Senior 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 3-5 years of experience with public cloud and SaaS environments, along with extensive Azure experience. You will script implementations, monitor the environment, optimize costs, and participate in software deployment. 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
• 3-5 years of experience with hands-on Public Cloud (IaaS) and Software as a Service environment
• 5 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

Preferred Qualifications

Hybrid or remote work environment

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
• ICREATE Employee Recognition Program
• 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