Senior IT Cloud Engineer

Expleo•Rochester, MN

3d•Onsite

About The Position

Trissential is seeking a Senior IT Cloud Engineer to design, optimize, and govern large-scale cloud platforms across Azure and Google Cloud Platform (GCP). This role involves building the cloud foundations that power enterprise innovation, focusing on automation, DevOps, and cloud governance to ensure enterprise systems scale securely, efficiently, and cost-effectively. The position offers enterprise-scale impact by architecting, implementing, and optimizing cloud platforms for mission-critical systems, leadership in Cloud & DevOps by influencing standards and automation, and cross-functional collaboration with architects, developers, security, and IT leadership. It involves hands-on work with modern cloud stacks including Azure, GCP, automation, orchestration, and infrastructure-as-code, and provides strategic visibility by partnering with senior stakeholders on long-term cloud strategy and governance.

Requirements

Strong hands-on experience across Azure and Google Cloud Platform (GCP)
Experience working in both cloud and on-prem environments
Deep understanding of cloud services, infrastructure, and enterprise integration
Practical experience applying DevOps principles, automation, and CI/CD practices
Strong troubleshooting skills across infrastructure, platform, and operational layers
Ability to translate technical concepts to both technical and executive stakeholders
Experience working within Agile frameworks and sprint-based delivery models
Bachelor’s degree with 5+ years of technical experience and 1+ year of leadership experience OR Associate’s degree with 7+ years of experience and 1+ year of leadership experience OR HS/GED with 9+ years of experience and 1+ year of leadership experience in a large enterprise environment
Cloud Engineering Certification (required)

Nice To Haves

Cloud certifications (Azure, GCP, or equivalent)
Experience supporting AI/ML platforms or HPC environments
Healthcare or highly regulated industry experience
Experience developing shared tools or frameworks used by multiple teams

Responsibilities

Execute the enterprise cloud and infrastructure strategy defined by cloud architects
Design, implement, and integrate cloud solutions across business and IT platforms
Develop complex automation scripts and orchestration workflows to streamline operations
Own cloud configuration using appropriate tooling and infrastructure-as-code practices
Lead implementation of governance models including RBAC, cost containment, and account management
Ensure cloud solutions comply with enterprise architecture and security standards
Partner with security teams to maintain a secure cloud environment
Plan, validate, and oversee installation, configuration, and maintenance of cloud platforms
Develop documentation including solution designs, installation instructions, and operational runbooks
Evaluate emerging cloud technologies, tools, and standards to drive continuous improvement
Develop cost and time estimates for cloud solutions and infrastructure initiatives
Collaborate with development teams and take ownership of the operational side of DevOps

Benefits

Competitive Compensation –$68–$78 per hour, depending on your skills, experience, and location. Final compensation is determined based on skill alignment, years of experience, and fair, market-based rates by geography.
Comprehensive Benefits for you and your dependents – Medical, dental, vision, free tele-health, HSA with company contribution, life and disability insurance, and 401k with matching
Paid Time Off –Offers paid time away from work
Enterprise-Scale Projects – Work on large, complex cloud environments with real-world impact
Career Development – Exposure to modern cloud platforms, tooling, and leadership opportunities
Collaborative Culture – Partner with highly skilled engineers, architects, and IT leaders

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