Cloud Engineer

Job order - J - Permanent Full Time

Title: Cloud Engineer

Category: Software Development/ Engineering

City: Lafayette, Louisiana, United States

Job Description

Cloud Engineer

Position Description

The Cloud Engineer is an engineer responsible for designing, implementing, and supporting cloud solutions across one or more major cloud service providers, including AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud Platform. This role applies knowledge of infrastructure as code, container orchestration, cloud networking, and CI/CD practices to deliver secure, scalable, and reliable cloud environments. The Cloud Engineer supports cloud architecture implementation, performance optimization, cost management, and compliance with security and operational standards.

This position is located in our Lafayette, Louisiana office; however, a hybrid working model is acceptable.

Your future duties and responsibilities

• Design, implement, and maintain cloud infrastructure and services across approved cloud environments
• Develop and manage infrastructure as code templates, automation scripts, and deployment workflows
• Support container orchestration platforms and CI/CD pipelines within cloud environments
• Configure and maintain cloud networking, identity, and access controls
• Ensure compliance with cloud security, governance, and operational requirements
• Monitor cloud performance, availability, and cost utilization, and recommend improvements
• Troubleshoot and resolve cloud infrastructure and integration issues
• Collaborate with application, platform, security, and operations teams to support cloud solution delivery

Required qualifications to be successful in this role

• Bachelor's degree in a related field, or equivalent relevant experience if permitted by contract
• Experience in cloud engineering, systems engineering, infrastructure engineering, or a related technical field
• Experience with AWS, Azure, Google Cloud Platform, or comparable cloud environments
• Proficiency with infrastructure as code, cloud networking, and automation concepts
• Familiarity with container orchestration, CI/CD pipelines, and cloud security controls
• Strong troubleshooting, collaboration, and communication skills

CGI is required by law in some jurisdictions to include a reasonable estimate of the compensation range for this role. The determination of this range includes various factors not limited to skill set, level, experience, relevant training, and licensure and certifications. To support the ability to reward for merit based performance, CGI typically does not hire individuals at or near the top of the range for their role. Compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each case. A reasonable estimate of the current range for this role in the U.S. is $71,700.00 $156,700.00.

CGI Federal's benefits are offered to eligible professionals on their first day of employment to include: Competitive compensation, Comprehensive insurance options, Matching contributions through the 401(k) plan and the share purchase plan, Paid time off for vacation, holidays, and sick time, Paid parental leave, Learning opportunities and tuition assistance, Wellness and Well being programs.

Together, as owners, let’s turn meaningful insights into action.

Life at CGI is rooted in ownership, teamwork, respect and belonging. Here, you’ll reach your full potential because… You are invited to be an owner from day 1 as we work together to bring our Dream to life. That’s why we call ourselves CGI Partners rather than employees. We benefit from our collective success and actively shape our company’s strategy and direction. Your work creates value. You’ll develop innovative solutions and build relationships with teammates and clients while accessing global capabilities to scale your ideas, embrace new opportunities, and benefit from expansive industry and technology expertise. You’ll shape your career by joining a company built to grow and last. You’ll be supported by leaders who care about your health and well-being and provide you with opportunities to deepen your skills and broaden your horizons. Come join our team—one of the largest IT and business consulting services firms in the world.

Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their race, ethnicity, ancestry, color, sex, religion, creed, age, national origin, citizenship status, disability, pregnancy, medical condition, military and veteran status, marital status, sexual orientation or perceived sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, and gender expression, familial status or responsibilities, reproductive health decisions, political affiliation, genetic information, height, weight, or any other legally protected status or characteristics to the extent required by applicable federal, state, and/or local laws where we do business.

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