Cloud Software Engineer III - AEE1JP00002457

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Remote
On Site
USD43 - USD55
Contract - W2

Skills

Cloud Software Engineer III - AEE1JP00002457

Job Details

job summary:

Description:



Analyzes, designs, codes, tests, configures and modifies software projects and/or products or enhancements specializing in services utilizing public cloud providers.



Ensures that system improvements are successfully implemented and monitored to guarantee availability and increase efficiency.



Responsible for automating operations, managing and supporting cloud infrastructure, coding and scripting, Ameren CI/CD (Continuous Integration/Continuous Delivery) tool chain as well as advising, communicating and collaborating with our Digital product teams.



This position will have extensive cloud platform experience (preferably with Amazon Web Services)



Experience with data engineering and analytics teams preferred.



Experience with Databricks preferred.



Key responsibilities include:



Works across multiple areas and integrates knowledge of multiple areas into a single system - expertise and proficiency in public/cloud environments such as Windows and Linux operating systems, Configuration Management technologies (Puppet, Chef, Ansible, Cloud Provider), Container technologies (Kubernetes, Docker), Scripting Languages (Python, Node, PowerShell), Infrastructure As Code Development (Terraform, Cloud Formation, Packer)



Adds enhancements to new/future software releases with an emphasis on scalability and resiliency.



Demonstrates strong knowledge of on-premise solutions and cloud-based solutions; executes on cloud-based configuration plans for new systems/technologies



Assists in performing root cause analysis and interprets the results; provides input into action plan (e.g., provides input into prioritization of offensive/customer-facing issues and defensive/internally focused backlogs)



Independently handles/solves software/systems monitoring issues



May assist in development of requirements with business analysts and architects; provides recommendations to enhance design to prevent recurrence of defects



Provides input on client/customer requirements; may develop implementation plans utilizing cloud-based solutions



Demonstrates strong working knowledge and understanding of Ameren's business to provide quality technical feedback



Reviews the Digital organization's technology enablement and integration plans; demonstrates technical expertise within own technology through determining best course of action for own projects - Provides leadership and direction regarding CI/CD and Cloud technologies



Demonstrates strong working knowledge of agile software development processes and the development lifecycle; liaises with scrum masters and coaches to move project forward



Contributes to the development and execution of implementation plans as they relate to API-led solutions; identifies and documents implementation risks of such solutions



Utilizes relevant technologies in order to design, develop, document, and support moderate to complex integration solutions applying design patterns, reference architectures, and best practices



Collaborates with various stakeholders to test new and modified application solutions utilizing test-driven development when possible; understands methods and technologies for load and performance testing of APIs



Works closely with technical and enterprise architects to gather perspective on emerging and/or existing technologies related to API development and management; contributes to referential documentation related to API development standards and best practices



May be required to work off-hours for project needs, support/upgrade/outage reasons, and systems implementations



Qualifications



Bachelor's degree required, preferably in engineering, mathematics, computer science or business



5+ years of relevant experience in common tools/providers such as (AWS, MS Azure, Terraform, Puppet, Chef, Ansible, Splunk, Docker, etc.)



ASW Certification preferred.



In addition to the above qualifications, the successful candidate will demonstrate:



General Competencies -



- Basic understanding of cyber security, networking and storage concepts



- Exceptional customer service skills



- Software development lifecycle understanding



- Self-directed learner who keeps skills up to date with the latest technologies, including pursuit of relevant certifications





location: Saint Louis, Missouri

job type: Contract

salary: $42.89 - 54.67 per hour

work hours: 8am to 5pm

education: Bachelors



responsibilities:

Key responsibilities include:



Works across multiple areas and integrates knowledge of multiple areas into a single system - expertise and proficiency in public/cloud environments such as Windows and Linux operating systems, Configuration Management technologies (Puppet, Chef, Ansible, Cloud Provider), Container technologies (Kubernetes, Docker), Scripting Languages (Python, Node, PowerShell), Infrastructure As Code Development (Terraform, Cloud Formation, Packer)



Adds enhancements to new/future software releases with an emphasis on scalability and resiliency.



Demonstrates strong knowledge of on-premise solutions and cloud-based solutions; executes on cloud-based configuration plans for new systems/technologies



Assists in performing root cause analysis and interprets the results; provides input into action plan (e.g., provides input into prioritization of offensive/customer-facing issues and defensive/internally focused backlogs)



Independently handles/solves software/systems monitoring issues



May assist in development of requirements with business analysts and architects; provides recommendations to enhance design to prevent recurrence of defects



Provides input on client/customer requirements; may develop implementation plans utilizing cloud-based solutions



Demonstrates strong working knowledge and understanding of Ameren's business to provide quality technical feedback



Reviews the Digital organization's technology enablement and integration plans; demonstrates technical expertise within own technology through determining best course of action for own projects - Provides leadership and direction regarding CI/CD and Cloud technologies



Demonstrates strong working knowledge of agile software development processes and the development lifecycle; liaises with scrum masters and coaches to move project forward



Contributes to the development and execution of implementation plans as they relate to API-led solutions; identifies and documents implementation risks of such solutions



Utilizes relevant technologies in order to design, develop, document, and support moderate to complex integration solutions applying design patterns, reference architectures, and best practices



Collaborates with various stakeholders to test new and modified application solutions utilizing test-driven development when possible; understands methods and technologies for load and performance testing of APIs



Works closely with technical and enterprise architects to gather perspective on emerging and/or existing technologies related to API development and management; contributes to referential documentation related to API development standards and best practices



May be required to work off-hours for project needs, support/upgrade/outage reasons, and systems implementations





qualifications:

Qualifications



Bachelor's degree required, preferably in engineering, mathematics, computer science or business



5+ years of relevant experience in common tools/providers such as (AWS, MS Azure, Terraform, Puppet, Chef, Ansible, Splunk, Docker, etc.)



ASW Certification preferred.



In addition to the above qualifications, the successful candidate will demonstrate:



General Competencies -



- Basic understanding of cyber security, networking and storage concepts



- Exceptional customer service skills



- Software development lifecycle understanding



- Self-directed learner who keeps skills up to date with the latest technologies, including pursuit of relevant certifications





skills: Qualifications





Bachelor's degree required, preferably in engineering, mathematics, computer science or business



5+ years of relevant experience in common tools/providers such as (AWS, MS Azure, Terraform, Puppet, Chef, Ansible, Splunk, Docker, etc.)



ASW Certification preferred.



In addition to the above qualifications, the successful candidate will demonstrate:



General Competencies -



- Basic understanding of cyber security, networking and storage concepts


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