Cloud Automation Engineer (Remote)

As a Cloud Automation Engineer, you’ll work on a cloud automation program using Terraform and other cloud methodologies, with the goal to make an impact across the federal government.
We know that you can’t have great technology services without amazing people. At MetroStar, we are obsessed with our people and have led a two-decade legacy of building the best and brightest teams. Because we know our future relies on our deep understanding and relentless focus on our people, we live by our mission: A passion for our people. Value for our customers.
If you think you can see yourself delivering our mission and pursuing our goals with us, then check out the job description below!
What you’ll do:

• Identify and implement automation strategies in the SDLC process that enable high quality, rapid delivery of new solutions across multiple clouds.
• Seek ways to continuously optimize and improve operational aspects of Cloud-based solutions.
• Help to design and maintain Cloud services.

What you’ll need to succeed:

• Expertise with architecting infrastructure as code (Terraform and CloudFormation) and extensive architecture experience in Linux, Python, Cloud (AWS, Azure, or GCP), CI/CD tools.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with a proven ability to influence and build consensus across a broad range of backgrounds, organizational levels and personalities.
• Experience in Linux, Python, Cloud (AWS, Azure, or GCP), CI/CD tools and other open-source technologies.
• A passion for problem solving and using emerging technologies to successfully meet requirements.
• Extensive experience with containerization technologies and orchestration (Docker, AWS ECS, OpenShift, Kubernetes).
• A strong track record of incubating/building Cloud-based capabilities, API platform strategies, driving platform execution with engineering and launching cloud solutions.
• The ability to obtain a security clearance.

Like we said, we are big fans of our people. That’s why we offer a generous benefits package, professional growth, and valuable time to recharge. Learn more about our company culture code and benefits. Plus, check out our accolades.
Don’t meet every single requirement?
Studies have shown that women, people of color and the LGBTQ+ community are less likely to apply to jobs unless they meet every single qualification. At MetroStar we are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive, and authentic culture, so, if you’re excited about this role, but your previous experience doesn’t align perfectly with every qualification in the job description, we encourage you to go ahead and apply. We pride ourselves on making great matches, and you may be the perfect match for this role or another one we have. Best of luck! – The MetroStar People & Culture Team
What we want you to know:
In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire.
MetroStar Systems is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status. The statements herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees and are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. Furthermore, they do not establish a contract for employment and are subject to change at the discretion of MetroStar Systems.
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