Cloud Engineer

About The Team

It’s an exciting time in technology, and that buzz is felt throughout PetSmart! We are continuing to grow at a faster pace and we want to continue to provide best-in-class experiences for pets and pet parents. Our Technology team has 6 different departments: Information Security, Service Delivery, Business Enabling Systems, eCommerce & Marketing Technology, Data and Stores, Services & Supply Chain. Whether it’s online or in our stores, the work that the IT team does is instrumental in PetSmart’s success. We have a strategic and actionable plan underway and are looking for associates who are just as excited about it as we are.

About The Job

This role works in our Phoenix Home Office - visa sponsorship is not available for this role. We are looking for a Cloud Engineer with 2–3 years of experience to help design, deploy, and support PetSmart cloud services. You will work closely with cloud architects and senior engineers to support, implement and automate cloud solutions, build reusable infrastructure, optimize performance, and maintain cloud environments. This role offers strong growth potential in a collaborative and innovative environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Build, deploy, and maintain Google Cloud Platform (GCP) infrastructure and managed services using Terraform and Infrastructure as Code (IaC) best practices.
• Operate, support, and troubleshoot containerized workloads running on Google Kubernetes Engine (GKE).
• Monitor system health, performance, and security posture using Cloud Monitoring, Logging, metrics, traces, and alerting.
• Troubleshoot production issues using log correlation, distributed tracing, and performance metrics, contributing to post-incident reviews and detailed post-mortems.
• Support and maintain networking, IAM, and security configurations, following GCP best practices and organizational standards.
• Provide operational support for large-scale, distributed applications, including participation in an on-call rotation.
• Collaborate with application, data, and platform teams to deliver reliable, scalable cloud solutions.
• Contribute to FinOps initiatives, including cloud cost optimization, spend analysis, resource governance, and efficiency improvements.
• Learn, apply, and continuously improve GCP best practices for security, reliability, performance, and cost management.

Required Qualifications

• 2–3 years professional experience with cloud platforms (Google Cloud, Azure).
• Experience with automation and scripting (Bash, Python, PowerShell).
• Familiarity with IaC and CI/CD. (Terraform, Jenkins/Cloudbees, Github Actions).
• Knowledge of containerization (Docker) and basic Kubernetes skills (GKE/CKA).
• Understanding of networking fundamentals (VPC, DNS, load balancing, psc, peerings).
• Strong problem-solving ability and a collaborative mindset.
• Strong understanding of cloud fundamentals such as IAM, RBAC, SaaS, IaaS, PaaS.
• Experience with monitoring tools (Stackdriver/Google Cloud Operations, cloud trace).

Additional Job Considerations

• This role requires collaboration, teamwork, and face-to-face interaction with colleagues, leaders, and/or clients.
• Being in the office ensures access to leaders, cross-functional partners, and resources necessary to make timely decisions and drive results.
• On-site presence in accordance with our FlexSmart policy supports our culture of innovation, mentorship, and engagement, which is integral to our success in developing the best team.

About The Culture

At PetSmart, Anything for Pets begins with our people. Every associate plays a vital role in creating meaningful experiences for pets and their families, and we empower our teams with the tools, resources, and opportunities to grow and succeed. We’re more than a workplace, we’re Team PetSmart. Together, we grow, collaborate, and challenge ourselves to be the best in all we do. Our culture is built on belonging and shared purpose, where every voice and experience matters. Guided by our values, we strive to do what’s right, lead responsibly, and bring our passion for pets to life every day.

About The Location

Collaborative Work Environment: At PetSmart, teamwork and connection are core to how we thrive. This role is based at our Phoenix Home Office, with an expectation of working a minimum of four days in the office each week. In a standard work week, associates may work up to one remote “flex day” (with leader approval). Our hybrid approach is designed to foster strong collaboration while also supporting flexibility and individual success.

Pay & Schedule

The pay for this role is competitive and commensurate with experience. The schedule is flexible and can vary based on the needs of the team and the individual's preferences.

Benefits

We offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes:

• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) retirement savings plan
• Flexible spending accounts
• Employee assistance program
• Comprehensive training and development programs
• Generous paid time off

Skills

To be successful in this role, you should have:

• Experience with Google Cloud Platform (GCP)
• Proficiency in Terraform and Infrastructure as Code (IaC)
• Knowledge of containerization and Kubernetes
• Understanding of networking fundamentals
• Strong problem-solving and collaboration skills
• Experience with monitoring tools

Qualifications

To qualify for this role, you should have:

• 2–3 years professional experience with cloud platforms (Google Cloud, Azure)
• Experience with automation and scripting (Bash, Python, PowerShell)
• Familiarity with IaC and CI/CD (Terraform, Jenkins/Cloudbees, Github Actions)
• Knowledge of containerization (Docker) and basic Kubernetes skills (GKE/CKA)
• Understanding of networking fundamentals (VPC, DNS, load balancing, psc, peerings)
• Strong problem-solving ability and a collaborative mindset
• Strong understanding of cloud fundamentals such as IAM, RBAC, SaaS, IaaS, PaaS
• Experience with monitoring tools (Stackdriver/Google Cloud Operations, cloud trace)