Principal Cloud Engineer

NiSource is one of the largest fully regulated utility companies in the U.S., serving millions of customers across six states. We're more than an energy provider-we're a team committed to innovation, inclusion, and growth. At NiSource, you'll find a workplace that encourages collaboration, supports professional development, and empowers employees to make an impact.

Principal Engineers in the NiSource IT department supports the design, development, and implementation of technical solutions for various products and platforms. This work involves working on agile product and platform teams that require hands-on technical work, problem-solving, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality solutions.

Cloud Engineers must have deep expertise in the Microsoft Azure platform, including cloud deployment strategies, operational and financial management, security best practices, and integrating complex onpremises systems with SaaS and cloudbased applications. The Cloud Engineers also oversee the design and support of cloudbased data solutions, including data analytics platforms, data lakes, and storage architectures.

Your additional responsibilities may include, but are not limited to:

Technical Support: Assist in the design, development, and implementation of solutions for assigned technical product/platform.

Solution Development: Develop and implement solutions that enhance the functionality and performance of assigned products or platforms

Collaboration: Work closely with cross-functional teams, including developers, analysts, service providers and stakeholders, to understand requirements and deliver effective solutions

Code and Configuration Review and Quality Assurance: Participate in reviews and ensure that solutions meet quality standards and best practices

Troubleshooting and Support: Diagnose and resolve technical issues, providing support and maintenance for existing systems

Continuous Learning: Stay updated with industry trends and emerging technologies to contribute to innovation and continuous improvement in platform solutions

You must possess the below minimum qualifications to be initially considered for this position. Preferred qualifications are in addition to the minimum requirements and are considered a plus factor in identifying top candidates., #NiSource #OhioMeansJobs #EnterpriseArchitecture #ApplicationDevelopment #CloudArchitect #PrincipalArchitect #SolutionArchitect #NowHiring #Hybrid #NIPSCO #MuleSoft #Azure #Cloud #CloudEngineer

As a public utility, NiSource is required to provide continuous service to customers at all times. To ensure we fulfill that obligation, employees may be required to work outside their normal work hours and perform tasks outside of their normal responsibilities in support of emergency operations.

Work Authorization

Authorized to work in the United States without requiring sponsorship.

Workplace Connection

Value inclusion within your day to day responsibilities by respecting others perspectives/convictions, engaging others opinions, creating a safe environment where people, ideas, and opinions are valued within your Team/Customers and external partners.

Respect the unique lived experiences within your Team/Customers and external work partners by valuing different world views, challenges, and cultures that represents all walks of life and all backgrounds.

Treat others with respect and consideration. Actively participate in creating and contributing to a positive work environment., Promote a safe work environment by actively participating in all aspects of our employee safety program. Report any unsafe conditions and take actions to prevent personal injuries. Support our interdependent safety culture by ensuring the safety of your co-workers. Stay focused on the task at hand and promote productivity through good work habits.

Bachelor's Degree or equivalent work experience.

10+ years of experience in Infrastructure Cloud or Data Center Domain

Type of Experience

Designing and solutioning the deployment of multi-cloud solutions across Azure, AWS, or Google Cloud

Solutioning of enterprise-wide cloud governance policies to ensure scalability, compliance, and security

Leading efforts to optimize cloud infrastructure for cost-effectiveness, performance, and resiliency

Developing innovative cloud-native solutions, leveraging serverless architectures, containerization, and managed services

Designing and implementing disaster recovery strategies and ensure their integration across hybrid and cloud environments

Driving innovation in container orchestration strategies using Kubernetes

Preferred Qualifications

Professional certifications in relevant IT areas

Experience in a similar industry or sector

Experience mentoring junior engineers and promoting career growth, E-Verify Poster(English and Spanish) E-Verify Participation Poster English and Spanish

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Salary Range*:

$133,400.00 - $200,100.00

*The salary offered to a candidate is based on several factors including but not limited to the candidate's skills, job-related knowledge, and relevant experience, as well as internal pay equity.