Cloud Engineer I

Lennar•St. Petersburg, FL

About The Position

Lennar is seeking a highly skilled and motivated Cloud Engineer to join the Lennar Technology Group (LTG) Cloud Operations team. The role designs, deploys, and manages cloud-based systems and applications, applying cloud-platform knowledge, infrastructure as code, automation, and security best practices to support a reliable, scalable, and cost-effective cloud environment. The engineer works with AWS and Azure and collaborates with development, operations, security, and architecture teams. The position also includes supporting internal teams and end users, maintaining documentation, and keeping current with cloud technologies and best practices.

Requirements

College diploma or university degree in computer science or engineering, and/or more than five years of equivalent work experience.
Three years of experience in cloud engineering or a related role.
Proficiency with one or more major cloud platforms, such as AWS or Azure.
Strong understanding of networking concepts, including TCP/IP, DNS, VPNs, load balancing, and VPCs/VNets.
Experience with infrastructure as code tools such as Terraform, CloudFormation, or ARM Templates.
Experience with monitoring and logging tools such as CloudWatch or Azure Monitor.
Proficiency in scripting languages such as Python, PowerShell, and Bash.
Familiarity with containerization technologies such as Docker and Kubernetes.
Knowledge of DevOps principles and CI/CD pipelines.
Understanding of database technologies, including SQL and MySQL.
Firm grasp of cloud security principles and best practices.
Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills.
Strong communication and interpersonal skills, including the ability to explain complex technical concepts to non-technical audiences.
Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.
Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.

Nice To Haves

Relevant cloud certifications, such as AWS Certified Solutions Architect or Azure Administrator Associate.

Responsibilities

Design, implement, and maintain scalable, secure, and resilient cloud infrastructure, including virtual machines, networking, storage, and databases.
Configure and manage cloud compute, storage, networking, security, and identity and access management services.
Develop and maintain infrastructure as code for automated cloud provisioning and management.
Collaborate with development teams to design, deploy, and maintain cloud-native applications, microservices, and serverless functions.
Implement and manage CI/CD pipelines for automated delivery to cloud environments.
Integrate cloud solutions with on-premises infrastructure where necessary.
Monitor cloud resource utilization, performance metrics, and costs; identify and implement cost optimization strategies.
Troubleshoot and resolve performance bottlenecks and other cloud-related issues.
Implement cloud security measures, including network security, access controls, data encryption, and vulnerability management.
Support compliance with industry regulations and internal security policies; conduct security audits and document security configurations.
Automate routine tasks and operational processes using scripting languages; develop and maintain scripts for deployment, monitoring, and alerts.
Diagnose and resolve technical issues related to cloud infrastructure and applications.
Provide support to internal teams and end users on cloud-related matters.
Develop and maintain disaster recovery and backup strategies to support business continuity.
Collaborate with developers, operations, security, and architects.
Create and maintain documentation for cloud architecture, configurations, and operational procedures.
Stay updated on emerging cloud technologies, trends, and best practices.