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Cloud Platform Engineer

Tampa, FL · Hybrid

$52.75 - $70.50/hr

AFS is seeking a highly skilled and experienced Cloud Platform Engineer to join our team. The ideal ... Possess and maintain relevant DoD 8570/8140 IAT level II Certification * Familiarity with open ...

Senior Cloud & Platform Engineer

Buffalo, NY · On-site

$54 - $72.25/hr

Overview: The Senior Principal Cloud & Platform Engineer is a senior-level individual contributor responsible for defining, standardizing, and evolving core cloud and platform engineering ...

Senior Cloud & Platform Engineer

Buffalo, NY · On-site +1

$54 - $72.25/hr

The Senior Principal Cloud & Platform Engineer is a seniorlevel individual contributor responsible for defining, standardizing, and evolving core cloud and platform engineering capabilities used ...

Cloud Platform Engineer

Mclean, VA · On-site

$56.25 - $75.25/hr

We are seeking a Cloud Platform Engineer to support cloud modernization efforts for DoW customers. This role focuses on building, operating, and improving reusable cloud platform capabilities using ...

Lead Cloud Platform Engineer

$57 - $76.25/hr

The Lead Cloud Platform Engineer ensures cloud infrastructure is secure, reliable, scalable, and aligned with IL5, RMF, and Zero Trust cloud requirements, while enabling efficient, repeatable ...

Cloud Platform Engineer

Mclean, VA · Remote

$56.25 - $75.25/hr

We are seeking a Cloud Platform Engineer to support cloud modernization efforts for DoW customers. This role focuses on building, operating, and improving reusable cloud platform capabilities using ...

Cloud Platform Engineer

Tampa, FL · On-site

$52.75 - $70.50/hr

They are seeking a highly skilled Cloud Platform Engineer to empower development teams by ... II Certification. • An Active TS/SCI is required Preferred : • Familiarity with open-source ...

About the Role The Cloud Platform Engineer is responsible for designing, operating, and continuously improving Sunwest Bank's cloud platforms, with Azure as the primary enterprise cloud and AWS ...

Cloud Platform Engineer

Mclean, VA · On-site

$56.25 - $75.25/hr

We are seeking a Cloud Platform Engineer to support cloud modernization efforts for DoW customers. This role focuses on building, operating, and improving reusable cloud platform capabilities using ...

Cloud Platform Engineer

Charlotte, NC · On-site

$55.75 - $74/hr

Cloud Platform Engineer Location: Charlotte, NC Contract Key Skills: Must-Have Skills (Mandatory): GCP, Azure (multi-cloud preferred) Terraform (strong hands-on IaC) Cloud Networking & Hybrid ...

Cloud Platform Engineer

Tampa, FL · On-site

$52.75 - $70.50/hr

AFS is seeking a highly skilled and experienced Cloud Platform Engineer to join our team. The ideal ... Possess and maintain relevant DoD 8570/8140 IAT level II Certification * Familiarity with open ...

Cloud Platform Engineer

Sandy, UT · On-site

$130K - $150K/yr

About the Role The Cloud Platform Engineer is responsible for designing, operating, and continuously improving Sunwest Bank's cloud platforms, with Azure as the primary enterprise cloud and AWS ...

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How much do cloud platform engineer ii jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 6, 2026, the average hourly pay for cloud platform engineer ii in the United States is $62.89, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $53.61 and $71.63 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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Cloud Platform Engineer II professionals often encounter challenges such as managing complex multi-cloud environments, maintaining system security, and ensuring high availability. Balancing automation with manual oversight and resolving integration issues with legacy systems can also be demanding. Staying current with rapidly evolving cloud technologies and collaborating effectively across development, security, and operations teams are key to overcoming these challenges. Leveraging continuous learning, strong documentation practices, and proactive communication helps engineers navigate and excel in this dynamic role.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a cloud platform engineer ii?

To thrive as a Cloud Platform Engineer II, you need expertise in cloud architectures (AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud), scripting/programming (Python, Bash), and a relevant degree or certification (such as AWS Certified Solutions Architect). Familiarity with Infrastructure as Code tools (Terraform, CloudFormation), CI/CD pipelines, and containerization systems like Docker and Kubernetes is typically required. Strong problem-solving, collaboration, and communication skills help you work effectively across teams and troubleshoot complex systems. These skills ensure robust, scalable, and secure cloud environments that support organizational goals and innovation.

What is a cloud platform engineer ii?

Cloud Platform Engineers II are mid-level professionals who design, build, and maintain cloud computing platforms for organizations. They work with cloud services such as AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud to ensure systems are scalable, secure, and highly available. Their responsibilities often include automating infrastructure deployment, monitoring cloud performance, and troubleshooting technical issues. They also collaborate with software developers and IT teams to optimize cloud environments and implement best practices.
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Job description

About the Role: 

AFS is seeking a highly skilled and experienced Cloud Platform Engineer to join our team. The ideal candidate will have a deep understanding of Cloud Native Applications & DevSecOps (DSOP), including automation, cloud services, container orchestration & software development. This role requires a strong foundation in Linux engineering with skills in containerization technologies, CICD, and experience working in public and private clouds. The candidate will have a proven track record in automating software deployments and implementing solutions to accelerate release cycles. This role's core responsibility revolves around empowering development teams with a robust platform that streamlines processes and enhances collaboration. 

Core Responsibilities: 

  • Implement, maintain, and support build, integration & test, and deployment pipelines, utilizing tools such as Kubernetes, Gitlab, ArgoCD, etc, across hybrid cloud computing environments. 
  • Read and understand various application programming interfaces (APIs) and implement automation as required. 
  • Develop & Improve automation for efficient deployment and management of cloud resources using tools such as Terraform, Ansible. 
  • Integrate security and compliance into the platform by implementing services such as encryption and access management to meet DISA STIGs compliance with security standards and policies across hybrid containerized environments. 
  • Collaborate with development teams to integrate DevOps practices into the software development lifecycle, including continuous integration and continuous deployment (CI/CD) pipelines. 
  • Assist development teams with implementing containerized deployments utilizing tools such as Kustomize, Helm and Docker/Podman. 
  • Account for disaster recovery scenarios, implement & test backup and recovery procedures. 
  • Monitor the environment for performance metrics and alerts, identify bottlenecks and implement effective solutions. 
  • Stay abreast of latest DevSecOps and Cloud Native technologies and work with stakeholders to recommend more efficient solutions. 

Required Skills & Experience: 

  • Bachelor's degree or advanced degree in computer science, information technology, or a related field, or equivalent experience with a minimum of 3 years' direct experience with any of the following: 
    • Experience with Linux/Unix Administration. 
    • Experience with containerization and orchestration technologies, particularly Docker and Kubernetes. 
    • Proficient in one or more computer programming languages commonly used in scripting & automation. Such as, but not limited to Bash, Python, Go, Rust 
    • Demonstrated experience in automating cloud deployments and developing infrastructure as code (IaC). 

Amazing to Have: 

  • Possess and maintain relevant DoD 8570/8140 IAT level II Certification
  • Familiarity with open-source tooling, contributing to open-source tools, ability to find root cause and open useful issues. 
  • Prior experience with service mesh technologies (Istio, Consul, Linkerd) 
  • Background in VMWARE vSphere and Amazon Web Services (AWS) 
  • Proficient in applying DISA STIGs within cloud and containerized environments. 
  • Possess one or more of the following certifications:
  • Certified Kubernetes Administrator (CKA)
  • Certified Kubernetes Application Developer (CKAD)
  • AWS DevOps Professional
  • GIAC Cloud Security Automation
  • HashiCorp Certified Terraform Associate or equivalent experience 

Clearance:

  • An Active TS/SCI is required

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