Position Overview:
The Office of Information Technology (OIT) at the University of Minnesota is seeking an experienced cloud network engineer to support the development and implementation of cloud technologies that advance our core mission of academics, research, and outreach. Candidates should have full lifecycle experience with hybrid clouds including: architecture/design, build, and ongoing operational support. This is an exciting opportunity to define and operationalize cloud services in Azure, Google Cloud, and/or AWS through robust automation and CI/CD pipelines. Ideal candidates will have excellent technical and interpersonal skills (elevated EQ), an ability to work with users and technologists with varying levels of experience and a strong commitment to supporting an environment of trust, collaboration, and mission-focused work. 

Compensation: $101,000 - $113,000 (depending on experience) 

We Offer:
University paid contribution (10% of your salary) to your retirement account - vested immediately.
22 paid vacation days per year, in addition to sick leave and 11 paid holidays.
Reduced tuition opportunities covering 75% - 100% of eligible tuition.
Excellent and affordable health care benefits.
Wellness program with opportunity to earn lower health care rates.
Free disability insurance.
Annual merit increase program.

Job Responsibilities:
Use APIs and automation tools such as Terraform to enable cloud-native network services in conjunction with upper-stack needs to leverage infrastructure as code
Serve as the liaison between the cloud team and the network team for cloud networking strategy and implementation
Work with network architects and engineers to create standards and patterns for cloud network services
Design and implement virtual private cloud (VPC) networks using cloud-native peering and traditional routing protocols
Establish and refine process for the configuration and maintenance of cloud-native firewalls
Establish and refine processes for the configuration and maintenance of cloud-native DNS/DHCP/IP Address Management (DDI)
Establish and refine processes for the configuration and maintenance of cloud-native load balancing services
Develop detailed technical processes and supporting documentation for cloud network services
Participate in troubleshooting and service restoration efforts for cloud network services
services
Plan and execute code upgrades for cloud network services
Participate in on-call rotation approximately twice per year

*Please document qualifications on resume.


Required Qualifications:
BA/BS plus at least two years of experience, or master’s degree
Cloud networking experience in one or more platforms: Azure, AWS, Google, on-premise cloud
Solid understanding of network technologies (Cisco route/switch, firewall, load balancing, DNS)
Strong scripting skills (ability to write Bash script, Python, Terraform, etc.)
Familiar with infrastructure as code concepts using CI/CD pipelines (development, staging and production).

About University of Minnesota Twin Cities

The University of Minnesota, founded in the belief that all people are enriched by understanding, is dedicated to the advancement of learning and the search for truth; to the sharing of this knowledge through education for a diverse community; and to the application of this knowledge to benefit the people of the state, the nation, and the world.

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