IT Cloud Systems Engineer - Hummingbirds Innovations
Bethesda, MD
About the Job
Hummingbirds Innovations is seeking a talented IT Cloud Systems Engineer to join our team. As an IT Cloud Systems Engineer, you will be responsible for designing, implementing, and maintaining cloud-based infrastructure and systems for our clients. You will work closely with cross-functional teams to ensure the successful deployment and operation of cloud-based solutions.
Geospatial - 5-10+ years' experience working with proprietary and open-source geospatial data formats.
Key responsibilities include:
- Designing and implementing scalable and secure cloud infrastructure
- Deploying and managing cloud-based systems and applications
- Monitoring and troubleshooting cloud environments to ensure optimal performance and availability
- Implementing security best practices and ensuring compliance with industry standards
- Collaborating with development teams to optimize application performance in cloud environments
- Providing technical support and guidance to internal teams
The ideal candidate should have a strong background in cloud technologies, such as AWS or Azure, and experience in system administration and networking. They should possess excellent problem-solving skills, strong attention to detail, and the ability to work effectively in a team-oriented environment.
Requirements
Requirements:
- 3+ years of experience as a Cloud Systems Engineer or similar role
- Development - Experience with geospatial software APl's for data transformation and analysis:
- • Esri ArcPoly
- • GOAL
- • GeoPandas
- • Optionally, PySAL or MovingPandas
- Data Automation - Experience with automating geospatial data workflows through tools like:
- ArcGIS GeoEvent Server
- ArcGIS Workflow Manager
- Apache Nifi
- Geospatial Databases/Datastores:
- ArcGIS Enterprise Database
- Postgres
- GeoMesa
- Experience with ETL tools such as SAFE FM
- Strong knowledge of cloud platforms such as AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud
- Experience with infrastructure-as-code tools (e.g., Terraform, CloudFormation)
- Proficiency in scripting and automation (e.g., Python, PowerShell)
- Experience with containerization technologies (e.g., Docker, Kubernetes)
- Knowledge of networking concepts and protocols
- Understanding of DevOps principles and CI/CD pipelines
- Security certifications (e.g., AWS Certified Security - Specialty) are a plus
- Excellent problem-solving and communication skills
- BS or MS degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field