Consumers Energy · 11 hours ago
Assoc Cloud Engineer
Jackson, MI
Full-time
Hybrid
Entry Level
2+ years expConsumers Energy is Michigan’s largest energy provider, committed to delivering reliable, clean, and affordable energy to customers. The Associate Cloud Engineer is responsible for supporting the design, deployment, and maintenance of cloud infrastructure across CMS Energy’s cloud platforms and on-premises environments, emphasizing hands-on learning and collaborative delivery of cloud infrastructure tasks.
Utilities
No H1B
Responsibilities
Assist in provisioning cloud infrastructure resources (e.g., VMs, storage, networking components) using Infrastructure as Code tools such as Terraform or Bicep
Support the configuration and monitoring of cloud environments, responding to alerts or issues under supervision
Contribute to basic CI/CD pipelines and deployment scripts in collaboration with DevOps engineers
Participate in patch management, system backups, and basic maintenance tasks on Linux- and Windows-based systems
Document system configurations, procedures, and known issues to improve operational knowledge sharing
Perform basic troubleshooting of cloud environments, escalating issues as needed
Learn and follow team best practices for code quality, automation, security, and change control
Participate in team sprints and planning activities to understand the priorities and workflows of the Cloud Engineering team
Seek mentorship, training, and feedback to accelerate technical and professional development
Other duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
Basic understanding of cloud services and concepts, particularly Azure, with familiarity with AWS/GCP as a plus
Foundational knowledge of Linux/Windows operating systems and basic networking (e.g., DNS, firewalls, subnets)
Exposure to Infrastructure as Code (IaC) tools such as Terraform, Bicep, or ARM templates
Introductory scripting skills (PowerShell, Python, or Bash preferred)
Familiarity with CI/CD concepts and tools such as Azure DevOps, GitHub Actions, or Jenkins (exposure only; guided usage expected)
Strong communication skills, curiosity, and a willingness to ask questions and learn from others
Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field
(OR) Associate's degree with two (2) or more years of relevant experience, including internships, co-op programs, or technical coursework/projects related to cloud or systems engineering
(OR) High School Diploma/GED with four (4) or more years of relevant experience, including internships, co-op programs, or technical coursework/projects related to cloud or systems engineering
Benefits
Medical, Dental and Vision
401k with company match
Paid parental leave
Up to 13 paid Holidays
Paid time off
Educational Assistance Program
Company
Consumers Energy
We are Consumers Energy, Michigan’s energy provider and the career destination for driven professionals serious about service.
Founded in 1886Jackson, Mississippi, USA
5001-10000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Garrick Rochow
President & CEO – CMS & Consumers Energy
Jennifer Kennedy
CEO Communications and Strategic Events
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