Cloud Engineer

Bird Rock Systems • San Diego, CA

39d • Hybrid

About The Position

Bird Rock Systems is seeking a mid-level Cloud Engineer who enjoys hands-on delivery, working directly with customers, and building cloud environments that are secure, scalable, and built to last. This is a client-facing, billable role within our professional services organization. You will work closely with customers, senior engineers, and architects to design, implement, and improve cloud and hybrid environments—primarily within Azure-centric ecosystems. We are looking for engineers who want to grow professionally: people who value craftsmanship, long-term ownership, and continuous improvement over chasing titles or short-term projects. This role is intentionally focused and will primarily concentrate on three to four of the following areas: Cloud Infrastructure & Platform Engineering, Azure & M365-Centric Cloud Solutions, Cloud Security & Governance, and Automation, Operations, & Integration. The role requires onsite presence as often as needed based on customer engagements, with travel driven by client needs and project scope. Candidates must be based in Southern California or Phoenix, Arizona. Visits to our San Diego office may be required at the manager’s discretion. The company values Cloud Engineers who use AI to improve efficiency while maintaining sound engineering judgment and validation. Curiosity about expanding AI adoption for support capability over time is encouraged. You’ll work with cloud platforms and tools aligned to Bird Rock Systems’ technology partners and professional services offerings, with a strong emphasis on Azure, hybrid cloud, and Microsoft-centric environments.

Requirements

• 3–6 years of hands-on cloud or infrastructure engineering experience
• Prior client-facing experience or strong customer communication skills
• Solid understanding of networking, identity, and infrastructure fundamentals
• A mindset oriented toward long-term ownership and growth, not short-term wins
• Comfort working onsite with customers as engagements require
• Practical experience in Azure and hybrid environments

Nice To Haves

• Consulting, MSP, or professional services experience
• Scripting or automation skills (PowerShell, Python)
• Relevant certifications (Azure Administrator, Azure Solutions Architect, or similar)
• Infrastructure as Code experience (Terraform, Bicep, ARM, etc.)

Responsibilities

• Deliver client-facing, billable cloud engineering work across customer engagements
• Design, implement, and improve cloud and hybrid environments
• Support migrations, modernization efforts, and operational improvements
• Partner with senior engineers and architects to expand your technical depth
• Embrace a mindset of continuous improvement - for systems, processes, and yourself
• Contribute to internal standards, templates, and delivery best practices
• Produce clean, professional, client-ready documentation and diagrams
• Collaborate with customers to understand requirements and translate them into practical solutions
• Work onsite with customers as required to support successful delivery

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Unlimited Paid Time Off
• Paid Family Leave Benefits
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Pet Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program
• 100% Employer-Paid Life & AD&D Insurance, Short- and Long-Term Disability Insurance
• Monthly Wellness Reimbursement
• Cell Phone Reimbursement

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 11-50 employees