Sr Cloud Engineer

About the role

We are seeking a high-performing Sr Cloud Engineer to design, deploy, and maintain cloud infrastructure and services. This role supports cloud operations across platforms, ensures system reliability and security, and drives automation and optimization efforts to support business needs.

Responsibilities

• Implements cloud infrastructure solutions using Infrastructure as Code (IaC) tools (e.g., Terraform, Bicep, ARM templates) integrated with GitHub workflows.
• Provides architectural oversight, ensuring alignment with organizational goals and industry standards.
• Reviews and approves architectural designs and implementations for application solutions focusing on operational efficiency, security, and compliance.
• Implements governance frameworks and best practices for architecture and design processes.
• Collaborates with cross-functional teams to assess architectural designs and provide recommendations for improvements.
• Develops and maintains documentation related to architectural standards, guidelines, and governance processes.
• Continuous improvement and implementation of GitHub environments.
• Collaborates with DevOps teams to integrate infrastructure with CI/CD pipelines and agile development practices.
• Supports cloud architecture reviews and provides guidance on best practices for cloud adoption and optimization.
• Works closely with international teams across time zones, ensuring effective communication and collaboration.
• Monitors, troubleshoots, and optimizes cloud infrastructure for performance, cost, and security.
• Stays current with emerging cloud technologies and recommends improvements to existing systems.
• Collaborates with cloud architects and engineers to drive continuous improvement in cloud architecture, automation, and management.
• Performs high-quality analysis reliably and consistently.
• Finds ways to assess and apply innovative ideas to enhance business results.
• Successfully leads after-action reviews to identify, document, and share lessons learned.
• Collaborates cross-functionally to evaluate technical, system, and process improvements.
• Performs other duties as needed.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field or equivalent education and/or experience.
• 4-6 years of relevant experience or equivalent education and/or experience.
• Proven experience with Microsoft Azure (IaaS, PaaS, networking, security, monitoring) preferred.
• Strong proficiency in Infrastructure as Code (IaC) using GitHub and tools like Terraform or Bicep preferred.
• Strong proficiency in cloud networking (VNETs, VPNs, ExpressRoute, firewalls, DNS, load balancers) preferred.
• Working knowledge of DevOps principles and agile methodologies preferred.

Skills

• In-depth conceptual and practical knowledge in own job discipline.
• Excellent communication, problem-solving, and organizational skills.
• Able to multitask, prioritize, and manage time effectively.
• High level of integrity and discretion in handling sensitive and confidential data.
• Proficient using Microsoft Suite of products.
• Flexible attitude, adaptable to change, team player, and able to handle multiple projects at once.
• High degree of professionalism, judgment, maturity, and resourcefulness in the absence of formalized guidelines and procedures.
• Excellent communication skills and ability to work effectively with international teams.
• Strong problem-solving skills and a proactive mindset.

About the company

Mohawk Industries is a leading global flooring manufacturer that creates products to enhance residential and commercial spaces around the world. Mohawk’s vertically integrated manufacturing and distribution processes provide competitive advantages in the production of carpet, rugs, ceramic tile, laminate, wood, stone, and vinyl flooring. Our industry-leading innovation has yielded products and technologies that differentiate our brands in the marketplace and satisfy all remodeling and new construction requirements. Our brands are among the most recognized in the industry and include American Olean, Daltile, Durkan, IVC, Karastan, Marazzi, Mohawk, Mohawk Home, Pergo, and Quick-Step. During the past decade, Mohawk has transformed its business from an American carpet manufacturer into the world’s largest flooring company with operations in Australia, Brazil, Canada, Europe, India, Malaysia, Mexico, New Zealand, Russia, and the United States.