Cloud Engineer - Senior at WaFd Bank
Seattle, WA 98101
About the Job
Min
USD $145,000.00/Yr.
Max
USD $175,000.00/Yr.
Job Summary
We are seeking a Senior Cloud Engineer that will play a critical role in designing, implementing, and maintaining our cloud infrastructure
You will collaborate with cross-functional teams to architect scalable and secure cloud solutions, optimize system performance, and drive continuous improvement
The ideal candidate should have a strong technical background in cloud technologies, excellent problem-solving skills, and a passion for delivering high-quality solutions.Along with the key functions listed below, this position will be expected to uphold the value WaFd Bank places on simply being kind when servicing our colleagues and clients.ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following (Other duties may be assigned):Design, deploy, and manage cloud-based infrastructure and services, ensuring scalability, availability, and security.Collaborate with development, operations, and security teams to architect and implement efficient and reliable cloud solutions.Optimize cloud resource utilization, monitor system performance, and troubleshoot issues to ensure optimal performance and cost-effectiveness.Implement automation and infrastructure-as-code practices to streamline deployments, provisioning, and configuration management.Evaluate and recommend cloud services, tools, and technologies to improve efficiency and enhance system capabilities.Work with the audit and compliance team to ensure SOX compliance.Assist the security team with developing and enforcing cloud security best practices, including access controls, encryption, and vulnerability management.Provide technical guidance to WaFd information technology colleagues.Stay abreast of industry trends, emerging technologies, and best practices in cloud computing.Adherence to bank policies and procedures designed to comply with Federal regulations, including but not limited to the Bank Secrecy Act, USA Patriot Act and OFAC regulations.
Qualifications
Education/Skills/Training:AWS Certified Solutions Architect – AssociateHashiCorp Certified Terraform AssociateAbility to work independently and exercise independent judgment and decision making.Strong documentation skills and ability to work in fast paced environments.Ability to assist internal and external customers in a personable and professional manner.Experience: 4-5 years of experience as a Cloud Engineer or in a similar role.4-5 years of experience with DevOps practices and CI/CD pipelines.Experience with scripting or programming languages (e.g., Python, Bash, PowerShell).In-depth knowledge of cloud computing platforms such as AWS.Proficiency in infrastructure-as-code tools such as Terraform.Strong understanding of networking principles, security best practices, and data management in cloud environments.Strong understanding of cloud architecture principles including serverless computing, SaaS implementation and best practices for building scalable and resilient cloud applications.Experience with cloud security best practices, including identity and access management (IAM), encryption, SOX compliance and network security.Familiarity with monitoring and logging tools for cloud-based infrastructure such as Splunk.Experience with configuring, deploying, and maintaining Active Directory services, including group policies, user accounts, and domain controllers.Understanding of security best practices for Windows Server environments.Knowledge of Windows Server backup and disaster recovery solutions to ensure data protection and business continuity.
Benefits
At WaFd Bank you get all of these great benefits!Paid time off for vacation, sick days and holidaysHealth insuranceStock optionsBonus programsGenerous 7% 401(k) employer matching*Paid Parental LeaveLife and AD&D insuranceLong-term disabilityTuition ReimbursementEmployee assistance programsPre-tax health and dependent-care spending plansWaFd Bank Benefits Summary - Click here for more information
EEO Statement
We are committed to Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action
We recruit, hire, train and promote persons in all job titles and ensure that all other personnel actions are administered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, military and/or veteran status, or disability in accordance with Executive Order 11246, Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, as amended, and the Vietnam Era Veterans Readjustment Assistance Act of 1974, which require affirmative action to ensure equal opportunity in all aspects of employment
WaFd Bank does not discriminate on the basis of national origin or citizenship status as provided under the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986, or any other Federal or State legally-protected classes
WaFd Bank is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to employees and applicants with disabilities to the full extent required by the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)
If you feel you need a reasonable accommodation pursuant to the ADA, you are encouraged to contact us at
Requisition Post Information* : Posted Date
10/7/2024
Job SummaryLocation : Address: 425 Pike StreetLocation : City: SeattleLocation : State/Province: WAID: 2024-3164Category: TechnologyPosition Type: Full TimeMin: USD $145,000.00/Yr.Max: USD $175,000.00/Yr.
USD $145,000.00/Yr.
Max
USD $175,000.00/Yr.
Job Summary
We are seeking a Senior Cloud Engineer that will play a critical role in designing, implementing, and maintaining our cloud infrastructure
You will collaborate with cross-functional teams to architect scalable and secure cloud solutions, optimize system performance, and drive continuous improvement
The ideal candidate should have a strong technical background in cloud technologies, excellent problem-solving skills, and a passion for delivering high-quality solutions.Along with the key functions listed below, this position will be expected to uphold the value WaFd Bank places on simply being kind when servicing our colleagues and clients.ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following (Other duties may be assigned):Design, deploy, and manage cloud-based infrastructure and services, ensuring scalability, availability, and security.Collaborate with development, operations, and security teams to architect and implement efficient and reliable cloud solutions.Optimize cloud resource utilization, monitor system performance, and troubleshoot issues to ensure optimal performance and cost-effectiveness.Implement automation and infrastructure-as-code practices to streamline deployments, provisioning, and configuration management.Evaluate and recommend cloud services, tools, and technologies to improve efficiency and enhance system capabilities.Work with the audit and compliance team to ensure SOX compliance.Assist the security team with developing and enforcing cloud security best practices, including access controls, encryption, and vulnerability management.Provide technical guidance to WaFd information technology colleagues.Stay abreast of industry trends, emerging technologies, and best practices in cloud computing.Adherence to bank policies and procedures designed to comply with Federal regulations, including but not limited to the Bank Secrecy Act, USA Patriot Act and OFAC regulations.
Qualifications
Education/Skills/Training:AWS Certified Solutions Architect – AssociateHashiCorp Certified Terraform AssociateAbility to work independently and exercise independent judgment and decision making.Strong documentation skills and ability to work in fast paced environments.Ability to assist internal and external customers in a personable and professional manner.Experience: 4-5 years of experience as a Cloud Engineer or in a similar role.4-5 years of experience with DevOps practices and CI/CD pipelines.Experience with scripting or programming languages (e.g., Python, Bash, PowerShell).In-depth knowledge of cloud computing platforms such as AWS.Proficiency in infrastructure-as-code tools such as Terraform.Strong understanding of networking principles, security best practices, and data management in cloud environments.Strong understanding of cloud architecture principles including serverless computing, SaaS implementation and best practices for building scalable and resilient cloud applications.Experience with cloud security best practices, including identity and access management (IAM), encryption, SOX compliance and network security.Familiarity with monitoring and logging tools for cloud-based infrastructure such as Splunk.Experience with configuring, deploying, and maintaining Active Directory services, including group policies, user accounts, and domain controllers.Understanding of security best practices for Windows Server environments.Knowledge of Windows Server backup and disaster recovery solutions to ensure data protection and business continuity.
Benefits
At WaFd Bank you get all of these great benefits!Paid time off for vacation, sick days and holidaysHealth insuranceStock optionsBonus programsGenerous 7% 401(k) employer matching*Paid Parental LeaveLife and AD&D insuranceLong-term disabilityTuition ReimbursementEmployee assistance programsPre-tax health and dependent-care spending plansWaFd Bank Benefits Summary - Click here for more information
EEO Statement
We are committed to Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action
We recruit, hire, train and promote persons in all job titles and ensure that all other personnel actions are administered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, military and/or veteran status, or disability in accordance with Executive Order 11246, Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, as amended, and the Vietnam Era Veterans Readjustment Assistance Act of 1974, which require affirmative action to ensure equal opportunity in all aspects of employment
WaFd Bank does not discriminate on the basis of national origin or citizenship status as provided under the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986, or any other Federal or State legally-protected classes
WaFd Bank is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to employees and applicants with disabilities to the full extent required by the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)
If you feel you need a reasonable accommodation pursuant to the ADA, you are encouraged to contact us at
800.324.9375
EEO is The Law - click here for more informationEqual Opportunity Employer Minorities/Women/Protected Veterans/DisabledEEO Policy Statement - WaFd BankKnow Your Rights: Workplace Discrimination is Illegal - click here for more informationPay Transparency Nondiscrimination Provision - click here for more informationCCPA Notice at Collection for CA Employees and ApplicantsRequisition Post Information* : Posted Date
10/7/2024
Job SummaryLocation : Address: 425 Pike StreetLocation : City: SeattleLocation : State/Province: WAID: 2024-3164Category: TechnologyPosition Type: Full TimeMin: USD $145,000.00/Yr.Max: USD $175,000.00/Yr.
