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    Senior Cloud and Hosting Services Engineer - Bloomington, United States - Corporate Strategy & Technology

    Corporate Strategy & Technology
    Corporate Strategy & Technology Bloomington, United States

    3 weeks ago

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    Description
    We are the world's learning company with more than 24,000 employees operating in 70 countries.

    We combine world-class educational content and assessment, powered by services and technology, to enable more effective teaching and personalized learning at scale.

    We believe that wherever learning flourishes so do people.


    In this exciting and fast-paced role you will be responsible for design, implementation and support of the Pearson VUE cloud infrastructure in Azure.

    You will work closely within the Development and Operations organizations to support the design, automation, and deployments of applications and infrastructure.

    You should have technical experience in building infrastructure and applications for scalability, resiliency, availability, and recovery.

    A key portion of your job will be to help move from a traditional infrastructure deployment model to an infrastructure as code model with automation and monitoring via DevOps.


    You should have excellent communication and influencing skills and the ability to work across teams to create optimal business solutions.

    Qualifications


    Primary Responsibilities:
    Align cloud infrastructure strategies with business objectives, emphasizing cloud migrations.

    Lead infrastructure migration methodologies, including mass application movements to the cloud.

    Design, implement, and support infrastructure as code for efficient operations.

    Research and prototype new cloud technologies to optimize costs and enhance performance.

    Evaluate and compare cloud native PaaS with traditional cloud-enabled infrastructure.

    Mentor staff on cloud computing best practices to drive widespread cloud adoption.

    Design Azure-focused cloud infrastructure following industry best practices.

    Conduct code reviews and ensure quality assurance through testing of team members' work.

    Actively participate in agile activities, including daily standups, backlog refinement, iteration planning, and retrospectives.

    Contribute to the team's backlog by creating stories and addressing defects promptly.

    Take ownership of assigned tasks, ensuring timely and effective completion.

    Participate in on-call rotation, approximately once every 6 weeks.

    Required Knowledge and Experience


    Bachelor's degree in Computer Science with 5+ years of software development experience, specializing in enterprise applications, solution design, and technical architecture.


    Over 3 years of expertise in architecting Azure-based cloud computing services, with a focus on delivering end-to-end cloud infrastructure architectures.

    2+ years of programming experience in languages such as Java and C#.


    In-depth understanding of cloud and infrastructure components, covering server, storage, data, and applications, enabling the creation of comprehensive cloud infrastructure designs.

    Proven track record in automating cloud infrastructure using Terraform and Ansible.

    Proficient in configuring, automating, and managing Windows and Linux-based operating systems.

    Skilled in shell scripting languages, including PowerShell, Python, and Bash.

    Exceptional written and verbal communication skills.

    Quick and efficient learner of new technologies.

    Strong technical analysis and problem-solving abilities.

    Preferred Knowledge and Experience

    Proficient in container technologies like Docker, utilizing build automation tools such as Packer. Expertise in constructing and managing continuous integration and delivery pipelines through tools like Jenkins or Team City. Skilled in designing resilient systems using practices such as Blue/Green or Rolling Deployments.

    Demonstrated experience in a managed Kubernetes implementation, including proficiency with KubeSpray, EKS, and KOPS.

    Well-versed in utilizing monitoring and analytical tools such as Splunk and New Relic, with a strong background in certificate management (client certificates, server certificates, certificate authorities, etc.).

    Extensive familiarity with cloud-based disaster recovery and high-availability system development. Adept in infrastructure management, including firewalls, load balancers, AD, DNS, and networking. Exposure to Agile methodologies and commitment to DevSecOps practices using tools like Cloudvisory and Tigera.

    Proficient in DNS management, continuous infrastructure testing, and utilizing GIT-based Source Control Systems. Additionally, skilled in working with F5 Big IP Load Balancer for effective infrastructure management.

    Colorado and NYC-based and Remote Roles, AIP (Annual Incentive Plan) eligible:


    Compensation at Pearson is influenced by a wide array of factors including but not limited to skill set, level of experience, and specific location.

    As required by the Colorado and New York City laws, the pay range for this position is as follows:

    Minimum full-time salary range begins at $120,000.00

    This position is eligible to participate in an annual incentive program, and information on benefits offered is here here.

    What to expect from Pearson

    Did you know Pearson is one of the 10 most innovative education companies of 2022?

    At Pearson, we add life to a lifetime of learning so everyone can realize the life they imagine. We do this by creating vibrant and enriching learning experiences designed for real-life impact.

    We are on a journey to be 100 percent digital to meet the changing needs of the global population by developing a new strategy with ambitious targets.

    To deliver on our strategic vision, we have five business divisions that are the foundation for the long-term growth of the company: Assessment & Qualifications, Virtual Learning, English Language Learning, Workforce Skills and Higher Education.


    Alongside these, we have our corporate divisions:
    Digital & Technology, Finance, Global Corporate Marketing & Communications, Human Resources, Legal, Strategy and Direct to Consumer. Learn more at We are Pearson.

    We value the power of an inclusive culture and also a strong sense of belonging.

    We promote a culture where differences are embraced, opportunities are accessible, consideration and respect are the norm and all individuals are supported in reaching their full potential.

    Through our talent, we believe that diversity, equity and inclusion make us a more innovative and vibrant place to work.

    People are at the center, and we are committed to building a workplace where talent can learn, grow and thrive.

    Pearson is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer and a member of E-Verify. We want a team that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives and skills. The more inclusive we are, the better our work will be. All employment decisions are based on qualifications, merit and business need.

    All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, ethnicity, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status or any other group protected by law.

    We strive for a workforce that reflects the diversity of our communities.


    To learn more about Pearson's commitment to a diverse and inclusive workforce, navigate to: Diversity, Equity & Inclusion at Pearson.

    If you are an individual with a disability and are unable or limited in your ability to use or access our career site as a result of your disability, you may request reasonable accommodations by emailing

    Note that the information you provide will stay confidential and will be stored securely. It will not be seen by those involved in making decisions as part of the recruitment process.


    Job:

    TECHNOLOGY

    Organization:
    Corporate Strategy & Technology


    Schedule:
    FULL_TIME


    Workplace Type:
    Hybrid

    Req ID: 14996


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