Role Overview
We are seeking a highly experienced and passionate Multi-Cloud Subject Matter Expert (SME) to drive the technical development and strategic growth of our cloud engineering workforce, focusing equally on AWS and Microsoft Azure . This is a critical leadership role that requires a deep blend of 10+ years of hands-on architectural expertise , production environment solutioning, and exceptional mentorship skills.
You will be responsible for creating and delivering structured technical learning pathways, acting as the final technical escalation point, and fostering a culture of excellence to rapidly transform junior engineers into top-performing, certified, multi-cloud professionals.
Key Responsibilities
I. Multi-Cloud Architecture & Leadership
- Architecture Strategy : Utilize deep expertise in cloud design patterns, Landing Zones , and enterprise-scale deployment strategies to guide team projects across both AWS Well-Architected Framework and Azure environments.
- Best Practice Instillation : Instill and enforce industry best practices related to Cloud Governance, FinOps (Cost Optimization) , Security, DevOps, and operational excellence.
- Technical Escalation : Serve as the final technical escalation point, supporting junior engineers in diagnosing, troubleshooting, and resolving complex, multi-cloud infrastructure and service issues.
- Code Review : Conduct constructive code and infrastructure-as-code (IaC) reviews, ensuring solutions are robust, secure, and adhere to organizational standards.
II. Technical Training & Mentorship Development
Curriculum Design : Design, implement, and continuously refine a structured Multi-Cloud training curriculum tailored for junior engineers, covering fundamentals through advanced cloud engineering practices for both AWS and Azure.Training Delivery : Deliver high-impact workshops, bootcamps, and one-on-one coaching sessions, utilizing effective teaching methodologies for maximum knowledge retention.Hands-On Learning : Develop and lead real-world labs, Proof-of-Concept (POC) exercises, and sandbox scenarios to reinforce practical learning and build deployment confidence.Mentorship & Development : Act as a dedicated technical mentor, providing career guidance, conducting knowledge checks, and creating individualized skills development plans aligned with relevant AWS and Azure certifications.Documentation : Develop and maintain a comprehensive internal knowledge base, including runbooks, SOPs, and up-to-date training materials.Continuous Improvement : Monitor learning progress, gather feedback, and adjust training programs to maximize effectiveness.Stakeholder Collaboration : Work closely with leadership and engineering teams to align training initiatives with current project needs and future business goals.Required Skills and Qualifications
Experience & Foundational Skills
Total Experience : 10+ years overall IT experience, with a minimum of 7+ years of specialized, hands-on architectural experience across major cloud platforms (AWS and Azure).Mentorship : Proven prior experience designing and successfully delivering structured technical training, mentoring, or capability-building programs.Communication : Excellent verbal, written, and presentation skills; a demonstrable ability to explain complex technical concepts in an accessible and engaging manner to junior audiences.Passion : A genuine passion for teaching, mentoring, and actively participating in the growth and success of engineering teams.Mandatory Multi-Cloud Technical Depth (AWS & Azure)
AWS Core Expertise
Azure Core Expertise
Common Tools & Concepts
PaaS / IaaS : EC2, S3, RDS, Lambda, ECS / EKS
PaaS / IaaS : Azure IaaS / PaaS, App Services
IaC : Terraform (Mandatory), CloudFormation, Bicep / ARM Templates
Networking & Identity : VPC, IAM, CloudFront
Networking & Identity : Azure Networking, Azure AD
DevOps & CI / CD : Azure DevOps, Git, Jenkins, CodePipeline
Scripting / Automation : Python, Bash, PowerShell, AWS / Azure CLI
Governance : Strong understanding of Cloud Migration Strategies, Landing Zones, and Enterprise-Scale deployments.
Containerization : Hands-on experience with Docker and Kubernetes (EKS / AKS).
Certifications (Preferred)
Microsoft : Azure Solutions Architect Expert, Azure Administrator Associate, Azure DevOps Engineer Expert.AWS : AWS Certified Solutions Architect (Professional / Associate), AWS DevOps Engineer, or Advanced Networking.Preferred Qualifications
Exposure to GCP or other cloud environments is a plus.Experience with Agile methodologies and working in agile teams.Familiarity with compliance standards (e.g., ISO 27001, HIPAA, GDPR) in cloud environments.Prior experience designing or delivering structured cloud training programs or labs at scale.What We Offer
A platform to directly shape and grow the next generation of multi-cloud engineering talent.A collaborative, learning-driven, and supportive work culture.Access to cutting-edge cloud projects and emerging technologies.Competitive compensation package (Fix pay, Performance Incentives, PTO, Health Insurance, 401k, and more).