Cloud Engineer

Summary

Join Nextech, a leader in specialty healthcare technology solutions, as a Senior Cloud Engineer. You will be responsible for servicing our software delivery platforms using Microsoft Azure technologies. This role requires a Bachelor's degree in a related field and 3+ years of experience with public cloud and SaaS environments, along with Azure or AWS experience. You will script implementations, monitor the environment, optimize costs, perform server patching, participate in software deployment, and provide technical leadership. Nextech offers a competitive compensation package including a generous bonus structure, comprehensive healthcare, a wellness program, and flexible time off.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in MIS, CS, or related field
• 3+ years of experience with hands-on Public Cloud (IaaS) and Software as a Service environment
• 3+ years of Azure or AWS experience
• .NET Framework & .NET Core application experience
• Working familiarity with software lifecycle solutions (Azure DevOps, Team Foundation Services)
• Scripting skills (PowerShell, python, ruby, Perl, etc.)
• Multi-Tenant with a centralized management/administration mindset
• Thorough understanding of Azure Active Directory concepts, features, and limitations
• Familiarity with Microsoft SQL Server management and performance techniques
• Comprehensive knowledge of TCP/IP – must be able to discuss OSI concepts at length
• Comprehensive knowledge of IT security concepts – must be able to discuss encryption in transit and at rest for all modern protocols and specifications
• Experience with Infrastructure, Network, and Application Security best-practices, including the secure transport and storage of sensitive/private data

Responsibilities

• Script implementations and configurations
• Monitor, create alerts and report on the environment
• Optimize the cost and spend of the Azure environment
• Perform server patching and performance optimization routines
• Participate in new software deployment strategy and delivery
• Lead or assist with multi-regional software distribution
• Ensure a highly available and highly recoverable application platform
• Provide technical leadership and mentor junior engineers
• Carry out additional responsibilities assigned based on business need

Benefits

• Generous annual bonus opportunity
• 401(k) with Employer Match
• Flexible Time Off: take time off when you need it without worrying about available hours
• 10 paid holidays + 1 floating holiday
• Volunteer Time Off
• Insurance: Choice of Medical, Dental, and Vision plans
• Health Savings Account with employer match
• Flexible Spending Account
• 100% Company-Paid Parental leave
• 100% Company-Paid Life Insurance and Short/Long Term Disability Insurance
• Wellness Program including discounts on medical premiums
• Employee Assistance Program with free counseling sessions available
• Corporate Discounts on Retail, Travel, and Entertainment
• Pet Insurance options