Cloud Engineer

Robert Half
Chicago, IL, United States
5 days ago

Role details

Contract type
Temporary contract
Employment type
Full-time (> 32 hours)
Working hours
Regular working hours
Job source

Tech stack

Amazon Web Services Amazon Elastic Compute Cloud Application Performance Management Cloud Computing Cloud Computing Security Cloud Engineering Configuration Management Ansible Autoscaling

Job description

  • Design, deploy, and maintain cloud infrastructure within AWS to support application performance, reliability, and growth

  • Build and manage automated provisioning and configuration workflows using Ansible and related tools

  • Configure and optimize Amazon EC2 environments to meet availability, security, and cost-efficiency goals

  • Implement and manage Auto Scaling strategies to ensure systems can respond effectively to changing workload demands

  • Monitor cloud resources, troubleshoot infrastructure issues, and resolve operational problems in a timely manner

  • Collaborate with engineering and operations teams to improve deployment processes and strengthen platform stability

  • Apply cloud security and governance best practices across infrastructure components and access controls Requirements * Hands-on experience designing and supporting infrastructure in Amazon Web Services (AWS)

Requirements

  • Proficiency with Ansible for automation, configuration management, or infrastructure orchestration

  • Strong knowledge of Amazon EC2 administration and cloud compute best practices

  • Experience implementing and managing Auto Scaling for resilient and elastic environments

  • Ability to troubleshoot cloud infrastructure issues and support production systems effectively

  • Understanding of security, performance, and cost optimization principles in AWS environments Technology Doesn’t Change the World, People Do.®, All applicants applying for U.S. job openings must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Benefits are available to contract/temporary professionals, including medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance. Hired contract/temporary professionals are also eligible to enroll in our company 401(k) plan. Visit roberthalf.gobenefits.net for more information.

Benefits & conditions

Robert Half works to put you in the best position to succeed. We provide access to top jobs, competitive compensation and benefits, and free online training. Stay on top of every opportunity - whenever you choose - even on the go. Download the Robert Half app (https://www.roberthalf.com/us/en/mobile-app) and get 1-tap apply, notifications of AI-matched jobs, and much more.

About the company

Robert Half is the world’s first and largest specialized talent solutions firm that connects highly qualified job seekers to opportunities at great companies. We offer contract, temporary and permanent placement solutions for finance and accounting, technology, marketing and creative, legal, and administrative and customer support roles.

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