Job Description
InnovateTech Solutions seeks an urgent contract Senior Cloud Engineer to join our dynamic team in Houston. This high-impact role requires immediate availability to support critical infrastructure modernization projects. You'll architect scalable cloud solutions while mentoring junior engineers and collaborating with cross-functional teams. This is a 6-month contract with potential extension, offering competitive compensation and flexible remote options.
Responsibilities
- Design and implement AWS/GCP infrastructure solutions for enterprise clients
- Lead Kubernetes deployments and CI/CD pipeline optimizations
- Conduct security assessments and compliance audits
- Mentor junior engineers on cloud best practices
- Collaborate with DevOps teams on automation strategies
- Document architecture decisions and technical specifications
Qualifications
- 5+ years of cloud engineering experience with AWS/GCP
- Expertise in Kubernetes, Terraform, and infrastructure-as-code
- Certifications (AWS/GCP/Solutions Architect) required
- Strong Python/Go scripting skills for automation
- Experience with CI/CD tools (Jenkins, GitLab CI)
- Ability to start within 5-7 days of offer