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OCLC · 2 days ago

Lead Cloud Engineer

OCLC is a technology-driven organization focused on connecting libraries and making knowledge accessible worldwide. The Lead Cloud Engineer will design, implement, and optimize cloud solutions across Azure, AWS, and Google Cloud platforms, ensuring scalability, reliability, and security while collaborating with cross-functional teams to support business-critical systems.

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Responsibilities

Establish best practices for implementing and operating cloud-based solutions in public cloud platforms like Azure, AWS and GCP
Advises on and implements the architecture and design of cloud environments
Leads and performs research and analysis to find solutions for complex business problems, as they relate to cloud infrastructure
Helps continually improve ongoing reporting and analysis processes and automation
Provide guidance and support to technical teams during implementation of cloud solutions to help troubleshoot issues during operation
Collaborate with business to ensure cloud-based solutions align with organizational goals
Applies Strategic thinking to complex technical challenges, balancing innovation, risk and impact
Develop and maintain documentation, including architecture diagrams, policies/procedures and training materials
Monitor and optimize cloud-based infrastructure performance and cost
Analyzes and resolves technology and end user incidents during standard business hours or on-call rotations; Monitors issue resolutions and collaborates with the engagement teams and engineers when necessary to resolve and apply fixes. identify root cause, document problems, and implement preventive measures

Qualification

Microsoft AzureAWSGoogle CloudInfrastructure as CodePythonPowershellCompliance frameworksMicrosoft 365TeamworkCollaborationCommunicationMentoring

Required

7 years of demonstrated experience in Microsoft Azure, Azure Solutions Architect Expert certification preferred
Strong background knowledge with other cloud computing platforms including Microsoft 365, AWS, Google Cloud
Strategic thinker with hands on delivery mindset
Experience creating and maintaining scripts to manage cloud infrastructure and deployments using languages like Python or Powershell
Familiarity with compliance frameworks (e.g., ISO/IEC 27001/ 27017/ 27018, NIST, FedRamp, GDPR) with the ability to implement cloud solutions that adhere
Proven ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams, including developers, systems engineers, and business stakeholders
Experience mentoring other team members and driving cloud adoption strategies and ideas
Ability to optimize cloud costs, performance, and resource utilization
Proficient in writing Infrastructure as Code (IaC) using tools like Terraform, Azure Resource Manager (ARM) templates, Bicep, or CloudFormation
Deep understanding of IaC best practices, modularization, and version control
Strong knowledge of Microsoft 365 architecture and administration, specifically in using Entra for the administration of privileged access in Cloud Platforms
Demonstrable teamwork skills and resourcefulness
Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field, or equivalent work experience preferred
Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to present complex technical information in a clear and concise manner to a variety of audiences
Strong collaboration skills with a demonstrated ability to work effectively across cross-functional teams, build positive working relationships, and contribute to shared goals. Must be able to communicate clearly, listen actively, and foster a cooperative team environment

Preferred

Azure Solutions Architect Expert certification preferred
BS in Computer Science or related field, or equivalent work experience preferred
Certifications in AWS and GCP are a plus

Benefits

Best-in-class health coverage
Retirement plans with generous company contributions
Free use of our on-site fitness center, gym sports, group exercise classes, and game room
Onsite catering and cafeteria subsidized by OCLC
Health and wellness events
Paid parental leave and adoption assistance
Tuition reimbursement and Public Service Loan Forgiveness eligibility
Company-subsidized pricing on local tickets and memberships

Company

OCLC

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OCLC, a non-profit cooperative of libraries, uses cloud-based infrastructure to connect libraries to manage and share the world’s knowledge.

H1B Sponsorship

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Funding

Current Stage
Late Stage

Leadership Team

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Skip Prichard
President & CEO
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Bill Rozek
Chief Financial Officer & Treasurer
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