Senior Cloud Platform Engineer

Senior Cloud Platform Engineer Lantern is seeking an experienced Senior Cloud Platform Engineer to drive the evolution of our Azure-based infrastructure, focusing on scalability, automation, and regulatory compliance. In this pivotal role, you will architect, implement, and operate a secure, resilient, multi-region cloud platform that supports our mission to make excellent, affordable care more accessible to everyone. You will collaborate with a talented team of cloud engineers and architects, championing operational excellence and delivering highly available, HIPAA- and SOC-compliant infrastructure. Working closely with security, application development, and business teams, you will help build robust, enterprise-grade platforms that empower innovation, agility, and growth. This role is ideal for a cloud expert with deep Microsoft Azure expertise, a strong record of contributing to high-performing teams, and a passion for building scalable infrastructure in dynamic, fast-paced enterprise environments. Location: Hybrid - at least 3 days/wk in one of our offices: Dallas, TX / Chicago/Evanston / New York / Washington, DC On-Call: This position requires being on-call 1 week per month at the most Responsibilities Design, implement, and maintain secure, scalable, and highly available Azure cloud infrastructure to support Lantern’s healthcare solutions. Collaborate with cloud architects, engineers, application developers, and InfoSec teams to deliver enterprise-grade cloud platforms that meet HIPAA, SOC 2, and other regulatory requirements. Develop and maintain Infrastructure-as-Code (IaC) using tools such as Terraform to automate provisioning, configuration, and deployment of Azure resources. Implement and optimize CI/CD pipelines using Azure DevOps and GitHub Actions to support agile software development and rapid release cycles. Ensure robust monitoring, observability, and alerting for production systems; proactively address incidents and contribute to incident response. Participate in cost optimization efforts by monitoring resource usage and recommending efficiencies for cloud spend. Contribute to disaster recovery planning, business continuity, and uptime strategies for critical healthcare applications. Maintain comprehensive documentation for infrastructure, deployments, and operational procedures. Participate in cross-functional meetings with product, engineering, and compliance teams to ensure infrastructure aligns with business and regulatory goals. Mentor junior engineers and support a culture of collaboration and continuous improvement within the team. Requirements Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience. 4+ years of experience in cloud infrastructure engineering, systems administration, or DevOps roles. 3+ years of hands‑on experience with Microsoft Azure (experience with AWS or Google Cloud Platform is a plus). Experience designing, deploying, and managing cloud-based infrastructure at scale. Practical experience configuring and maintaining CI/CD pipelines using Azure DevOps and GitHub Actions. Proven experience in a regulated environment, ideally in the healthcare sector with HIPAA and/or SOC compliance requirements. Hands‑on exposure to security best practices for cloud environments, including identity and access management, encryption, and monitoring/logging. Strong problem‑solving and troubleshooting abilities. Excellent communication and collaboration skills. If you don’t meet every requirement listed, we still encourage you to apply. Strong Candidates Will Strong experience with Infrastructure as Code (IaC), especially Terraform, to automate Azure resources. Experience managing Azure App Services, networking, and storage solutions. Experience with containerization (Docker, Azure Kubernetes Service) is a plus. Relevant Azure certifications (e.g., Azure Solutions Architect, Azure Administrator) are a plus. Benefits Medical Insurance Dental Insurance Vision Insurance Short & Long Term Disability Life Insurance 401k with company match Flexible Time Off Paid Parental Leave Lantern does not discriminate on the basis of race, sex, color, religion, age, national origin, marital status, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or any other reason prohibited by law in provision of employment opportunities and benefits. #J-18808-Ljbffr