Cloud Engineer
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Dallas, Texas

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Hybrid

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Contract

|Job ID 71632|Posted Sep 10, 2025
JOB DESCRIPTION

Join an innovative team as a Cloud Engineer, where you'll play a key role in driving the modernization and migration of applications to the cloud. This position offers a dynamic work environment with opportunities to work on cutting-edge projects.

Responsibilities

  • Lead engineering and support efforts for cloud service providers, ensuring efficient automation and thought leadership.
  • Collaborate with project teams to modernize applications and facilitate cloud migrations.
  • Utilize automation tools to streamline deployment processes and improve operational efficiency.
  • Communicate complex technical issues effectively and provide comprehensive documentation and training.
  • Engage in multiple projects simultaneously, applying strong analytical skills to deliver results.

Skills

  • Proven experience in cloud administration, particularly with AWS, Azure, and IBM Cloud.
  • Expertise in containerized applications and microservices architectures.
  • Proficiency with Terraform, Ansible, and scripting languages.
  • Strong understanding of DevOps concepts, tools, and practices.
  • Hands-on experience with GitLab and automated deployment tools.

Preferred Skills

  • Familiarity with OpenShift/Kubernetes for application management.
  • Knowledge of SSL certificates and networking topics such as protocols and firewalls.
  • Experience with Agile methodologies and tools.
  • Insight into industry-leading standards and emerging technologies.
  • Skills in monitoring and logging using tools like Dynatrace and QRadar.

At Horizontal, we are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive environment where everyone feels valued and respected. We encourage candidates from all backgrounds to apply and become part of our innovative team.

Once you apply for this position, you may receive a phone call, SMS or email at the time of application from our Virtual AI Recruiter, Alex, to conduct an initial interview.

Horizontal is proud to be an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. 

We seek to provide employment opportunities to talented, qualified candidates regardless of race, color, sex/gender including gender identity and/or expression, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, disability, marital status, citizen status, veteran status, or any other protected classification under federal, state or local law.

In addition, Horizontal will provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities. If you need to request a reasonable accommodation in order to complete the application or interview process, please contact us.

All applicants applying must be legally authorized to work in the country of employment.