Cloud Engineer

Design, implement, and maintain scalable, reliable, and secure cloud infrastructure.
Deploy and configure virtual machines, storage, networks, and other cloud services.
Ensure high availability and performance of cloud-based systems.
Develop automation scripts using tools like Terraform, Ansible, or CloudFormation to manage cloud resources.
Automate deployment pipelines using CI/CD tools like Jenkins, GitLab CI, or Azure DevOps.
Monitor cloud environments for performance, security, and availability using tools like AWS CloudWatch, Azure Monitor, or Google Cloud Operations Suite.
Identify and resolve cloud-related issues, ensuring minimal downtime.
Implement security best practices, such as identity and access management (IAM), encryption, and network security.
Ensure cloud environments comply with industry standards and organizational policies.
Work closely with development, DevOps, and IT teams to align cloud solutions with business needs.
Assist in resolving technical challenges and provide cloud-related recommendations.
Monitor and optimize cloud usage to manage costs effectively.
Provide cost estimates and identify opportunities for savings.
Stay updated with the latest cloud technologies, services, and trends.
Participate in training, certifications, and knowledge-sharing sessions.
Document cloud architectures, configurations, and processes.
Maintain detailed logs of changes and updates in the cloud environment.
Tools and Platforms Typically Used:
Cloud Providers: AWS, Azure, Google Cloud Platform (GCP).
Automation Tools: Terraform, Ansible, Chef, Puppet.
CI/CD Tools: Jenkins, GitLab, Azure DevOps.
Monitoring Tools: AWS CloudWatch, Datadog, Prometheus.
Programming/Scripting: Python, Bash, PowerShell.