Cloud Specialist

EPTA•Milano, TX

13d•Hybrid

About The Position

The Cloud Specialist reports directly to the Cloud Architect and supports the implementation and operation of the organization’s cloud environments. The role ensures that architectural guidelines are applied, manages daily cloud operations, and contributes to secure, reliable, and optimized cloud services. The specialist collaborates on cloud architecture and translates architectural specifications into technical solutions, proposing improvements in cost, performance, resilience, and security. The role supports the design and implementation of cloud-based infrastructure, applications, and services, as well as cloud architecture strategies and roadmaps aligned with business and IT objectives. The position configures, deploys, and maintains cloud services and resources; helps ensure security and regulatory compliance; monitors usage and identifies cost-saving opportunities; and supports documentation and reporting for architectures, design patterns, security protocols, operational procedures, project status, performance metrics, and costs. The position is based in Milan and offers a flexible working arrangement with up to 50% monthly smart working. Epta describes its compensation as aligned with the applicable Metalworking National Collective Bargaining Agreement (CCNL), level B1, with a base salary from €30,814.29 gross per year. The final offer is determined using objective, gender-neutral criteria, including verified professional experience, relevant technical competencies, and the role’s confirmed scope and responsibilities.

Requirements

2–4 years of hands-on experience working with cloud platforms such as AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud.
Experience deploying, configuring, and managing cloud infrastructure and services in production environments.
Experience working in agile environments and managing operational tasks such as incident, change, and problem management.
Knowledge of major cloud platforms and their services and capabilities.
Knowledge of designing cloud architectures for scalability, reliability, performance, and security.
Knowledge of cloud security best practices, including identity and access management (IAM), encryption, firewalls, and data protection.
Ability to use cloud cost management and optimization tools, such as AWS Cost Explorer, Azure Cost Management, and Google Cloud Cost Management.
Familiarity with DevOps practices, CI/CD pipelines, and cloud-native tools.
Knowledge of cloud monitoring tools such as AWS CloudWatch, Azure Monitor, and Google Cloud Monitoring.
Written and spoken English proficiency.
Time-management skills.
Proven problem-solving skills and ability to consider complex multidisciplinary aspects of a problem.
Adaptability and flexibility.
Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Engineering, or a related field.

Responsibilities

Collaborate in defining cloud architectures and translate architectural specifications into implementable technical solutions.
Propose improvements to cloud cost, performance, resilience, and security.
Support the design and implementation of cloud-based infrastructure, applications, and services that meet business needs.
Support the development of cloud architecture strategies and roadmaps aligned with the organization’s digital transformation and IT goals.
Configure, deploy, and maintain services and resources on cloud platforms such as AWS, Microsoft Azure, and Google Cloud.
Help ensure cloud environments are secure and comply with applicable industry regulations and organizational security standards.
Monitor cloud usage and identify cost-saving opportunities using cost management tools.
Support comprehensive documentation of cloud architectures, design patterns, security protocols, and operational procedures.
Support reports on cloud project status, performance metrics, and cost analyses.