Senior Cloud Engineer

Job Title: Senior Cloud Engineer

Job Category: Engineering

Time Type: Full time

Minimum Clearance Required to Start: Secret

Employee Type: Regular

Percentage of Travel Required: Up to 10%

Type of Travel: Continental US

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Job Summary: CACI is seeking a highly skilled Senior Cloud Engineer to lead our cloud initiatives and drive innovation in our cloud-based solutions. This role requires an experienced professional with a proven track record in architecting, implementing, and optimizing complex cloud systems across multiple platforms.

Required Qualifications:

• Active Secret Clearance

• Master's degree in Computer Science, Cloud Computing, or a related field (Ph.D. preferred)

• 12+ years of progressive experience in cloud engineering, with a proven track record of leading enterprise-scale cloud initiatives

• Recognized thought leader in cloud computing with contributions to industry practices or academic research

• Expert-level proficiency across multiple cloud platforms (e.g., AWS, Azure, Google Cloud, IBM Cloud)

• Comprehensive mastery of cloud architecture, design patterns, and emerging cloud technologies

• Extensive experience in cloud security, compliance, and governance at a global scale

• Proven ability to lead and mentor high-performance cloud engineering teams

• Outstanding communication skills, capable of influencing C-level executives and technical teams alike

Key Responsibilities:

• Serve as the ultimate authority on cloud engineering practices, overseeing and optimizing all aspects of cloud strategy and implementation.

• Lead cutting-edge research initiatives to identify and evaluate emerging cloud technologies and their potential impact on the organization.

• Architect and design innovative, scalable cloud-based systems that address complex business challenges and set new industry standards.

• Develop and implement advanced testing methodologies for cloud systems, ensuring unparalleled performance, security, and reliability.

• Conduct high-level evaluations of cloud infrastructures, providing strategic insights for optimization, cost-efficiency, and technological advancement.

• Apply advanced principles and techniques of computer science, engineering, and mathematical analysis to solve complex cloud-related problems and drive technological breakthroughs.

• Collaborate with executive leadership to shape the organization's long-term cloud strategy and align it with business objectives.

• Establish best practices, standards, and guidelines for cloud engineering across the organization.

Desired Skills:

• Contributions to cloud computing standards or patents

• Experience with quantum computing integration in cloud environments

• Expertise in AI/ML at scale in cloud platforms

• Knowledge of edge computing and IoT integration with cloud systems

• Experience with blockchain technologies and their cloud implementations

• Track record of successful large-scale cloud migrations and transformations

CACI offers a highly competitive compensation package, comprehensive benefits, and significant opportunities for professional growth and leadership in the rapidly evolving field of cloud computing. We are an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace.

 

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What You Can Expect:

 A culture of integrity.

At CACI, we place character and innovation at the center of everything we do. As a valued team member, you’ll be part of a high-performing group dedicated to our customer’s missions and driven by a higher purpose – to ensure the safety of our nation.

An environment of trust.

CACI values the unique contributions that every employee brings to our company and our customers - every day. You’ll have the autonomy to take the time you need through a unique flexible time off benefit and have access to robust learning resources to make your ambitions a reality.

A focus on continuous growth.

Together, we will advance our nation's most critical missions, build on our lengthy track record of business success, and find opportunities to break new ground — in your career and in our legacy.

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