Role Type: Cloud Engineer II
Location: Remote - Colombia
Timezone: EST
Work Type: Contract - 40 hours or more per week, but not guaranteed
Pay Range: $18.00 - $22.50 USD hr
English Level: B2 or above
Core Responsibilities:
* Design and implement cloud networking solutions in cloud and hybrid environments, including configuring and managing virtual networks (VNETs), subnets, peering, VPNs, and dedicated connections like Express Route or Direct Connect. Implement security measures such as Network Security Groups (NSGs) and firewalls.
* Support network architecture and infrastructure planning for complex cloud migration and modernization projects, building scalable, secure, and reliable network foundations.
* Optimize and secure network traffic using load balancers (Azure Load Balancer, Application Gateway, F5, NGINX), DNS, and routing protocols. Implement network segmentation, traffic inspection, and encryption to ensure compliance.
* Automate network deployments by collaborating with DevOps and security teams to build and maintain Infrastructure as Code (IaC) templates using tools like Terraform, Bicep, or CloudFormation.
* Monitor and troubleshoot cloud network performance across multi-cloud or hybrid environments, providing escalation support for networking incidents and changes to ensure quick resolution and minimal downtime.
Must Have Requirements:
* Education: Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent work experience.
* Experience: Minimum 6 years as a Cloud Engineer or Network Engineer, with a focus on major cloud platforms (Azure, AWS, or GCP).
* Cloud Networking Expertise: Strong hands-on knowledge of cloud networking concepts and services, including Azure VNETs or AWS VPCs, VPNs, Express Route/Direct Connect, and network protocols like BGP and IPsec.
* Core Networking Knowledge: Deep understanding of TCP/IP, routing, DNS, firewall rule sets, and experience with appliances such as F5 BIG-IP, Palo Alto, or Fortinet in cloud and hybrid setups.
* Automation & CI/CD: Proficiency with Infrastructure as Code (IaC) tools like Terraform or Bicep, and experience with CI/CD pipelines using tools like GitHub Actions or Ansible.
* Communication & Remote Work: Strong English communication skills (B1 CEFR equivalent) for active participation in daily stand-ups and technical discussions. Reliable internet connection for video calls.
Preferred Qualifications:
* Industry-recognized certifications such as Azure Network Engineer Associate, AWS Advanced Networking, or CCNP.
* Proficiency in scripting languages like PowerShell, Python, or Bash for automation and custom solutions.
* Experience with enterprise-scale network migrations or multi-cloud deployments, including F5 BIG-IP.
* Familiarity with monitoring tools such as Grafana or Prometheus.
* Knowledge of virtualization (VMware/Hyper-V), Windows Server/Linux Server, Active Directory/Group Policies, and IaaS/PaaS services.
Fenix Project Hiring Requirements:
* Residency requirement applies; visa sponsorship is not offered.
* Applicants must demonstrate B1 level of English proficiency or higher.
