Sr. Cloud Infrastructure and Platform Engineer

Our Company

We’re Hitachi Digital Services, a global digital solutions and transformation business with a bold vision of our world’s potential. We’re people-centric and here to power good. Every day, we future-proof urban spaces, conserve natural resources, protect rainforests, and save lives. This is a world where innovation, technology, and deep expertise come together to take our company and customers from what’s now to what’s next. We make it happen through the power of acceleration.

Imagine the sheer breadth of talent it takes to bring a better tomorrow closer to today. We don’t expect you to ‘fit’ every requirement – your life experience, character, perspective, and passion for achieving great things in the world are equally as important to us.

The team

We are seeking a dynamic Cloud Infrastructure and Platform Engineer with expertise in designing, building, and maintaining scalable cloud infrastructure solutions. This role requires a strong technical foundation in cloud platforms, Infrastructure as Code (IaC), DevOps practices, and proficiency in programming and scripting. The ideal candidate will drive service engineering on Google Cloud Engine (GCE) and contribute to the seamless integration of solutions into SDLC pipelines.

The role

Key Responsibilities:

Infrastructure Design and Development

Identify dependencies and integrations required for implementing scalable and secure solutions.
Engineer and optimize Google Cloud Engine (GCE) services through the development and testing of reusable Terraform modules.
Design, build, and package custom Windows and Linux images, ensuring high quality and consistency.

Programming and Automation

Develop scripts and tools in Python and Java to automate infrastructure management and streamline operations.
Leverage Spring Framework for developing and integrating robust backend services where needed.

Security and Compliance

Address security findings, resolve threat tickets, and implement controls for engineered solutions.
Ensure compliance with industry best practices and standards through thorough documentation, including RFI and RFP processes, for production assurance.

DevOps and Integration

Integrate GCE modules and solutions into SDLC pipelines to enable efficient CI/CD processes.
Use DevOps tools (e.g., Jenkins, GitLab, Azure DevOps) to manage deployment artifacts and version-controlled infrastructure.

Collaboration and Documentation

Collaborate with cross-functional teams to gather and address infrastructure requirements.
Maintain clear and concise technical documentation for all solutions and processes.

What you’ll bring

Required Skills and Qualifications

• Expertise in Google Cloud Platform (GCP), particularly GCE.
• Proficiency in Terraform for Infrastructure as Code (IaC).
• Strong programming skills in Python and Java, with experience in Spring Framework.
• Advanced scripting capabilities for automation and tooling.
• Solid understanding of DevOps practices and tools (e.g., Jenkins, GitLab, Azure DevOps).

Additional Qualifications

• Experience in creating, maintaining, and packaging Windows and Linux images.
• Familiarity with SDLC processes and CI/CD pipeline integration.
• Strong understanding of security frameworks and threat remediation.
• Professional Experience
• 5+ years of experience in cloud infrastructure engineering or a similar role.
• Demonstrated success in automating infrastructure and managing IaC workflows.
• Experience with RFI/RFP processes and creating production-grade documentation.

Preferred Certifications:

Google Professional Cloud Architect or similar GCP certifications.
Certified Kubernetes Administrator (CKA) or related Kubernetes certifications.
Certifications in Terraform or DevOps tools are a plus.

As required by the equal pay and transparency acts, the expected base salary for this position is: $125k-$130k base+ bonus. 

The expected pay is determined based on a variety of factors including, but not limited to, depth of experience in the practice area. Employees are eligible to participate in Hitachi Digital Services bonus/variable/commission pay programs, where applicable, and are subject to the program’s conditions and restrictions.

About us

We’re a global, team of innovators. Together, we harness engineering excellence and passion to co-create meaningful solutions to complex challenges. We turn organizations into data-driven leaders that can make a positi