As a Senior Windows and Cloud Engineer you will make an impact by directly crafting the reliability, scalability, and automation of critical infrastructure. You’ll play a key role in optimizing cloud-based operations, ensuring high availability, and driving automation across deployments. Your hands-on experience with Google Cloud Platform (GCP), Terraform, and Ansible, allowing you to expand your cloud expertise while making a tangible impact. You'll work with multi-functional teams, tackle complex challenges, and implement outstanding solutions that improve efficiency and performance. You will be a valued member of our Infrastructure Practice and work collaboratively with our Service Delivery Manager.
In this role, you will
- Manage and maintain Windows-based infrastructure to ensure high availability and efficient performance.
- Automate infrastructure deployment using Terraform, streamlining provisioning and management.
- Leverage Ansible for configuration management and automation of repetitive tasks.
- Lead all aspects of application deployments and infrastructure management on Google Cloud.
- Monitor and resolve system performance to maintain operational excellence.
- Coordinate with diverse teams to build and implement scalable, secure infrastructure solutions.
- Provide technical mentorship to team members on infrastructure processes.
- Ensure compliance with security policies and industry standards.
- Develop and maintain documentation for infrastructure configurations and processes.
- Participate in on-call rotations to provide 24/7 support for critical infrastructure.
- Continuously assess and improve existing infrastructure and automation processes.
- Stay ahead of industry trends and new technologies to keep infrastructure modern and efficient
What you’ll need to succeed (required skills)
- A proven track record of 6 or more years in managing Windows-based systems.
- Top-tier experience with Terraform for infrastructure automation.
- Proficiency in using Ansible for configuration management.
- Detailed knowledge of GCP services and deployments.
What will help you stand out (preferred skills)
- Outstanding resolution and problem-solving skills.
- Proficient in standard processes for infrastructure management.
- Effective communication and teamwork skills.
At Cognizant, we're eager to meet people who believe in our mission and can make an impact in various ways. We strongly encourage you to apply even if you only meet the required skills listed. Consider what transferrable experience and skills make you a unique applicant and help us see how you'd be beneficial to this role.
Cognizant will only consider applicants for this position who are legally authorized to work in Canada without requiring employer sponsorship, now or at any time in the future.
Working arrangements
We believe hybrid work is the way forward as we strive to provide flexibility wherever possible. Based on this role’s business requirements, this is a hybrid position requiring 2 days a week in a client or Cognizant office in Mississauga, ON. Regardless of your working arrangement, we are here to support a healthy work-life balance though our various wellbeing programs.
Note: The working arrangements for this role are accurate as of the date of posting. This may change based on the project you’re engaged in, as well as business and client requirements. Rest assured; we will always be clear about role expectations.
Post closing date
Applications will be accepted until March 7, 2025
The Cognizant community:
We are a high caliber team who appreciate and support one another. Our people uphold an energetic, collaborative and inclusive workplace where everyone can thrive.
- Cognizant is a global community with more than 300,000+ associates around the world.
- We don’t just dream of a better way – we make it happen.
- We take care of our people, clients, company, communities and climate by doing what’s right.
- We foster an innovative environment where you can build the career path that’s right for you.
About us:
Cognizant is one of the world's leading professional services companies, transforming clients' business, operating, and technology models for the digital era. Our unique industry-based, consultative approach helps clients envision, build, and run more innovative and efficient businesses. Headquartered in the U.S., Cognizant (a member of the NASDAQ-100 and one of Forbes World’s Best Employers 2024) is consistently listed among the most admired companies in the world. Learn how Cognizant helps clients lead with digital at www.cognizant.com
Our commitment to diversity and inclusion:
Cognizant is an equal opportunity employer that embraces diversity, champions equity and values inclusion. We are dedicated to nurturing a community where everyone feels heard, accepted and welcome. Your application and candidacy will not be considered based on race, color, sex, religion, creed, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, veteran status or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state or local laws.
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Disclaimer:
Compensation information is accurate as of the date of this posting. Cognizant reserves the right to modify this information at any time, subject to applicable law.
Applicants may be required to attend interviews in person or by video conference. In addition, candidates may be required to present their current state or government issued ID during each interview.