Principal Cloud Engineer

Company Overview

Iridium is an award-winning and innovative satellite communications company with bragging rights to the only network that offers voice and data connectivity anywhere in the world. For over 20 years, Iridium's unique network and services have supported critical communications needs for individuals, businesses, and the evolving Internet of Things.

At Iridium, we understand the importance of staying connected and the limitations of traditional communications networks. People across the globe, including first responders, humanitarians, global militaries, scientific researchers, and lone workers, as well as ships, aircraft and remote operations all rely on Iridium to stay connected. We take our responsibility for providing these essential communications very seriously and pride ourselves on offering a reliable lifeline when needed. Likewise, Iridium is committed to providing an exciting and innovative workplace, where employees are challenged to think outside the box and collaborate on new, bold ideas and solutions. Our talented teams are passionate about their work and the impact our company makes around the world. Iridium fosters an empowering and inclusive culture that allows employees to genuinely be their best selves. We are looking for others who want to join this truly unique company that celebrates our employees and provides the opportunity to truly make a difference in the world.

What We're Looking For:

If you are a science and space enthusiast who is excited about working on cutting-edge technology and with a talented team of professionals, then you will be excited about the Principal Cloud Engineer position with Iridium for a Space Development Agency (SDA) project. As a Principal Cloud Engineer, you'll be responsible for managing and executing complex cloud infrastructure projects, including collaborating with cross-functional teams to design, implement, and maintain scalable and secure systems using Amazon Web Services (AWS). In this role, you will focus primarily on leading the development of cloud solutions, optimizing system performance, ensuring security compliance, and driving automation to support mission-critical operations. You will thrive in this role if you have a deep understanding of cloud architecture and design, strong leadership and problem-solving skills, and a passion for advancing cutting-edge technology in the space industry.

This position requires an active/current Top Secret Security Clearance or the ability to obtain a Top Secret Security Clearance (A U.S. Security Clearance that has been active in the past 24 months is considered active).

What You'll Do:

• Design and deploy applications utilizing the AWS stack to build scalable, secure, and robust cloud solutions
• Play a key role in creating and implementing automation processes and standards for AWS cloud service
• Be responsible for ensuring all infrastructure components meet proper performance and security standards
• Work independently to conduct systems tests for security, performance, and availability
• Develop and maintain design and troubleshooting documentation

What You'll Need to Succeed:

• Bachelor's degree in Information Technology or a combination of equivalent education and work experience/certifications
• 10+ years of relevant experience in IT systems and infrastructure with at least 5 years of experience supporting Cloud on AWS
• Solid understanding of networking concepts, cloud security, observability, container services on AWS
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to convey products, deliverables, analyses, and/or issues clearly and confidently, and recognize and adapt to different communication techniques
• Can easily build meaningful relationships with others, including senior leadership outside of your own department, and is comfortable providing constructive feedback to your team members and management
• Be able to analyze a situation or problem, generate effective solutions, and see those solutions through to completion
• Must possess the creativity and resourcefulness needed to make reliable decisions and determine methods on new assignments
• Can thrive in a dynamic environment by handling multiple tasks and managing shifting priorities
• Be proactive in sharing knowledge you've learned with others

Things That Would be Great if You Brought to the Table:

• AWS Cloud Certification
• Direct experience with Government customers in a classified environment

We'll also need you to:

• Be able to support 24/7 on-call on an as-needed basis
• Be able to travel up to 10%
• Be a

Work Environment:

This position primarily works in an office setting and is largely sedentary with the majority of the position working with a computer. The role typically requires the use of basic office equipment such as a phone, video, computer, keyboard, mouse, and printer.

Iridium is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including individuals with disabilities and protected veterans.