Cloud Engineer

Job Description:

Technical Skills Extensive knowledge of cloud computing technologies and current trends.

Proficiency in cloud platforms such as Amazon Web Services (AWS), Microsoft Azure, and Google Cloud Platform.

Understanding of application architecture, orchestration, virtualization, and security protocols.

Familiarity with programming languages like Python, Java, and C#.

Experience with infrastructure as code (IaC) and automation technologies.

Knowledge of networking concepts, including DNS, TCP/IP, and HTTP.

Expertise in big data architecture, cost management, and disaster recovery planning.

Familiarity with cloud security best practices, including encryption, access controls, and identity management.

Understanding of cloud governance and compliance requirements.

Having hands-on experience on Cloud governance which includes Data privacy, Risk management, Security and compliance management, Data quality, Data lifecycle management and ownership

Continuous integration and delivery (CI/CD): Writing scripts to automatically integrate new code and features into the deployment environment

Automation: Using automation to make software development more consistent, reliable, and efficient

Infrastructure as Code (IaC): Using scripts to automatically configure the deployment environment

Configuration management: Using tools to automate the provisioning and configuration of infrastructure and servers

DevOps engineers use tools like Ansible, Puppet, Chef, Docker, and Kubernetes to perform their duties.

Design and implement cloud security architecture, including Identity and Access Management (IAM)

Monitor for security risks, vulnerabilities, and controls

Analyze, log, and respond to incidents in the cloud environment

Conduct threat simulations and penetration tests to identify potential threats

Manage cryptography and encryption for cloud-based data

Ensure that policies and processes are in place to protect business data

Certifications such as Certified Cloud Security Professional (CCSP), Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP), or Certified Cloud Architect (CCA) are preferred.   At Nextpower, we are driving the global energy transition with an integrated clean energy technology platform that combines intelligent structural, electrical, and digital solutions for utility-scale power plants. Our comprehensive portfolio enables faster project delivery, higher performance, and greater reliability, helping our customers capture the full value of solar power. Our talented worldwide teams are redefining how solar power plants are designed, built, and operated every day with smart technology, data-driven insights, and advanced automation. Together, we’re building the foundation for the world’s next generation of clean energy infrastructure.

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