Overview
On Site
USD 147,000.00 per year
Full Time
Skills
Telephone Exchange
Recruiting
Provisioning
Terraform
Software Asset Management
Workflow
Continuous Integration and Development
GitHub
Management
Cloud Security
IaaS
Operational Excellence
Training
Quality Assurance
Regression Testing
Process Improvement
Scalability
Emerging Technologies
Research
POC
Mentorship
React.js
TypeScript
Amazon Lambda
Amazon DynamoDB
API
Computer Networking
DevOps
Continuous Integration
Continuous Delivery
Version Control
Git
Scripting
Python
Node.js
Communication
Collaboration
Software Engineering
Cloud Computing
FOCUS
Amazon Web Services
Job Details
Title: Cloud Engineer II
State Role Title: 39113
Hiring Range: Up to $147,000
Pay Band: 6
Agency: Dept Behavioral Health/Develop
Location:Central Office
Agency Website:;br>
Recruitment Type: State Employee Only - E
Job Duties
The Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Services (DBHDS) Developmental Services' Office of Information Services and Technology (IS&T) is seeking an experienced IT professional to serve as a Cloud Solutions Engineer with advanced expertise in translating business requirements into complete and fully tested workflows. The ideal candidate will design, implement, and maintain scalable technology assets leveraging AWS cloud technologies using our approved tool stack.
The role involves hands-on solution engineering specifically for the AWS cloud platform, designing APIs, automating cloud infrastructure provisioning, implementing security best practices, and applying DevOps methodologies to streamline development and deployment processes.
Additional responsibilities include:
Designing, developing, and maintaining full stack cloud-native solutions on AWS leveraging React, TypeScript and Node.js to build responsive and user-friendly front-end applications.
Building and managing APIs using AWS API Gateway.
Implementing and maintaining serverless architectures and event-driven systems utilizing AWS Lambdas and AWS DynamoDB.
Automating infrastructure provisioning using Infrastructure-as-Code tools (e.g., Terraform, AWS CloudFormation, AWS SAM Templates).
Developing scripts and automation workflows using languages like Python.
Creating and optimizing Continuous Integration/Continuous Deployment (CI/CD) pipelines using AWS CodeBuild, AWS CodeDeploy, AWS CodePipeline, and GitHub Actions.
Managing cloud networking (AWS VPCs, Subnets, Security Groups, NACLs) and adopting cloud security best practices (IAM Roles, IAM Policies) implementing principle of least privilege.
Monitoring cloud infrastructure leveraging AWS CloudWatch and AWS CloudTrail for dashboarding, alerting, and logging to ensure operational excellence.
Collaborating with product owners and stakeholders to translate business requirements into fully implemented cloud-based solutions.
Providing training to end-users to enhance solution literacy and optimize tool usage within cloud ecosystems.
Ensuring adherence to security policies and quality assurance best practices, including automating functional and regression testing.
Identifying opportunities for process improvement, efficiency, and scalability of cloud solutions.
Staying on top of emerging technologies, conduct research, and lead proof of concept (PoC) initiatives.
Mentoring other engineers and participate in internal and external tech communities.
Minimum Qualifications
Expertise specifically in the AWS Cloud Platform, with experience building cloud-native services leveraging front-end technologies (eg, React, TypeScript, Node.js), and serverless backends (eg, AWS Lambda, DynamoDB).
Expertise in API development, cloud networking, and DevOps practices.
Experience with CI/CD pipelines, version control (e.g., Git), and cloud monitoring systems.
Proficiency in scripting languages (e.g., Python, Node.js).
Excellent communication skills and the ability to collaborate effectively across diverse teams.
Understanding of Software Engineering lifecycle methodologies.
A passion for continuous learning and staying up to date with evolving new technology trends.
Additional Considerations
Experience in both cloud and hybrid infrastructure, with a focus on delivering scalable, resilient, and secure solutions.
AWS certifications (AWS Certified Solutions Architect/Developer, or the Professional-level certs).
Familiarity with VITA standards and processes.
Special Instructions
You will be provided a confirmation of receipt when your application and/or rsum is submitted successfully. Please refer to "Your Application" in your account to check the status of your application for this position.
This position is eligible for telework opportunities; availability, hours, and duration of telework shall be approved as outlined in the Commonwealth telework policy.
For consideration, interested applicants must apply by completing the online application. A resume may also be included with your submission. However, emailed, faxed, and hand-delivered applications and/or resumes will not be accepted. This position is open until filled; however, applications/resumes will begin to be reviewed within seven (7) business days of the date of this posting. Reasonable accommodations are available to persons with disabilities during application and/or interview processes per the Americans with Disabilities Act.
DBHDS welcomes all applicants authorized to work in the U.S. For more information on how to seek this authorization, please refer to Working in the United States or contact the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services office directly.
For any technical assistance with the jobs.virginia.gov website, please contact
Contact Information
Name: ShaKiera Miles
Phone: N/A
Email: - Inquiries Only/No Submissions, to include resumes.
In support of the Commonwealth's commitment to inclusion, we are encouraging individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth Alternative Hiring Process. To be considered for this opportunity, applicants will need to provide their AHP Letter (formerly COD) provided by the Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services (DARS), or the Department for the Blind & Vision Impaired (DBVI). Service-Connected Veterans are encouraged to answer Veteran status questions and submit their disability documentation, if applicable, to DARS/DBVI to get their AHP Letter. Requesting an AHP Letter can be found at AHP Letter or by calling DARS at .
Note: Applicants who received a Certificate of Disability from DARS or DBVI dated between April 1, 2022- February 29, 2024, can still use that COD as applicable documentation for the Alternative Hiring Process.
State Role Title: 39113
Hiring Range: Up to $147,000
Pay Band: 6
Agency: Dept Behavioral Health/Develop
Location:Central Office
Agency Website:;br>
Recruitment Type: State Employee Only - E
Job Duties
The Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Services (DBHDS) Developmental Services' Office of Information Services and Technology (IS&T) is seeking an experienced IT professional to serve as a Cloud Solutions Engineer with advanced expertise in translating business requirements into complete and fully tested workflows. The ideal candidate will design, implement, and maintain scalable technology assets leveraging AWS cloud technologies using our approved tool stack.
The role involves hands-on solution engineering specifically for the AWS cloud platform, designing APIs, automating cloud infrastructure provisioning, implementing security best practices, and applying DevOps methodologies to streamline development and deployment processes.
Additional responsibilities include:
Designing, developing, and maintaining full stack cloud-native solutions on AWS leveraging React, TypeScript and Node.js to build responsive and user-friendly front-end applications.
Building and managing APIs using AWS API Gateway.
Implementing and maintaining serverless architectures and event-driven systems utilizing AWS Lambdas and AWS DynamoDB.
Automating infrastructure provisioning using Infrastructure-as-Code tools (e.g., Terraform, AWS CloudFormation, AWS SAM Templates).
Developing scripts and automation workflows using languages like Python.
Creating and optimizing Continuous Integration/Continuous Deployment (CI/CD) pipelines using AWS CodeBuild, AWS CodeDeploy, AWS CodePipeline, and GitHub Actions.
Managing cloud networking (AWS VPCs, Subnets, Security Groups, NACLs) and adopting cloud security best practices (IAM Roles, IAM Policies) implementing principle of least privilege.
Monitoring cloud infrastructure leveraging AWS CloudWatch and AWS CloudTrail for dashboarding, alerting, and logging to ensure operational excellence.
Collaborating with product owners and stakeholders to translate business requirements into fully implemented cloud-based solutions.
Providing training to end-users to enhance solution literacy and optimize tool usage within cloud ecosystems.
Ensuring adherence to security policies and quality assurance best practices, including automating functional and regression testing.
Identifying opportunities for process improvement, efficiency, and scalability of cloud solutions.
Staying on top of emerging technologies, conduct research, and lead proof of concept (PoC) initiatives.
Mentoring other engineers and participate in internal and external tech communities.
Minimum Qualifications
Expertise specifically in the AWS Cloud Platform, with experience building cloud-native services leveraging front-end technologies (eg, React, TypeScript, Node.js), and serverless backends (eg, AWS Lambda, DynamoDB).
Expertise in API development, cloud networking, and DevOps practices.
Experience with CI/CD pipelines, version control (e.g., Git), and cloud monitoring systems.
Proficiency in scripting languages (e.g., Python, Node.js).
Excellent communication skills and the ability to collaborate effectively across diverse teams.
Understanding of Software Engineering lifecycle methodologies.
A passion for continuous learning and staying up to date with evolving new technology trends.
Additional Considerations
Experience in both cloud and hybrid infrastructure, with a focus on delivering scalable, resilient, and secure solutions.
AWS certifications (AWS Certified Solutions Architect/Developer, or the Professional-level certs).
Familiarity with VITA standards and processes.
Special Instructions
You will be provided a confirmation of receipt when your application and/or rsum is submitted successfully. Please refer to "Your Application" in your account to check the status of your application for this position.
This position is eligible for telework opportunities; availability, hours, and duration of telework shall be approved as outlined in the Commonwealth telework policy.
For consideration, interested applicants must apply by completing the online application. A resume may also be included with your submission. However, emailed, faxed, and hand-delivered applications and/or resumes will not be accepted. This position is open until filled; however, applications/resumes will begin to be reviewed within seven (7) business days of the date of this posting. Reasonable accommodations are available to persons with disabilities during application and/or interview processes per the Americans with Disabilities Act.
DBHDS welcomes all applicants authorized to work in the U.S. For more information on how to seek this authorization, please refer to Working in the United States or contact the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services office directly.
For any technical assistance with the jobs.virginia.gov website, please contact
Contact Information
Name: ShaKiera Miles
Phone: N/A
Email: - Inquiries Only/No Submissions, to include resumes.
In support of the Commonwealth's commitment to inclusion, we are encouraging individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth Alternative Hiring Process. To be considered for this opportunity, applicants will need to provide their AHP Letter (formerly COD) provided by the Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services (DARS), or the Department for the Blind & Vision Impaired (DBVI). Service-Connected Veterans are encouraged to answer Veteran status questions and submit their disability documentation, if applicable, to DARS/DBVI to get their AHP Letter. Requesting an AHP Letter can be found at AHP Letter or by calling DARS at .
Note: Applicants who received a Certificate of Disability from DARS or DBVI dated between April 1, 2022- February 29, 2024, can still use that COD as applicable documentation for the Alternative Hiring Process.
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