Cloud Infrastructure Engineer
Location: Eagan, MN
Job Type: contract
Company: IDR
Category: Development and Architecture
Job Description Apply Now
IDR is seeking a Cloud Infrastructure Engineer to join one of our top clients. This remote role offers the chance to lead the deployment and management of enterprise API platforms across multi-cloud and on-prem environments, supporting critical infrastructure stability and security.
Position Overview for the Cloud Infrastructure Engineer :
- Support the design, deployment, and stabilization of a large-scale API platform using Apigee Hybrid across multiple cloud providers and on-prem data centers.
- Manage and provision Kubernetes infrastructure, including AKS (Azure Kubernetes Service), GKE (Google Kubernetes Engine), and on-prem clusters.
- Deploy and configure Apigee Hybrid runtimes and Akamai edge routing components to ensure secure and reliable API delivery.
- Develop infrastructure as code using Terraform, automating provisioning and configuration processes.
- Configure and optimize multi-cloud networking to ensure seamless connectivity and security.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to support observability, security, and compliance standards.
- Document infrastructure architecture and deployment procedures for ongoing support and improvements.
Requirements for the Cloud Infrastructure Engineer :
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field, or at least 5 years of equivalent experience.
- Over 5 years of hands-on experience programming in SQL and managing data pipelines, including batch and streaming data processes.
- At least 3 years of experience managing Kubernetes environments, specifically AKS, with preferred GKE or on-prem clusters.
- Strong experience working with multiple cloud platforms, especially Azure and GCP.
- Proficiency with Terraform and infrastructure as code (IaC), along with CI/CD pipeline automation.
- Familiarity with Apigee Hybrid architecture and deployment.
- Knowledge of edge platforms, with Akamai experience preferred.
- Experience with security event data integration and enterprise SIEM platforms.
- Excellent collaboration, documentation, and cross-team communication skills.
Preferred Qualifications (Nice to Have):
- Experience working in healthcare or other regulated environments.
- Cloud or Kubernetes certifications.
- Hands-on experience with Apigee Hybrid or Akamai noname engines.
- Knowledge of GitOps tools such as ArgoCD or Flux.
What’s in it for you?
- Competitive hourly pay rate of $64–$68.
- Work remotely from anywhere in the United States.
- Opportunity to work on cutting-edge API and multi-cloud infrastructure projects.
- Collaborate with a team of innovative professionals in a fast-paced environment.
- Gain experience supporting enterprise-level API platforms in a regulated environment.
Why IDR?
- 25+ Years of Proven Industry Experience in 4 major markets
- Employee Stock Ownership Program
- Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance
- ClearlyRated's Best of Staffing® Client and Talent Award winner 12 years in a row
Compensation Range: $64-68/hr
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