Principal Engineer - Cloud

Join our Global Hosting Team as a Principal Engineer - Cloud and leverage your extensive experience in cloud engineering, virtualization, Wintel, Linux, and storage technologies. This strategic role is crucial for developing and implementing scalable, secure, and efficient cloud solutions that align with Johnson Controls' goals and business requirements.

Key Responsibilities:

Cloud Architecture Design

• Develop and implement cloud architecture solutions to meet strategic goals and business requirements.
• Create scalable, secure, and efficient cloud infrastructure.
• Evaluate and select appropriate cloud services and technologies.

Automation and Scripting

• Develop and maintain scripts for task automation and efficiency improvement.
• Implement automation strategies for deployment and management.

DevOps and CI/CD

• Implement and maintain Continuous Integration/Continuous Delivery (CI/CD) pipelines for streamlined cloud deployments.
• Develop and manage automated deployment scripts and processes.
• Collaborate with development teams to integrate CI/CD practices into their workflows.

Security and Compliance

• Ensure cloud environments adhere to security best practices and compliance requirements.
• Implement security measures such as encryption, identity and access management (IAM), and network security.
• Conduct regular security audits and vulnerability assessments.

Cost Optimization

• Drive initiatives to optimize costs across the cloud infrastructure.
• Analyze spending and identify cost-saving opportunities.
• Implement cost management tools and practices.

Mentorship

• Mentor junior engineers and provide technical guidance.
• Conduct training sessions and workshops on cloud technologies and best practices.
• Foster a culture of continuous learning and improvement.

Collaboration

• Work closely with IT, security, and development teams for seamless integration of cloud solutions.
• Participate in cross-functional projects and initiatives.
• Communicate effectively with stakeholders to understand requirements and provide solutions.

Disaster Recovery and Business Continuity

• Develop and implement disaster recovery and business continuity plans to ensure cloud system resilience.

Required Skills and Qualifications:

Technical Expertise

• Extensive experience in cloud engineering and design, with a strong understanding of virtualization, Wintel, Linux, and storage technologies.
• Proficiency in cloud platforms such as AWS, Azure, and Google Cloud.
• Experience with virtualization technologies like VMware, Hyper-V, Nutanix, and Azure VMware Solution (AVS).
• Proficiency in Wintel infrastructure components, including networking, storage, and security.
• Strong knowledge of Linux operating systems (Red Hat, Ubuntu, CentOS).
• Experience with storage technologies (SAN, NAS, cloud-based storage).
• Strong knowledge of DevOps practices and tools (CI/CD, automation, configuration management).

Certifications

• Relevant certifications such as AWS Certified Solutions Architect – Professional, Microsoft Certified: Azure Solutions Architect Expert, VMware Certified Professional (VCP), Red Hat Certified Engineer (RHCE), or similar.
• Additional certifications in security, networking, or DevOps are a plus.

Experience

• A minimum of 5 years of experience in cloud engineering or a related role.
• Proven track record of designing and implementing large-scale cloud solutions.
• Experience in leading and mentoring technical teams.

Soft Skills

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills for effective cross-functional collaboration.
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Education

• A bachelor's degree in computer science, information technology, or a related field.
• A master's degree is preferred but not required.

Tools and Technologies

• Proficiency in cloud management and monitoring tools.
• Experience with Infrastructure as Code (IaC) tools (Terraform, Ansible).
• Familiarity with cloud security best practices and tools.
• Knowledge of managing service principals and permissions in cloud environments (Azure Active Directory, RBAC).
• Experience with Red Hat Satellite Servers for system management and automation.