Cloud engineer - cloud services

Cloud Virtualization Engineer / Grid Modernization Engineer Location: Chandler, AZ (Local candidates only) Duration: Contract - 12 months Pay Range: $70.23/hr (W2) Job ID: 374458 About BCforward BCforward is a leading global IT consulting and workforce solutions firm providing services and support to Fortune 500 and government clients. Founded in 1998, BCforward has grown with our customers needs into a full-service business solutions provider. With delivery centers and offices across North America and India, we take pride in building long-term relationships and delivering excellence through innovation, collaboration, and integrity. Job Description We are seeking an Internal Cloud Grid Container Virtualization Engineer to join our dynamic team. The ideal candidate will have strong experience in Red Hat OpenShift, grid computing, Kubernetes, and Linux virtualization and a proven ability to assess, adapt, and virtualize compute-intensive applications to operate as VM-based workloads on an internal cloud platform. Responsibilities: Partner with grid computing application owners to assess, adapt, and virtualize applications for VM-based deployment on the Internal Cloud Platform. Ensure virtualized grid workloads meet platform standards for performance, security, resiliency, and operability. Own VM-based deployment patterns and enablement practices for grid use cases. Analyze application architectures and map runtime dependencies. Design VM deployment models and support migration execution. Strong technical background in Linux, application dependency analysis, and virtualization. Experience enabling workloads on standardized VM-based platforms. Preferred Skills: 8-10 years supporting grid, HPC, or large-scale compute platforms. Virtualization or cloud infrastructure certification. Familiarity with internal cloud or hybrid compute models. When you join our team, you gain access to: Competitive compensation and benefits Opportunities for growth with global clients A supportive, inclusive culture that values innovation and people Exposure to cutting-edge technologies and projects About Our Commitment BCforward is an equal opportunity employer. We value diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, or veteran status. Hybrid, 3 days onsite per week required.