Principal Cloud Engineer

NiSource • Columbus, OH

3d • Hybrid

About The Position

NiSource is one of the largest fully regulated utility companies in the U.S., serving millions of customers across six states. We’re more than an energy provider—we’re a team committed to innovation, inclusion, and growth. At NiSource, you’ll find a workplace that encourages collaboration, supports professional development, and empowers employees to make an impact. Principal Engineers in the NiSource IT department supports the design, development, and implementation of technical solutions for various products and platforms. This work involves working on agile product and platform teams that require hands-on technical work, problem-solving, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality solutions. Cloud Engineers must have deep expertise in the Microsoft Azure platform, including cloud deployment strategies, operational and financial management, security best practices, and integrating complex on‑premises systems with SaaS and cloud‑based applications. The Cloud Engineers also oversee the design and support of cloud‑based data solutions, including data analytics platforms, data lakes, and storage architectures.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree or equivalent work experience.
• 10+ years of experience in Infrastructure Cloud or Data Center Domain
• Designing and solutioning the deployment of multi-cloud solutions across Azure, AWS, or Google Cloud
• Solutioning of enterprise-wide cloud governance policies to ensure scalability, compliance, and security
• Leading efforts to optimize cloud infrastructure for cost-effectiveness, performance, and resiliency
• Developing innovative cloud-native solutions, leveraging serverless architectures, containerization, and managed services
• Designing and implementing disaster recovery strategies and ensure their integration across hybrid and cloud environments
• Driving innovation in container orchestration strategies using Kubernetes
• Authorized to work in the United States without requiring sponsorship.

Nice To Haves

• Professional certifications in relevant IT areas
• Experience in a similar industry or sector
• Experience mentoring junior engineers and promoting career growth

Responsibilities

• Technical Support: Assist in the design, development, and implementation of solutions for assigned technical product/platform.
• Solution Development: Develop and implement solutions that enhance the functionality and performance of assigned products or platforms
• Collaboration: Work closely with cross-functional teams, including developers, analysts, service providers and stakeholders, to understand requirements and deliver effective solutions
• Code and Configuration Review and Quality Assurance: Participate in reviews and ensure that solutions meet quality standards and best practices
• Troubleshooting and Support: Diagnose and resolve technical issues, providing support and maintenance for existing systems
• Continuous Learning: Stay updated with industry trends and emerging technologies to contribute to innovation and continuous improvement in platform solutions

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees