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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Senior Cloud Engineer - **Company:** Soteria LLC - **Location:** United States (Remote available) - **Experience:** Expert - **Salary:** $125,000.0 - $150,000.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Application Programming Interfaces (APIs), Artificial Intelligence, Amazon Web Services, Amazon Cloudfront, Amazon Elastic Compute Cloud, Amazon S3, Application Performance Management, Microsoft Azure, Cloud Computing, Cloud Engineering, CompTIA Security+, Information Systems, Continuous Integration, Data Architecture, DevOps, Disaster Recovery, Github, Identity and Access Management, Virtual Private Networks (VPN), Python (Programming Language), Log Analysis, Windows PowerShell, Azure Active Directory, Aws Command Line Interface (CLI), Runbook, Software Deployment, AI Infrastructure, Load Balancing, Okta, Cloud Monitoring, Retrieval-Augmented Generation, Delivery Pipeline, Large Language Models, Multi-Cloud, Azure Powershell, Firewalls (Computer Science), Amazon Virtual Private Cloud (VPC), Cloudformation, Microsoft InTune, Azure Security Center, Infrastructure Automation Frameworks, Information Technology, Bicep, Hashicorp, Graphql, Route53, Functional Programming, Cloud Optimization, Cloudwatch, Restful APIs, Terraform, Data Pipelines, Devsecops - **Published:** August 11, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=e43462e5c0569d38 ## About the Role We need a Senior Cloud Engineer who is genuinely cloud-agnostic and genuinely comfortable building with AI. Someone who moves fluidly between AWS and Azure based on what the client needs, not what they're most comfortable with, and who treats AI as part of the toolkit, not a side project., * 7+ years of experience in cloud infrastructure engineering with hands-on delivery across both AWS and Azure * Deep expertise in Infrastructure as Code - Terraform required; experience with ARM/Bicep or CloudFormation a plus * Azure: Azure DevOps, Entra ID (Service Principals, Managed Identities), Security Center, Conditional Access, Policy, Microsoft Intune * AWS: EC2, VPC, IAM, S3, Lambda, CloudFormation/CDK, AWS Organizations, Control Tower, Security Hub, GuardDuty * Advanced scripting skills in PowerShell and/or Python; experience with Azure CLI, AWS CLI, and REST/Graph API integrations * Working knowledge of security frameworks (NIST, CIS) and how they apply to cloud design decisions * Familiarity with AI/ML workload infrastructure - including API-connected services, compute requirements, and data architecture patterns that support AI deployment at scale * Strong written and verbal communication skills - you can explain complex infrastructure decisions to a client stakeholder and a junior engineer in the same afternoon * Demonstrated experience creating architecture documentation, runbooks, and technical SOPs * Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or equivalent professional experience, * Advanced Azure networking: VNet, vWAN, Firewall, VPN Gateway, ExpressRoute, Load Balancers, Private Link * AWS networking: Transit Gateway, Direct Connect, Route 53, WAF, CloudFront * Observability and monitoring: Azure Monitor, Log Analytics, Application Insights; AWS CloudWatch, CloudTrail * Disaster recovery and backup strategies across cloud platforms * DevSecOps methodologies and toolchain integration * Cloud cost management and FinOps practices (Azure Cost Management, AWS Cost Explorer) * Identity platforms: Okta, Duo, or similar IAM integrations, * Bachelor's (Preferred) Experience: * AWS: 7 years (Preferred) * Azure: 7 years (Preferred) License/Certification: * AWS Certification (Preferred) * Azure Certification (Preferred) ## Description The Senior Cloud Engineer leads the design, deployment, and management of complex cloud infrastructure across AWS and Azure environments. You'll drive Infrastructure as Code practices, build and optimize CI/CD pipelines, implement security and governance frameworks, and serve as a senior technical resource for both internal teams and clients. This role requires a builder's mindset, strong communication skills, and the judgment to translate ambiguous requirements into clean, documented solutions., Cloud Architecture & Engineering * Architect, deploy, and manage cloud infrastructure across AWS and Azure using Infrastructure as Code (Terraform, ARM/Bicep, CloudFormation) * Design and optimize CI/CD pipelines using Azure DevOps, GitHub Actions, or AWS CodePipeline to support continuous integration and delivery * Manage cloud governance, cost optimization, and resource lifecycle across multi-cloud environments * Implement and maintain security posture using native cloud tooling (Azure Security Center, AWS Security Hub, GuardDuty, Defender for Cloud) Client & Stakeholder Engagement * Engage directly with clients to understand requirements, define solutions, and communicate implementation plans clearly to both technical and non-technical audiences * Translate business requirements into well-documented cloud architectures, no handholding required * Participate in discovery calls, technical reviews, and ongoing client relationship management Security, Compliance & Endpoint Management * Design and enforce identity and access management solutions across Entra ID (Azure AD), AWS IAM, and integrated third-party platforms (Okta, Duo) * Align implementations with security frameworks including NIST and CIS; support SOC 2 compliance requirements Automation & Documentation * Automate infrastructure deployments, lifecycle management, and routine operational tasks using PowerShell, Python, AWS CLI, Azure CLI, and Graph/AWS APIs * Build and maintain thorough technical documentation: architecture diagrams, runbooks, SOPs, and implementation records * Establish reusable patterns, templates, and modules to accelerate future delivery AI Infrastructure & Enablement * Support the build-out of AI-ready cloud environments, including compute configurations, secure API connectivity, and data pipeline infrastructure that supports AI/ML workloads * Collaborate with internal teams on Soteria's AI governance and adoption initiatives, contributing cloud expertise to responsible AI deployment * Stay current on emerging AI infrastructure patterns (LLM hosting, vector databases, retrieval-augmented generation architecture) and bring relevant recommendations forward Leadership & Mentorship * Serve as a senior escalation point for complex infrastructure and endpoint issues * Mentor junior engineers and lead technical workshops or knowledge-sharing sessions * Contribute to Soteria's engineering standards, toolchain decisions, and delivery practices, * AWS SysOps Administrator or DevOps Engineer * HashiCorp Certified: Terraform Associate * MS-500: Security Administrator Associate * Any additional Azure, AWS, or cybersecurity certifications ## Related Videos - [Back(end) to the Future: Embracing the continuous Evolution of Infrastructure and Code](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/440-back-end-to-the-future-embracing-the-continuous-evolution-of-infrastructure-and-code) - [Innovating Developer Tools with AI: Insights from GitHub Next](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1268-innovating-developer-tools-with-ai-insights-from-github-next) - [Shipping Faster with Less: Render on Cloud Hosting, AI Workloads, and the Future of DevOps](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1894-shipping-faster-with-less-render-on-cloud-hosting-ai-workloads-and-the-future-of-devops) - [Reference Architecture of AI in the Cloud](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1613-reference-architecture-of-ai-in-the-cloud) - [Bringing AI Model Testing and Prompt Management to Your Codebase with GitHub Models](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1536-bringing-ai-model-testing-and-prompt-management-to-your-codebase-with-github-models) - [CI/CD with Github Actions](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/856-ci-cd-with-github-actions) ## Related Articles - [What Are The Top Skills Required For Azure Developers?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/77-what-are-the-top-skills-required-for-azure-developers) - [7 Cloud Computing Trends Coming in 2025 for Developers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/412-7-cloud-computing-trends-coming-in-2025-for-developers) - [Best US AI Conferences for CTOs in 2026: Build vs. Buy, Vendor Evaluation, and Peer Intelligence](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/736-best-us-ai-conferences-for-ctos-in-2026-build-vs-buy-vendor-evaluation-and-peer-intelligence) - [Is Software Engineering Over-Saturated?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/418-is-software-engineering-over-saturated) - [The 12 Best Jobs for Software Engineers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/401-the-12-best-jobs-for-software-engineers) - [Fully Remote Software Engineer Jobs](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/447-fully-remote-software-engineer-jobs)