OverviewThe Bridge Cloud Developer serves as a key technical expert responsible for architecting, developing, and optimizing cloud service delivery models and solutions across the enterprise. This role is pivotal in advancing the organization's adoption of Platform as a Service (PaaS), Infrastructure as a Service (IaaS), Software as a Service (SaaS), and Data as a Service (DaaS). The Bridge Cloud Developer will drive cloud innovation, efficiency, and secure operations by designing robust architectures, leading solution development, and supporting organizational transformation efforts aligned with best practices in security and compliance. The incumbent leverages deep technical expertise and strategic insight to enable the migration, modernization, and continuous improvement of cloud-based and hybrid environments. This position requires a proven leader capable of collaborating with cross-functional teams, translating business needs into technical solutions, and delivering cloud initiatives that support enterprise goals and long-term IT advancement.
This position aligns with Cayuse’s core values of Innovation, Excellence, Collaboration, Adaptability, and Integrity by fostering technical solutions that meet customer needs, promoting teamwork, and prioritizing quality in deliverables.
Responsibilities
- Develop and implement cloud strategies by providing expert guidance on complex architectures and systems.
- Drive efficiency improvements across multiple work streams, optimizing processes and utilization of cloud resources.
- Develop and implement cost optimization strategies to ensure maximum value from the organization’s cloud landscape.
- Provide strategies for failure/recovery, cost optimization, and benefit analyses for cloud, multi-cloud, and on-premises services.
- Manage policies for cloud service usage and new technology requests to maintain a secure and compliant cloud environment.
- Ensure high availability and optimal uptime for cloud services through effective architectural design.
- Work independently to design and develop new cloud software products or significant enhancements to existing software.
- Debug cloud stacks and effectively manage cloud infrastructure, ensuring performance and reliability.
- Implement and maintain zero-trust architecture within cloud environments to ensure robust security postures.
- Analyze, lead, and execute the development and implementation of cloud applications, including migration of legacy on-premises applications to the cloud.
- Other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Engineering, or a related field (required).
- Minimum of 8 years’ experience in cloud engineering or related technical roles.
- Expert-level understanding of AWS cloud platform and service offerings.
- Demonstrated expertise in DevSecOps practices, CI/CD pipelines, and infrastructure-as-code tools (e.g., Terraform).
- Strong knowledge of containerization technologies such as Docker and Kubernetes; AWS EKS experience preferred.
- Proven experience implementing and managing zero-trust security architectures within cloud environments.
- Proficiency in scripting and automation languages, including Python, PowerShell, or Bash.
- Solid understanding of network security principles and use of cloud-native security tools.
- Demonstrated ability to lead and deliver large-scale cloud migration and optimization projects.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with capability to translate business requirements into effective technical solutions.
- Experience developing and implementing cloud governance policies and security frameworks.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills; able to present complex technical concepts to both technical and non-technical stakeholders, including executive leadership.
- Relevant cloud certifications (e.g., AWS Certified Solutions Architect, AWS Certified DevOps Engineer) are highly desirable.
- Experience with multi-cloud and hybrid cloud architectures is a plus.
- Active Top Secret Security Clearance is required.
- Must be able to pass a background check. May require additional background checks as required by projects and/or clients at any time during employment.
Minimum Skills Required:
- Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to respond effectively to customers with a sense of urgency.
- Proficient in Microsoft and Adobe toolsets, including Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Acrobat, etc.
- Highly motivated with the ability to handle and manage multiple tasks at any one time.
- Ability to forge new relationships, individual and teaming in nature.
- Must be a Self-starter, that can work independently and as part of a team.
Our Commitment to you / overview of benefits
- Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance; Wellness Program
- Flexible Spending Accounts (Healthcare, Dependent Care, Commuter)
- Short-Term and Long-Term Disability options
- Basic Life and AD&D Insurance (Company Provided)
- Voluntary Life and AD&D options
- 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan with matching after one year
- Paid Time Off
Reports to: Program Manager
Working Conditions
- Professional office environment with the ability to work on-site.
- Must be physically and mentally able to perform duties extended periods of time.
- Ability to use a computer and other office productivity tools with sufficient speed to meet the demands of this position.
- Must be able to establish a productive and professional workspace.
- Must be able to sit for long periods of time looking at computer screen.
- May be asked to work a flexible schedule which may include holidays.
- May be asked to travel for business or professional development purposes.
- May be asked to work hours outside of normal business hours.
Other Duties: Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive list of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
Pay RangeUSD $145,000.00 - USD $151,258.00 /Yr.
