Cloud Engineer - AWS & Terraform
Why This Role Stands Out
You can advance your career with this fully remote Senior Cloud Engineer role, leveraging your extensive AWS and Terraform expertise to drive impactful projects within the insurance sector. This opportunity is ideal for seasoned professionals seeking to expand their technical capabilities and contribute significantly to a reputable organization, offering a flexible work environment and a chance to make a real difference. Apply today to explore this exciting prospect!
Quick Overview
Job Description
Position: Senior Cloud Engineer (AWS & Terraform)
Location: 100% Remote
Duration: 6+ Months Contract
on W2
Candidates should have prior experience working with Life Insurance organizations such as Transamerica or similar insurance companies.
Experience – 12+ Years
Note- It is more like Cloud Engineer with AWS and Terraform experience. Experience in Java is a plus. Need not be hardcore Java expert.
Skillset/Experience Needs:
Backend | FrontEnd | General |
AWS | AWS, EC2, Terraform, S3 | |
Java | Javascript, Typescript | Docker |
JEE | Node.js, NPM | Cloud, preferably AWS |
Spring Boot and Spring Framework | Angular (including AngularJS) | Git |
Apache Camel | Karma, Playwright, ViTest | Jenkins |
Designing and Building REST Services | NestJS | AI assisted coding, vibe/spec, preferably AWS Kiro |
Maven |
Tech Managers
- Business process mapping (AS-IS / TO-BE)
- Functional & non-functional requirements documentation
- User stories, acceptance criteria, and backlog grooming
- Gap analysis and impact analysis
- Stakeholder management across business and IT teams
- Data analysis and reporting (SQL basics, Excel, dashboards)
- UAT planning, coordination, and defect triage
- Strong documentation and communication skills
- Requirements elicitation (workshops, interviews, stakeholder reviews)
Technical & IT Skills (Must-Have)
- Strong understanding of IT systems and architecture
- Experience working with:
- Infrastructure, Cloud, or Application platforms
- APIs, integrations, and data flows
- Security concepts (vulnerabilities, incidents, access, compliance)
- Familiarity with SDLC, DevOps, and CI/CD pipelines
- Experience with incident, problem, and change management
- Ability to translate technical concepts for business stakeholders
Tools & Platforms
- Jira / Azure DevOps (stories, epics, sprint tracking)
- Confluence / SharePoint (documentation)
- ServiceNow (incidents, changes, requests, VITs)
- MS Project / Smartsheet (planning & timelines)
- Visio / Lucidchart (process & architecture diagrams)
- PowerPoint (executive-level communication)
Soft Skills & Leadership
- Strong facilitation and negotiation skills
- Ability to manage ambiguity and shifting priorities
- Proactive problem-solving and decision-making
- Excellent verbal and written communication
- Ability to challenge assumptions constructively
Skills
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