Senior Cloud Applications Engineer

Kraus-Anderson offers an opportunity to make an immediate impact with an industry leader!

Core Purpose : Building enduring relationships and strong communities

Core Values :

Integrity – Do the right thing…always be respectful, honest and fair

Commitment – Take ownership, work hard, and keep promises

Teamwork – Collaborate to foster trust and success for all

Value People – Support each other in a safe, positive environment where people are recognized and appreciated for their contributions

Our Company

For more than a century, Kraus-Anderson has been transforming the American landscape.

Founded in 1897 and privately owned and managed by the Engelsma family for more than 70 years, KA is consistently ranked by Engineering News Record among the top 50 general contractors in the United States. Our base of operations in Minnesota is supplemented with regional offices, extending our capabilities coast to coast.

We take a highly collaborative approach to our work. We work closely with owners, architects and the entire planning team well before ground is broken; providing cost analyses, scheduling information, and value engineering services to ensure that our client can make informed decisions leading to a timely finish of the highest quality and the best value.

Summary

The Senior Cloud Applications Engineer is responsible for full stack engineering and the support and optimization of cloud infrastructure within the Kraus-Anderson ecosystem. Playing a key role in the company’s cloud migration, maintaining cloud operations, and leading the continued development and support of cloud-based applications, including the custom KA Portal. This is a hands-on, collaborative role that combines technical leadership and coding to advance digital modernization and enhance scalable, secure cloud architecture in partnership with Network, Product, and Data teams.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

Cloud Infrastructure & Migration

Lead and support the migration from on-prem infrastructure to Microsoft Office 365 cloud-based environment.

Design and deliver scalable cloud architecture solutions using Microsoft 365 and Azure.

Oversee expansion and optimization of Intune and Microsoft Entra for device management.

Support migration from Citrix and ensure security and stability in the new environment.

Manage and maintain data synchronization between AutoDesk, SharePoint, and Azure.

Partner with network and security teams to implement physical passkeys and maintain robust security standards.

Create strategic and tactical recommendations for ongoing improvement of cloud ecosystems.

Software Engineering & Application Development

Design, develop, and maintain applications and software solutions that support business operations and client engagement.

Contribute to continued buildout of the KA Portal, with a focus on usability, performance, and scalability.

Develop custom SharePoint solutions and dashboards to deliver client-facing features.

Maintain and enhance the existing data sync between key systems.

Create API integrations to connect 3rd-party tools.

Collaborate with QA and business stakeholders to test, deploy, and support new features.

Mentor junior engineers to strengthen the team’s software development capabilities.

Security

Collaborate with the Network and Security Manager to uphold and evolve cloud security.

Review and report on IT security posture and identified risks.

Demonstrate understanding of secure cloud networking principles.

Collaboration & Communication

Translate complex technical concepts into clear, functional business language.

Document cloud infrastructure, migration processes, and development deliverables into reusable artifacts.

Work effectively in a small team environment with multiple concurrent projects.

Take ownership of tasks, ask insightful questions, and contribute to a culture of continuous improvement.

Data

Collaborate with Data team to build data lake and surface data into applications and dashboard.

Deliver solutions that leverage multiple systems using both API integrations and tables.

Performs other duties as assigned.

Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities :

5+ years of experience designing and developing client facing web-based software.

5+ years of experience working in Azure.

1+ year of experience working in technology for a Construction Management company

Demonstrated computer proficiency (MS Office 365 – Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook)

3+ years experience working in the following applications : Azure files / functions, SharePoint, Intune, .Net / C# or similar

Preferred Knowledge, Skills and Abilities :

Microsoft Certified Developer MCD certification

Diggsley, Viewpoint Vista, ADP, Autodesk

Other :

• There will be occasional travel to our data centers, field offices and construction sites for network and server infrastructure changes.

Physical Demands :

The physical demands described are representative of those that must be met by any employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

For Field / Jobsite Requirements :

Frequently sits, stands and talks.

Occasionally lifts and / or moves up to 50 pounds.

Vision abilities require close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.

Must work on ladders at Data Center server racks, server rooms and offices as necessary to service server and network components.

Ability to maneuver on ladders and scaffolding, walk through sand or mud, climb on and around vehicles and construction equipment at construction sites.

Salary Range : $120,000 to $145,000 annually, plus discretionary incentive program.

Pay is based on many factors including but not limited to education, skill, experience, training, certifications, and other business needs.

Why KA?

We offer a challenging, rewarding, and supportive environment where employees are positioned to make a positive impact on our business, our communities, and their own future.

We believe in building leaders. KA offers a wide range of enrichment and professional growth opportunities through KA University and community service opportunities through our KA Has Heart Volunteer Program.

KA offers full time employees (30+ hours) a significant Total Rewards package including :

Medical insurance Plan Options

Health Savings Accounts (HSA)

Flex Spending Accounts (FSA)

Wellness Program

Fitness Center (Minneapolis)

KA University Training and Development

Fitness Center, KA corporate headquarters, Minneapolis

401(k) Plan

Company sponsored Short Term and Long Term Disability

Company sponsored Life / Accidental Death and Dismemberment Insurance

Time Off including vacation, sick and holiday pay

Workplace Flexibility

Paid Parental Leave

Paid Military Leave for Active Reserve Duty

Part time / Transition Options

Free Parking

Along with our employer sponsored plans, we also offer an array of Voluntary Benefits and other perks.

Make A Positive Impact

Kraus-Anderson is an AA EOE including disability and vet employer