About this opportunity
Horizontal Talent lists this Cloud AWS Engineer opportunity in richmond, Virginia. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Join a dynamic cloud engineering team helping shape and support an enterprise AWS initiative with a strong focus on infrastructure, automation, and secure environment design. This role offers the opportunity to work hands-on with cloud operations, infrastructure as code, and modern development tools in an Agile environment.
Responsibilities
Support and manage AWS cloud infrastructure for enterprise services and related environments
Design, build, and maintain infrastructure as code using automation and scripting practices
Develop and implement procedures that support reliable, scalable, and secure cloud operations
Collaborate with Agile team members during daily ceremonies and ongoing delivery work
Provide best-practice guidance for configuring AWS environments and cloud-based solutions
Support application development tooling and environment needs within the cloud ecosystem
Contribute to documentation for operational standards, technical processes, and environment support
Participate in an on-call rotation as part of ongoing infrastructure support
Skills
Strong experience supporting AWS operations in production or enterprise environments
Hands-on experience with infrastructure as code and cloud automation tools
Proficiency with Terraform, Go, Python, and GitLab CI/CD
Background working in Linux environments and serverless or Lambda-based architectures
Solid understanding of networking concepts and cloud infrastructure fundamentals
Ability to troubleshoot issues, work independently, and collaborate effectively across teams
Strong documentation, communication, and organizational skills
U.S. citizenship is required for this role
Preferred Skills
Experience supporting cloud security practices and environment hardening
Prior work in an Agile delivery environment
Familiarity with best practices for AWS application development tooling
Experience creating or improving operational procedures and technical standards
Ability to contribute ideas that improve reliability, scalability, and maintainability
Horizontal is committed to building inclusive teams where people of all backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives are valued and respected. We believe diverse voices help drive better ideas, stronger collaboration, and better outcomes for everyone.
By applying for this position, you acknowledge and agree that Horizontal Talent may contact you regarding your application using automated technology, including phone calls, SMS/text messages, or email, which may be delivered by our virtual AI recruiter, Alex.
Please apply through this online posting or by visiting our Job Board at Applications will be accepted for 4 weeks. For those that join the team, we offer competitive compensation and benefits including medical, dental, vision, and retirement. Check out all we have to offer and how you can become part of the Horizontal Talent Team. The pay range for this role is $92 - $132 per hour based on qualifications and experience.
Who can apply
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