Cloud Engineer

Amida Technology Solutions•Richmond, VA

19d•Hybrid

About The Position

Amida Technology Solutions is a DC-based technology company focused on data interoperability, integrity, governance, and security. We create solutions that collect, reconcile, transform, and standardize data for business intelligence, advanced analytics, decision support, and user transactions. We specialize in taking data from inception to impact. Our team is composed of creative, forward-looking thinkers who are passionate about using cutting-edge technology to improve lives and generate a positive impact on our country. We offer an entrepreneurial, high-growth environment that values fresh ideas, candid conversations, and authentic teamwork. Amida Technology Solutions is seeking a Cloud Engineer. The successful candidate will design, implement, and manage scalable, secure, and reliable cloud-based infrastructure and services. This role will report to the Chief Technology Officer. The ideal candidate will be motivated by the opportunity to support public agencies, nonprofit organizations, and private companies in transforming their data into actionable insights.

Requirements

At least 2 years of experience in a cloud engineering or DevOps role
Experience with infrastructure-as-code tools (e.g, Terraform, CloudFormation)
Experience with CI/CD pipelines
Proficiency with at least one cloud provider (AWS, Azure, or GCP)
Strong scripting skills (e.g., Python, Bash, PowerShell)
Familiarity with Linux and/or Windows system administration
Knowledge of networking concepts (e.g., VPC, VPN, DNS, firewalls)
Understanding of container technologies like Docker and orchestration tools such as Kubernetes (e.g., EKS, AKS, GKE)
Familiarity with monitoring/logging tools (e.g., CloudWatch, Prometheus, Datadog)
Strong understanding of cloud security and best practices
Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field

Nice To Haves

Cloud certifications (e.g., AWS Certified Solutions Architect, Azure Administrator, Google Professional Cloud Engineer)
Experience in multi-cloud or hybrid-cloud environments
Experience with serverless architectures (e.g., AWS Lambda, Azure Functions)
Knowledge of security frameworks and compliance (e.g., SOC2, ISO 27001, HIPAA)

Responsibilities

Design, deploy, and manage cloud infrastructure using AWS, Azure, GCP
Automate infrastructure provisioning using tools like Terraform, CloudFormation, or ARM templates
Collaborate with DevOps, Development, and Security teams to ensure reliable and secure cloud operations
Monitor system performance, troubleshoot issues, and implement solutions to improve reliability and scalability
Develop and maintain CI/CD pipelines using tools such as Jenkins, GitLab CI, GitHub Actions, or Azure DevOps
Ensure compliance with security best practices and assist in audits and governance reviews
Optimize cloud resources for cost-efficiency
Perform cloud integration of commercial off-the-shelf (COTS) software
Engage with customers to provide support with respect to resource access and usage
Maintain documentation of infrastructure, systems, and processes
Other duties as assigned