Cloud Generalist

Job Category: Amazon Web Services
Job Type: Hybrid
Job Location: Chicago Illinois

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JPS-2607
Posted On: 02/20/2025
Closes On: 02/21/2025
Job Description:

We are looking for a Cloud Generalist with expertise across Azure and AWS to manage and optimize cloud infrastructure. This role requires hands-on experience in virtual machine management, cloud networking, Kubernetes orchestration, Terraform, and database administration. The ideal candidate will ensure scalability, security, and performance across cloud environments while collaborating with cross-functional teams.

Key Responsibilities:

Cloud Infrastructure Management:

  • Manage and maintain Azure Virtual Machines & AWS Virtual Machines (provisioning, scaling, performance tuning).
  • Administer Azure Storage Accounts & AWS Storage Accounts, ensuring security and data integrity.
  • Implement Azure Site Recovery solutions for disaster recovery and business continuity.

Cloud Networking & Kubernetes Orchestration:

  • Configure and optimize Azure Application Gateway, Load Balancer, and Traffic Manager for high availability.
  • Manage Azure Kubernetes Service (AKS) and Amazon Elastic Kubernetes Service (EKS) for containerized applications.

Database Administration:

  • Support AWS Relational Database Management Systems (RDBMS).
  • Administer Azure Cosmos DB, PostgreSQL, Azure SQL Database, and Managed Instances for optimal performance.

Cross-Cloud Collaboration & Optimization:

  • Work with teams to design and implement cloud solutions aligning with business goals.
  • Assist in migrating applications and processes to the cloud.
  • Monitor and optimize performance, cost, and resource allocation across Azure and AWS.
  • Implement logging, monitoring, and alerting mechanisms using native cloud tools.

Qualifications:

Must-Have Skills:

 Cloud Platforms: Strong hands-on expertise in Azure & AWS.
  Virtual Machines & Storage: Experience with VM provisioning, scaling, and storage management in Azure & AWS.
  Kubernetes Orchestration: Hands-on experience with AKS & EKS.
  Networking: Familiarity with load balancers, application gateways, and traffic management in Azure.
  Database Administration: Expertise in Azure Cosmos DB, PostgreSQL, and SQL databases.
  Infrastructure as Code (IaC): Experience with Terraform for cloud resource automation.

Nice-to-Have Skills:

 Azure & AWS certifications (Solutions Architect, DevOps, etc.).

General Skills:

 Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.
  Excellent communication skills (written & verbal).
  Ability to work in a collaborative, fast-paced environment.