Principal Cloud Engineer- Azure (ISD Principal Engineer - Cloud Engineer)

Company: Navy Federal Credit Union
Location: Pensacola
Posted on: September 11, 2023

Job Description:

Overview
To research, evaluate, design, implement, and maintain systems and product solutions, applying expert knowledge of engineering principles. Assist with coordinating activities between multiple disciplines within IT and vendors on both technical and non-technical issues pertaining to computer system hardware and software, network infrastructure, peripheral evaluation, and integration. Considered subject matter expert and a key stakeholder/key contributor on complex initiatives and project teams. Conduct complex work assignments under limited supervision. Cloud Engineering: Delivery of the computing services and the duties associated with it such as designing, planning, administering, developing, or maintaining applications in the cloud-based environments.
Responsibilities
Lead integration of product technologies with respect to mechanical, electrical, firmware and software for multiple on-going projects
Serve as an advisor providing advice and counsel on assignments concerned with specialized or unique engineering requirements
Define the application design and delivery adhering to a Service Oriented Architecture paradigm, so that different components work seamlessly
Drive system requirements, system specifications, input/output processes and working parameters by using systems engineering best practices
Responsible for systems analysis, design, development, integration, enhancement, and deployment as well as application support for various applications
Lead the deployment of new modules, upgrades and fixes
Define, develop or modify software application modules or enterprise wide software systems using disciplined development processes
Implement integration plans and interface with testing teams to incorporate plans into the integration testing process
Research, evaluate, recommend, and implement information technology that aligns with business needs and meets objectives
Use holistic knowledge of all products in the information technology ecosystem to plan how new systems will be built and integrated
Define and establish structure, process and governance mechanisms for knowledge management and knowledge sharing platforms (e.g., assimilation, classification and dissemination, etc.)
Create operational artifacts, run-books and service level agreement documents associated with products
Provide technical direction and leadership routinely to other engineers; serve as a coach and mentor
Identify potential problems in design, quality, or operation and initiate corrective action
Maintain technical expertise in all areas of network and computer hardware and software interconnection and interfacing, such as routers, multiplexers, firewalls, hubs, bridges, gateways, etc.
Identify opportunities to effectively mitigate risk and improve performance and functionality
Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field, or the equivalent combination of education, training and experience
Significant knowledge, understanding and experience in one or more of the following: systems engineering, software engineering, information systems management, etc. at the enterprise level in a large multi-function organization, preferably at a large financial services organization
Excellent verbal, interpersonal and written communication skills
Significant knowledge, understanding and experience with private, public and hybrid cloud infrastructure (e.g., AWS, Azure, Google Cloud, Oracle Cloud, etc.)
Solid understanding of discipline engineering principles, practices, and theories, and methods to identify and solve the highest complex problems and perform sophisticated analyses
Experience in building and managing common platforms (e.g., Service Now, Pega, Share point Online, Dynamics, etc.)
Experience with Agile software development practices including Scrum, JIRA, Peer Review, Git and CI/CD
Solid knowledge, understanding and experience of the end-to-end IT process, including architecture, design & engineering, implementation, and operations
Solid knowledge, understanding and experience of databases, NoSQL systems, storage and distributed persistence technologies
Solid knowledge, understanding and experience of project lifecycles and management methodologies
Knowledge, understanding and experience with continuous integration and deployment and tools chain (e.g., GIT, Jenkins, Maven, RunDeck, Terraform, Ansible, etc.)
Self-motivated and proactive, able to learn quickly and apply new concepts, tools and applications
Solid experience using an innovative approach to solving complex system and integration problems.
Significant experience with problem solving, collaboration, critical thinking, team building, and presentation skills
Significant experience with applying innovative approaches to solve technical design issues
Desired Qualifications:
Master's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field
Knowledge of banking/financial industry trends, products, and services
Knowledge of Navy Federal products, services, programs, policies and procedures
Hours: Monday - Friday, 8:00AM - 4:30PM
Location: 820 Follin Lane, Vienna, VA Heritage Oaks Dr. Pensacola, FL Security Dr. Winchester, VA 22602
Navy Federal is now hybrid! Our standard enterprise requirement for a hybrid schedule is to report on-site 4-16 days each month. The number of days reporting on-site will ultimately be determined by the employee's leadership and business unit needs. You will learn more throughout the hiring and on boarding process.
About Us
You have goals, dreams, hobbies, and things you're passionate about-what's important to you is important to us. We're looking for people who not only want to do meaningful, challenging work, keep their skills sharp and move ahead, but who also take time for the things that matter to them-friends, family, and passions. And we're looking for team members who are passionate about our mission-making a difference in military members' and their families' lives. Together, we can make it happen. Don't take our word for it:
--- Military Times 2022 Best for Vets Employers
--- WayUp Top 100 Internship Programs
--- Forbes 2022 The Best Employers for New Grads
--- Fortune Best Workplaces for Women
--- Fortune 100 Best Companies to Work For
--- Computerworld Best Places to Work in IT
--- Ripplematch Campus Forward Award - Excellence in Early Career Hiring
--- Fortune Best Place to Work for Financial and Insurance Services
Equal Employment Opportunity: Navy Federal values, celebrates, and enacts diversity in the workplace. Navy Federal takes affirmative action to employ and advance in employment qualified individuals with disabilities, disabled veterans, Armed Forces service medal veterans, recently separated veterans, and other protected veterans. EOE/AA/M/F/Veteran/Disability EOE/AA/M/F/Veteran/Disability
Disclaimers: Navy Federal reserves the right to fill this role at a higher/lower grade level based on business need. An assessment may be required to compete for this position. Job postings are subject to close early or extend out longer than the anticipated closing date at the hiring team's discretion based on qualified applicant volume. Navy Federal Credit Union assesses market data to establish salary ranges that enable us to remain competitive. You are paid within the salary range, based on your experience, location and market position
Bank Secrecy Act: Remains cognizant of and adheres to Navy Federal policies and procedures, and regulations pertaining to the Bank Secrecy Act.

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