Cloud Engineer - OCI - Thomas Talent Network

We are a premier provider of remote Database and Cloud Infrastructure Management services, specializing in Oracle, Microsoft, and open-source technologies. Our team offers comprehensive 24/7/365 monitoring and issue resolution, along with a full suite of data management services—from routine database tasks and maintenance support to advanced cloud architecture, migration, and management solutions.

Position Summary: Cloud Engineer (Remote)

As a Cloud Engineer, you will play a key role in the maintenance, optimization, and troubleshooting of Oracle Cloud Infrastructure (OCI) environments, ensuring high performance, reliability, and security. Working closely with cross-functional teams, you will design, implement, and manage cloud-based solutions that adhere to industry best practices and fulfill business requirements.

Location:

This position is 100% remote, with a preference for candidates in the Eastern and Central time zones. Applicants near Pittsburgh, PA, who can work in a hybrid setup, will be prioritized. Availability for EST hours and on-call support is required.

Key Responsibilities:

Administer and manage OCI environments, including compute, storage, network, and security resources.

Lead and execute full end-to-end cloud migration projects.

Monitor OCI resource performance, availability, and capacity, resolving any issues or anomalies.

Design and maintain scalable, high-availability architectures within Oracle OCI.

Develop automation scripts and infrastructure-as-code templates for efficient OCI resource management.

Collaborate with application development and infrastructure teams to ensure optimal performance and cost-effectiveness of cloud solutions.

Troubleshoot and resolve complex issues within OCI, Linux OS, and related infrastructure.

Implement security controls, access management, and encryption to ensure compliance with industry regulations.

Evaluate and recommend new cloud technologies based on industry trends.

Create and maintain technical documentation, including configurations, processes, and procedures.

Qualifications:

Experience:

7+ years in IT, with at least 3 years as a Cloud Engineer, including extensive experience managing complex Oracle OCI environments and large-scale migrations (AWS experience is a plus).

Skills:

Strong background in Linux administration, including command-line tools, shell scripting, and system performance tuning.

Proficiency with WebLogic Server Administration (installation, domain configuration, app deployment).

Experience with automation and infrastructure-as-code tools (e.g., Terraform, Ansible).

Solid understanding of networking (TCP/IP, DNS, load balancing, firewalls).

Familiarity with containerization (Docker) and orchestration (Kubernetes).

Knowledge of security best practices and compliance standards (e.g., GDPR, HIPAA, PCI DSS).

Soft Skills:

Exceptional troubleshooting, problem-solving, communication, and teamwork skills.

Education:

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field (or equivalent experience).

Certifications:

Oracle Cloud Infrastructure Certified Architect or relevant Linux certifications are preferred.

Authorization:

Must be a US Citizen or Permanent Resident (Green Card holder), based in the USA.