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Consultant- Cloud Engineer
AltaSource Group is looking for a Cloud Engineer for our global wealth company in Seattle! They are a leading global asset management firm providing systematic, rules-based investment strategies and customized exposure management to institutions and individual investors around the world.
The Cloud Engineer helps design, build, deploy and operate secure Cloud application infrastructure that aligns with business needs. They are primarily focused on supporting their AWS Native program and work closely with Core Services, Security, and Development teams to identify and implement optimal Cloud based solutions for the firm. The Cloud Engineer assists with managing various Cloud environments and educating the team on implementation and maintenance of new Cloud-based applications and services.
Day to Day, you will:
Plan, design, and develop Cloud-based applications, frameworks, and deployment pipeline
Help establish Cloud Native Architecture principles for rapid adoption
Build and maintain IaC templates for common use cases and security/governance requirements
Deploy and support Cloud initiatives as needed in accordance with best practices throughout the Development lifecycle
Educate teammates on implementation and maintenance of Cloud-based technologies
Manage Cloud environments in accordance with company security guidelines
Contribute to creation of best practices for the larger Cloud Engineer and Development teams
Automation orchestration of Cloud-based platforms
Stay current with industry trends and best practices
About You:
Your knowledge and skill-set should include:
Bachelor s Degree in Computer Science or Engineering preferred
3-5 years experience in a Cloud Engineer role or related position
Certification as AWS Solutions Architect and/or related technologies
Strong knowledge of scripting languages (eg. Python/JavaScript) and source control (eg. Git)
Strong knowledge of Terraform and other orchestration technologies
Experience with SOA applications and cloud-based services, preferably AWS
Experience working with Docker, Kubernetes or other container technologies
Experience deploying/supporting enterprise monitoring solutions (ex. DataDog)
Knowledge of Web Services, API, REST and RPC.
Strong awareness of networking and internet protocols
Database experience, including knowledge of SQL and NoSQL
Excellent communication and organizational skills, and the ability to stay focused on completing tasks and meeting goals within a busy workspace
Able to work in tandem with a team of Engineers/Developers or alone as required
Pay Rate: Up to $75/hr. DOE
Note: This position is an onsite contract role with the potential to extend or convert full-time. Our client is unable to consider candidates who require H1 visa sponsorship for this role. Please no corp-to-corp or 1099.
About AltaSource Group:
AltaSource Group is a rapidly growing leader in technology consulting services that enables companies to advance in the digital world. We provide 100% company paid medical, dental and vision for our employees! Additional employee benefits include a free Employee Assistance Program, available flex spending accounts, available 401K program, and local discount programs through Passport.
We are proud to say we have a Glassdoor rating of 4.9!