Cloud Engineer - Azure

Role : Cloud Engineer

location : Dallas TX ( Coppell office - Hybrid, NO REMOTE)

Blue Yonder is a leading supply chain software company that provides intelligent solutions for businesses worldwide. Our mission is to help our clients optimize their supply chain operations through cutting-edge technology and data-driven insights. We’re looking for an experienced Azure engineers to join a team tasked with automating and bringing efficiencies to product delivery on the Azure platform.

The Execution Machine Learning team works closely with sales, product, and engineering teams to design and implement the next-generation retail solutions. Data Science team members are tasked with turning both small, sparse, and massive data into actionable insights with measurable improvements to the customer bottom line. They use rigorous analysis and repeatable processes to implement black box and interpretable models. 

Our machine learning platform ingests data in real-time, processes information from millions of retail items to serve deep learning models, and produces billions of predictions daily 

Summary:

As a Cloud Engineer, you will be responsible for designing, deploying, configuring, and maintaining large-scale Apache Flink and Apache Beam clusters on Kubernetes within the Azure cloud platform. You will collaborate with data engineers, data scientists, and other stakeholders to ensure these clusters meet performance, scalability, and availability requirements in a Kubernetes and Azure environment.

Responsibilities:

Provision and manage Azure resources required for Apache Flink and Apache Beam clusters, including Azure Kubernetes Service (AKS) clusters, Storage, and Networking components.

Collaborate with architecture teams to design Flink and Beam clusters optimized for Kubernetes and Azure.

Implement orchestration tools to automate repetitive tasks and streamline workflows.

Define Kubernetes configurations, including pods, services, and ingress controllers.

Deploy, configure, and maintain Apache Flink and Apache Beam clusters on Kubernetes.

Optimize resource utilization and cost efficiency through capacity planning and performance tuning.

Implement automation scripts, Helm charts, and Kubernetes Operators for cluster deployments and updates.

Set up Azure Monitor and Log Analytics to monitor the performance and health of Flink and Beam clusters.

Create custom monitoring and alerting solutions using Azure Monitor.

Monitor cloud infrastructure for security vulnerabilities and take appropriate actions to mitigate risks.

Configure auto-scaling and resource optimization strategies to handle varying workloads efficiently.

Implement Azure Auto scale for dynamic resource allocation.

Provide training to team members on managing these clusters within the Azure environment.

Collaborate with data engineering, data science, and Azure cloud teams to align cluster architecture with business objectives.

Communicate effectively with stakeholders regarding the status, issues, and enhancements of the Azure-based Flink and Beam clusters.

Identify and resolve technical issues related to cloud infrastructure and services.

Document cloud architecture, processes, and procedures for knowledge sharing and future reference.

Qualifications:

Bachelor's or higher degree in Computer Science or a related field.

5+ years of experience building high-performance distributed systems, solving large-scale engineering challenges.

Proven experience in setting up and managing Apache Flink and Apache Beam clusters on Kubernetes at scale.

2 + years experience in running Data pipelines on Apache Flink at scale.

Strong understanding of Kubernetes concepts, including pod management, ingress controllers, and stateful sets.

Proficiency in Azure AKS and Azure Kubernetes integration.

Kubernetes certifications (e.g., Certified Kubernetes Administrator) are a plus.

Experience with DevOps practices and tools for Kubernetes.

Excellent problem-solving and communication skills.

Preferred Skills:

Certification in Apache Flink and Apache Beam or related technologies.

Familiarity with other Azure services and cloud-native technologies.

Knowledge of stream processing and big data technologies.

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The salary range for this position is: USD $109,441.00 – $159,435.00
The salary range information provided reflects the anticipated base salary range for this remote / virtual position based on current national data and applicable jurisdiction regulations. 

Minimums and maximums may vary based on location. Individual salary will be commensurate with skills, experience, certifications or licenses, and other relevant factors. In addition, this role will be eligible to participate in either the annual performance bonus or commission program, determined by the nature of the position. 

At Blue Yonder, we care about the wellbeing of our employees and those most important to them. This is reflected in our robust benefits package and options that includes: 
Comprehensive Medical, Dental and Vision 
401K with Matching 
Flexible Time Off 
Corporate Fitness Program 
Wellbeing Days 
A variety of voluntary benefits such as; Legal Plans, Accident and Hospital Indemnity, Pet Insurance and much more

At Blue Yonder, we are committed to a workplace that genuinely fosters inclusion and belonging in which everyone can share their unique voices and talents in a safe space. We continue to be guided by our core values and are proud of our diverse culture as an equal opportunity employer. We understand that your career search may look different than others, and embrace the professional, personal, educational, and volunteer opportunities through which people gain experience. 

The salary range information provided, reflects the anticipated base salary range for this position based on current national data. Minimums and maximums may vary based on location. Individual salary will be commensurate with skills, experience, certifications or licenses and other relevant factors. In addition, this role will be eligible to participate in either the annual performance bonus or commission program, determined by the nature of the position.

At Blue Yonder, we care about the wellbeing of our employees and those most important to them. This is reflected in our robust benefits package and options that includes: 

• Comprehensive Medical, Dental and Vision 

• 401K with Matching 

• Flexible Time Off 

• Corporate Fitness Program 

• A variety of voluntary benefits such as; Legal Plans, Accident and Hospital Indemnity, Pet Insurance and much more

At Blue Yonder, we are committed to a workplace that genuinely fosters inclusion and belonging in which everyone can share their unique voices and talents in a safe space. We continue to be guided by our core values and are proud of our diverse culture as an equal opportunity employer. We understand that your career search may look different than others, and embrace the professional, personal, educational, and volunteer opportunities through which people gain experience.

Our Values

If you want to know the heart of a company, take a look at their values. Ours unite us. They are what drive our success – and the success of our customers. Does your heart beat like ours? Find out here: Core Values

Diversity, Inclusion, Value & Equity (DIVE) is our strategy for fostering an inclusive environment we can be proud of. Check out Blue Yonder's inaugural Diversity Report which outlines our commitment to change, and our video celebrating the differences in all of us in the words of some of our associates from around the world.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.