Director of Cloud Engineering

We are working with a Columbus client to identify a Director of Cloud Engineering . The ideal candidate aligns with the responsibilities and qualifications outlined below.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage a team of cloud engineers to design, deploy, and maintain cloud solutions across the enterprise.
• Define the strategic roadmap for cloud architecture, ensuring alignment with business goals and technological advancements.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams including DevOps, security, and software development to deliver scalable and secure cloud solutions.
• Establish cloud governance, security standards, and best practices for cloud deployments and operations.
• Drive continuous improvement in cloud infrastructure efficiency, cost optimization, and system performance.
• Partner with senior leadership to communicate cloud strategy, progress, and key initiatives.
• Oversee the development and implementation of CI/CD pipelines, automation tools, and cloud-native applications.
• Manage vendor relationships and oversee the selection of cloud service providers and tools.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in IT, with at least 5 years in cloud engineering or a similar role.
• Proven experience managing large-scale cloud environments, preferably on AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud Platform (GCP).
• Strong expertise in cloud architecture and infrastructure design (e.g., microservices, containers, serverless computing).
• Deep understanding of DevOps practices, CI/CD pipelines, and cloud-native technologies.
• Familiarity with cloud cost management and optimization techniques.
• Experience with Kubernetes, Docker, and infrastructure-as-code tools (e.g., Terraform, Ansible).
• Proven leadership experience, with a track record of building and managing high-performing engineering teams.