Cloud Engineer

Utah State University Space Dynamics Laboratory
US - Utah - Ogden
January 27, 2025

JobID:
22473C

Are you passionate about driving innovation in cloud computing? The Space Dynamics Laboratory (SDL) invites you to become a key player in our cloud engineering team.
We collaborate closely with our government partners to craft and sustain a comprehensive digital engineering environment within the cloud.
In this pivotal role, you'll be integral in designing, developing, and maintaining the infrastructure, tools, and software that underpin the diverse requirements of our clients and partners.
This includes executing and enhancing the data management strategy, ensuring secure data and system access, collaborating with various teams to architect the necessary infrastructure, and creating the supporting tools and software.
Join us in shaping the future of cloud solutions and make a significant impact in our journey towards technological excellence.

At the Space Dynamics Laboratory (SDL), we support a variety of missions, including NASA's vision to reveal the unknown for the benefit of humankind and the Department of Defense's aim to protect our Nation on the ground, in the air, and in space.
Our sensors, satellites, software systems, and science and engineering play an essential role in some important missions you've heard of, and others that you haven't.
Join our team in our seventh decade of delivering mission success.

At SDL, we take pride in and highly value our employees.
SDL offers competitive salaries and fantastic benefits, including:

Flexible work schedules that fit your style
Generous paid leisure and sick leave
Favorable company locations with average commute times of less than 15 minutes
High-quality, low-cost health, dental, and life insurance
A 14.2% employer retirement contribution into a 401(a) account-no matching required!
Utah State University undergraduate tuition discounts of 50%, full reimbursement for graduate tuition, and free course audits for employees and dependents meeting eligibility requirements
A great, highly educated team that works together to solve some of the most fascinating problems on (and off) our planet
We are a growing company that maintains both a family feel and high retention rate with over 90% job satisfaction
Relocation assistance available for most positions

Required Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree in computer science or related field
Minimum 2 years of related experience (4 or more preferred)
Expertise across multiple cloud platforms such as Azure, AWS, and GCP in areas of compute, storage, networking, and database services (AWS Preferred)
Solid understanding of cloud networking architectures and security mechanisms including firewalls, IAM, and encryption
Knowledge of databases, big data, data analytics or other data science disciplines
Experience in designing and deploying serverless applications using cloud functions
Skills in implementing comprehensive monitoring and logging strategies with cloud-native tools
Understanding of continuous integration/continuous delivery (CI/CD) methodologies, testing methodologies and system level integration
Ability to design robust disaster recovery plans and business continuity strategies using cloud technologies
Familiarity with architectural principles and frameworks is necessary to ensure solutions are secure, scalable, and aligned with business objectives
Experience with various migration strategies in moving applications and data to the cloud, minimizing disruptions, and optimizing performance
Knowledge of AI and ML principles, along with cloud-based AI/ML services, leveraging data for predictive analytics, automation, and enhanced decision-making
Strong interpersonal skills, ensuring a clear understanding and alignment of technological solutions with business needs
Advanced problem-solving abilities and analytical skills for addressing complex challenges and devising innovative and effective solutions
Must be able to work effectively independently, as part of a team, and work with partners
• US citizenship required along with the ability to obtain and hold a U.S.
Government security clearance
Some travel may be required

Preferred Qualifications:

Knowledge in optimizing cloud costs through effective resource management, selecting the right pricing models, and leveraging commitments or discounts
Knowledge of SysML and UML for modeling complex systems and software architectures facilitating clear visualization, documentation, and communication of system design and interactions
Expertise in using tools like Terraform, AWS CloudFormation, or Azure Resource Manager for automating the provisioning and management of cloud infrastructure ensuring deployments are repeatable and scalable
Experience as an engineer in one or more of the following areas:
software, data, cloud, or other systems engineering field
Experience in architecting solutions with AWS GovCloud
AWS cloud certification
Have a current U.S.
Government security clearance

Job Location:
Ogden, UT

For questions or assistance with the application process or the DoD SkillBridge program, please contact employment@sdl.usu.edu.

EOE including Disability and Vet

Read the full job description and apply online on the recuiter's web-site

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