Advanced Cloud Engineer

ABOUT THIS POSITION

Cloud Engineers are responsible for designing, implementing, and maintaining our cloud infrastructure to support various applications and services. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in cloud platforms, infrastructure as code, and a keen understanding of cloud security practices. This role requires a proactive individual with excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment.

WHAT YOU'LL DO

• Cloud Infrastructure Design & Management: Design, deploy, and manage scalable and secure cloud infrastructure solutions using platforms such as AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud. 

• Automation & Scripting: Develop and maintain automation scripts and infrastructure as code using tools such as Terraform, CloudFormation, or Ansible. 

• Monitoring & Optimization: Monitor cloud resources, analyze performance metrics, and optimize costs and performance for cloud environments. 

• Security & Compliance: Implement and enforce cloud security best practices, including data encryption, access controls, and compliance with industry regulations. 

• Troubleshooting & Support: Provide troubleshooting support for cloud-related issues and work to resolve them promptly. Collaborate with development teams to diagnose and resolve application-related issues. 

• Documentation & Reporting: Create and maintain comprehensive documentation for cloud infrastructure, processes, and procedures. Provide regular reports on cloud performance, usage, and costs. 

• Collaboration: Work closely with cross-functional teams, including DevOps, Application Development, and Technology Operations, to ensure smooth integration and deployment of cloud solutions. 

• Continuous Improvement: Stay updated with the latest cloud technologies and industry trends. Evaluate and recommend new tools and services to enhance cloud operations. 

WHAT YOU'LL NEED

• Experience: 2-4 years of experience in cloud engineering or a related role, with hands-on experience in designing, deploying, and managing cloud environments. 
   

  Technical Skills: 
   

  • Cloud Platforms: Proficient with one or more major cloud platforms (e.g., AWS, Azure, Google Cloud). Experience with core services such as computing, storage, and networking. 

  • Infrastructure as Code: Experience with infrastructure as code (IaC) tools such as Terraform, CloudFormation, or similar. 

  • Scripting Languages: Proficiency in scripting languages such as Python, Bash, or PowerShell for automation tasks. 

  • Monitoring & Optimization: Familiarity with cloud monitoring tools and performance optimization techniques. 

  • Cloud Security: Understanding of basic cloud security practices and principles, including identity and access management (IAM), data encryption, and network security. 

  • Certifications: Cloud certifications (e.g., AWS Certified Solutions Architect – Associate, Microsoft Certified: Azure Administrator Associate, Google Associate Cloud Engineer) are desirable. 

ABOUT WAYSTAR

Through a smart platform and better experience, Waystar helps providers simplify healthcare payments and yield powerful results throughout the complete revenue cycle.

Waystar’s healthcare payments platform combines innovative, cloud-based technology, robust data, and unparalleled client support to streamline workflows and improve financials so providers can focus on what matters most: their patients and communities. Waystar is trusted by 1M+ providers, 1K+ hospitals and health systems, and is connected to over 5K commercial and Medicaid/Medicare payers.  We are deeply committed to living out our organizational values: honesty; kindness; passion; curiosity; fanatical focus; best work, always; makin