Junior Cloud Engineer

Location: This is a remote position.

Residency Requirement: Candidates MUST have lived in the U.S. for at least 3 of the past 5 years and be authorized to work in the U.S. (Citizen, Permanent Resident, or EAD).

Sponsorship: This position does not offer any type of sponsorship. Candidates must already be authorized to work in the U.S. (e.g., Citizen, Permanent Resident, or EAD).

Clearance: Public Trust Clearance (or ability to obtain)

About the Role

ArcheSys, a technology consulting firm that provides innovative solutions to government agencies, is seeking a talented Platform Engineer to join our growing team.

In this fully remote, full-time position, you'll play a pivotal role in delivering exceptional customer service and cutting-edge cloud solutions for public sector customers.

Responsibilities

• Infrastructure Development and Maintenance: Assist in the setup and maintenance of cloud infrastructure using AWS platforms like AWS.
• Automation and Optimization: Contribute to the automation of deployment processes, aiming to reduce manual intervention and improve efficiency.
• Continuous Integration and Deployment: Assist in the maintenance and enhancement of CI/CD pipelines using tools such as Jenkins, GitLab CI, or CircleCI.
• Collaboration and Support: Collaborate with cross-functional teams to support the seamless integration of applications and services.
• Monitoring and Incident Response: Assist in implementing monitoring solutions to ensure system health and to identify issues proactively. Participate in the incident response process, helping to restore services in case of outages and learning to manage system recoveries.
• Documentation and Knowledge Sharing: Document procedures, configurations, and specifications, ensuring that knowledge is effectively shared across the team.
• Professional Development: Continuously learn and keep up to date with emerging technologies and best practices in the cloud and DevOps space.

Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field.
• Certification: Certification in at least one cloud platform such as AWS (e.g., AWS Certified Solutions Architect - Associate). Additional certifications in DevOps or SRE practices (e.g., Docker Certified Associate, Certified Kubernetes Administrator) are highly desirable.
• Experience: 1-3 years of experience in a similar role. Experience in government consulting preferred. Experience in management consulting is preferred, and a client-facing role is a plus.

Skills

• Basic knowledge of cloud platforms such as AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud.
• Familiarity with containerization technologies like Docker and orchestration tools like Kubernetes.
• Experience with scripting languages such as Python, Shell, or PowerShell.
• Basic understanding of CI/CD pipelines and tools like Jenkins, GitLab, or Travis CI.

Personal Attributes

• A keen interest in cloud technologies and a willingness to learn.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to work well in a team.
• A proactive approach to identifying issues and suggesting improvements.

What We Offer at ArcheSys

• Competitive salary and benefits package, including health, dental, and vision insurance; retirement plan; and generous paid time off.
• Opportunity to work with a talented team of professionals on exciting and innovative projects.
• Flexible work arrangements, including remote work options.
• Continuous learning and development opportunities, including access to training resources and professional development programs.
• A collaborative, inclusive work environment that values diversity and encourages growth.