Cloud Engineer - Remote#26-08825
Waukesha, WI
Remote
Contract
Starts 9/02/2026
Ends 9/02/2027
Job Description
Genesis10 is currently seeking a Cloud Engineer for a Remote position with a Leading Geospatial Technology Firm. This is a full-time contract opportunity.
This role will provide technical expertise for Geographic Information Systems (GIS) cloud-related projects. The ideal candidate will perform cloud configurations, installations, and upgrades, modernize existing cloud solutions, and migrate on-premise systems for customers. This position serves as a cloud advisor, assisting with requirements workshops and addressing challenges related to cloud performance, scalability, and integration.
Responsibilities:
Provide technical cloud expertise for system design, implementation, assessment, consulting, hosting, and managed service engagements
Build and maintain cloud solutions based on prescribed architecture designs involving cloud infrastructure provisioning, service configuration, and resource optimization
Automate and orchestrate cloud solution deployments to support repeatable process development
Create and manage cloud-native and cloud-hosted database solutions, including enterprise geodatabases
Ensure cloud solutions and deliverables are thoroughly tested, vetted, and meet customer expectations
Contribute to GIS cloud Enterprise Architecture workshops and related discussions
Facilitate technical cloud deliverables for projects, including requirements gathering, test cases, and administration guides
Create and execute GIS cloud system tuning and system threshold testing procedures, analyze performance metrics, and develop rmendations
Serve as a mentor for others interested in cloud technologies to assist with knowledge transfer
Requirements:
Bachelor's Degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Systems Engineering, or other related discipline
8-11 years of work experience in cloud consulting and large-scale technology projects involving AWS or Microsoft Azure
3-7 years of work experience in enterprise GIS with abination of system implementation and system administration
Thorough background in deploying, configuring, administering, and supporting Esri ArcGIS products, including ArcGIS Enterprise, ArcGIS Pro, and ArcGIS Online
Hands-on experience administering Kubernetes, Docker, microservices, and other containerization solutions in the cloud
In-depth experience with cloud security configuration and best practices
Solid experience with Layer 4 and Layer 7 load balancing and reverse proxy solutions (e.g., F5 BIG-IP, NGINX, Azure Application Gateway, AWS Elastic Load Balancer)
Prior experience with Esri and open-source cloud monitoring and tuning tools (e.g., ArcGIS Monitor, Prometheus, or CloudWatch)
Demonstrated hands-on experience with cloud technologies such as VDI, VLANs, IAM, DNS, VPN, and virtualization platforms
Proven record of building, configuring, and supporting GIS cloud systems in enterprise production environments
Active and maintained professional-level cloud technology certification from at least one major cloud provider (AWS, Microsoft Azure, Google, or Oracle), or the ability to be certified within 3 months
Desired skills:
Familiarity with the pillars and concepts of the Esri, AWS, Microsoft, and Google Well Architected Frameworks (WAF)
Proficiency in one or more cloud deployment orchestration tools such as ArcGIS Cloud Builder, CloudFormation, Puppet, Chef, or Terraform
Aptitude in identifying single points of failure and implementing measures to reduce risk
Knowledge of Graphics Processing Unit (GPU) technologies from vendors such as NVIDIA and AMD
Excellent interpersonal, professional, and customer relations skills
Excellent written and oral/verbalmunication skills
Pay range: $65 - $70 per hour
Only candidates available and ready to work directly as Genesis10 employees will be considered for this position.
If you have the described qualifications and are interested in this exciting opportunity, please !
Ranked a Top Staffing Firm in the U.S. by Staffing Industry Analysts for six consecutive years, Genesis10 puts thousands of consultants and employees to work across the United States every year in contract, contract-for-hire, and permanent placement roles. With more than 300 active clients, Genesis10 provides access to many of the Fortune 100 firms and a variety of mid-market organizations across the full spectrum of industry verticals.
For contract roles, Genesis10 offers the benefits listed below. If this is a perm-placement opportunity, our recruiter can talk you through the unique benefits offered for that particular client. Benefits of Working with Genesis10:
Access to hundreds of clients, most who have been working with Genesis10 for 5-20+ years.
The opportunity to have a career-home in Genesis10; many of our consultants have been working exclusively with Genesis10 for years.
Access to an experienced, caring recruiting team (more than 7 years of experience, on average.)
Behavioral Health Platform
Medical, Dental, Vision
Health Savings Account
Voluntary Hospital Indemnity (Critical Illness & Accident)
Voluntary Term Life Insurance
401K
Sick Pay (for applicable states/municipalities)
Commuter Benefits (Dallas, NYC, SF, and Illinois)
For multiple years running, Genesis10 has been recognized as a Top Staffing Firm in the U.S., as a Best Company for Work-Life Balance, as a Best Company for Career Growth, for Diversity, and for Leadership, amongst others. To learn more and to view all our available career opportunities, please visit us at our website.
Genesis10 is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Candidates will receive consideration without regard to their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.