About Apexon:
Apexon is a digital-first technology services firm specializing in accelerating business transformation and delivering human-centric digital experiences. We have been meeting customers wherever they are in the digital lifecycle and helping them outperform their competition through speed and innovation.
Apexon brings together distinct core competencies – in AI, analytics, app development, cloud, commerce, CX, data, DevOps, IoT, mobile, quality engineering and UX, and our deep expertise in BFSI, healthcare, and life sciences – to help businesses capitalize on the unlimited opportunities digital offers. Our reputation is built on a comprehensive suite of engineering services, a dedication to solving clients’ toughest technology problems, and a commitment to continuous improvement.
Backed by Goldman Sachs Asset Management and Everstone Capital, Apexon now has a global presence of 15 offices (and 10 delivery centers) across four continents.
We enable #HumanFirstDIGITAL
Role Description: We are seeking a highly skilled Senior Cloud Engineer to assist in designing, implementing, and managing cloud-based business solutions, specifically focusing on Microsoft Azure. The candidate will play a pivotal role in supporting the State of Michigan's multi-cloud hosting solution while guiding and training internal staff to transition seamlessly into the Azure Cloud environment.
You’ll be responsible for (Responsibilities):
- Design and deliver secure cloud solutions on Azure.
- Support the development, deployment, and updating of Azure Cloud Services.
- Provide architectural guidance and implement the State of Michigan Cloud Strategy.
- Build relationships across organizational teams and collaborate with stakeholders to prioritize business needs.
- Develop detailed architecture models for test, development, and production environments.
- Troubleshoot cloud infrastructure issues and ensure system optimization.
- Create technical documentation, including Requirements Traceability Matrix, Security Architecture Plans, and technical white papers.
- Promote best practices in cybersecurity and cloud compliance (NIST, PCI, CJIS, etc.).
- Lead large-scale workload and data migration efforts.
- Provide direct support for defining requirements and delivering solutions.
- Experience: 3–5 years as a Senior Cloud Engineer.
- Solid knowledge of cloud architecture, continuous integration/delivery, and cloud infrastructure.
- Strong understanding of Linux OS, virtual networks, and network management.
- Hands-on experience with servers, infrastructure sizing, and cost reduction.
- Expertise in CloudFormation, Ansible, PowerShell, DSC, or equivalent tools.
- Proven experience with DevOps, DevSecOps, or site reliability engineering practices.
- Certifications: Azure – MCSE: Cloud Platform and Infrastructure (highly desirable).
- Cloud security and chaos engineering experience.
- Advanced troubleshooting skills for cloud infrastructure.
- Strategic thinker with strong analytical skills.
- Exceptional communication abilities to explain complex concepts.
- Proven ability to lead technical discussions and produce high-quality documentation.
- Work Schedule: Hybrid: 2 days onsite in Lansing, MI (Tuesday and Wednesday mandatory).
- Interviews:
- 1st round: Virtual via MS Teams (camera required).
- 2nd round: Potential in-person interview.
- Local Candidates Only: Must reside in Michigan at the time of submission.
You’ll have (Qualification & Experience):
- Bachelor's Degree in related field is required.
Don’t worry if you don’t check all the boxes; we’d still love to hear from you.
Our Commitment to Diversity & Inclusion:
Did you know that Apexon has been Certified™ by Great Place To Work®, the global authority on workplace culture, in each of the three regions in which it operates: USA (for the fourth time in 2023), India (seven consecutive certifications as of 2023), and the UK.
Apexon is committed to being an equal opportunity employer and promoting diversity in the workplace. We take affirmative action to ensure equal employment opportunity for all qualified individuals. Apexon strictly prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind and provides equal employment opportunities to employees and applicants without regard to gender, race, color, ethnicity or national origin, age, disability, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, or any other applicable characteristics protected by law.
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Our Perks and Benefits:
Our benefits and rewards program has been thoughtfully designed to recognize your skills and contributions, elevate your learning/upskilling experience and provide care and support for you and your loved ones.
As an Apexon Associate, you get continuous skill-based development, opportunities for career advancement, and access to comprehensive health and well-being benefits and assistance.
We also offer:
- Health Insurance with Dental & Vision
- 401K Plan
- Life Insurance, STD & LTD
- Paid Vacations & Holidays
- Paid Parental Leave
- FSA Dependent & Limited Purpose care
- Learning & Development