Manager, Cloud Engineering

MissionStaff specializes in delivering top-tier talent in Technology, Creative, and Marketing, as well as the Business Services that support these teams. Serving companies ranging from mid-sized enterprises to the Fortune 500, we build lasting relationships with talent and clients to power career opportunities and business. We are currently filling the following direct-hire role with our client.

• Please note that we do not accept unsolicited resumes from third-party recruiters or agencies. Additionally, candidates must be U.S. citizens or Permanent Residents to be considered for this position.
  
  

About the Role:

We are seeking a Manager of Cloud Engineering to lead and support our client’s dynamic public and private cloud infrastructure. This position blends hands-on technical expertise with strategic leadership, requiring a forward-thinker who can guide a DevOps-oriented team to evolve our cloud environment. You’ll work closely with stakeholders, including C-suite leaders, to ensure our cloud-based applications and services are secure, reliable, and optimized for performance and cost efficiency.

Key Responsibilities:

• Leadership & Mentorship: Build and inspire a high-performing cloud engineering team, fostering a culture of collaboration, innovation, and accountability.
• Strategic Communication: Collaborate with stakeholders across all organizational levels to align cloud infrastructure strategies with business goals.
• Infrastructure Management: Oversee server, networking, deployment, and container orchestration platforms, ensuring optimal performance and reliability.
• Architecture & Execution: Design and lead cloud infrastructure projects, leveraging DevOps best practices and cutting-edge technologies.
• Automation & CI/CD: Implement and refine CI/CD pipelines, streamlining deployments and enhancing testing processes for continuous improvement.
• Operational Excellence: Automate provisioning, configuration, and monitoring processes to drive efficiency and ensure infrastructure stability and resiliency.
• Cost Optimization: Develop scalable, cost-effective cloud solutions, balancing operational needs with business objectives.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Serve as a technical advisor on complex initiatives, ensuring seamless communication across teams.
• Security & Compliance: Embed best practices for security and compliance into infrastructure operations, adhering to industry standards and frameworks.
• Vision & Innovation: Define and champion a forward-looking strategy for evolving cloud infrastructure.
• Perform other duties as assigned.
  
  

Qualifications:

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field (equivalent experience or certifications may substitute).
• Certifications: AWS Solutions Architect certification (Associate or Professional) is highly preferred.
• Leadership Experience: Proven track record of managing and developing technology teams, fostering a culture of excellence.
• Technical Expertise:
• Proficiency in container orchestration platforms such as Amazon ECS or Kubernetes.
• Deep knowledge of CI/CD pipelines, integrated testing frameworks, and infrastructure-as-code tools (e.g., Terraform, CloudFormation).
• Experience with multi-account cloud environments and security compliance frameworks.
• Problem-Solving & Decision-Making: Strong analytical skills with a focus on data-driven strategies and results.
• Communication Skills: Exceptional ability to engage effectively with both technical teams and senior leadership.
• Project Management: Demonstrated success in leading complex, cross-functional initiatives on time and within budget.
  
  

MissionStaff is committed to fostering, cultivating, and preserving a culture of diversity, equity and inclusion. MissionStaff provides equal opportunities for all employees and job applicants, regardless of any legally protected factors. We have adopted and will continue to follow lawful policies and practices in all aspects of employment, including recruiting, hiring, evaluation, promotion, training, discipline, compensation, and termination. At MissionStaff, we’re not just innovators in staffing; we’re champions of diversity, equity, and inclusion. We celebrate diversity because it helps make our employees and the clients we serve stronger and more successful.