Cloud Engineer Specialist (AWS/Azure)

Salary: $120,000 - 160,000 per year Requirements:

• We require 5+ years of related professional experience.
• We need an undergraduate degree in a related discipline, or an equivalent mix of training and experience.
• We look for experience modernizing legacy MFT or batch-based integrations into cloud-native architectures.
• We value familiarity with Axway B2Bi, Sterling Connect:Direct, AWS Transfer Family, or comparable platforms in hybrid or cloud environments such as AWS or Azure.
• We expect knowledge of scripting and programming languages such as Python, Shell, Java, and SQL.
• We need a working understanding of the ITIL framework and familiarity with ServiceNow or similar tools.
• We look for experience building or consuming REST APIs and event-driven integrations.
• We value familiarity with DevOps practices, CI/CD pipelines, and automated testing.
• We expect experience working with mainframe technology.
• We look for experience in regulated or security-sensitive environments, with financial services experience considered a plus.
• We value exposure to observability tools, including logging, tracing, and metrics, in cloud environments.
• We require the ability to commute to the office on a hybrid schedule, three days per week.
• We require the ability to participate in on-call rotational after-hours coverage.

• We design, build, and support cloud-based integration and data transmission solutions using AWS services and modern development methods.
• We provide intermediate-level Data Transmission Services support, including setup, monitoring, troubleshooting, and ongoing support for external data transmissions for business clients.
• We diagnose, debug, and resolve complex transmission incidents, restoring service promptly in line with service level objectives and communicating findings, recommendations, and risks to leadership when needed.
• We develop and maintain automation, tooling, and services that support secure and dependable data exchange with external partners.
• We implement solutions with infrastructure as code and CI/CD pipelines to enable repeatable, scalable, and well-governed deployments.
• We modernize legacy MFT and batch-based integrations toward API-driven, event-based, and serverless patterns where appropriate.
• We collaborate with internal application teams, security, networking, business partners, and external partners to design effective integration architectures.
• We support production data transmission environments, including participation in an on-call rotation to maintain service availability and stability.
• We follow Data Transmission Services policies, standards, and operating procedures, and help create, review, and improve documentation and runbooks where gaps exist.
• We contribute to architectural discussions, technical documentation, and coding standards.
• We ensure solutions meet security, risk, and compliance requirements, including encryption, authentication, logging, and monitoring.
• We participate actively in modernization initiatives and proof-of-concepts aligned with our technology strategy.
• We take part in special projects and other assigned initiatives and duties.
• We provide technical guidance, leadership, and mentorship through design reviews, code reviews, troubleshooting support, and knowledge-sharing activities that strengthen team capability.

• API
• AWS
• Azure
• CI/CD
• Cloud
• DevOps
• Support
• ITIL
• Java
• Python
• REST
• SQL
• Security
• Serverless
• ServiceNow

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hackajob is working with Vanguard to connect with professionals for this opportunity. Our Data Transmission Services team designs, builds, and operates secure, resilient, and scalable integration solutions that enable data exchange between Vanguard and external partners. As we continue our cloud and modernization journey, we are evolving from traditional managed file transfer solutions toward cloud-native integration platforms built on AWS. This is a hybrid role with onsite work required Tuesday through Thursday in either Malvern, PA or Charlotte, NC. We offer a mission-driven, highly collaborative culture focused on long-term client outcomes, enhanced flexibility, in-person learning, and strong team connection. Visa sponsorship is not being offered for this position.

last updated 36 week of 2026