Cloud Infrastructure Engineer

Center for Biological Diversity•Portland, OR

2d•$85,000 - $105,000•Hybrid

About The Position

The Cloud Infrastructure Engineer manages and supports the organization’s cloud environments across AWS, Azure, and Digital Ocean, as well as DNS and security services through Cloudflare. This role administers Linux/Ubuntu, web stacks such as Apache and IIS, and application deployments using Python- and PHP-based frameworks. The Engineer also oversees cloud SQL database performance, email deliverability standards, and Python-driven eCRM integrations. This is a hands-on technical position with opportunities to influence infrastructure strategy and capacity planning.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field, or combination of equivalent experience necessary to perform the essential job duties and responsibilities
5+ years of experience with Linux/Ubuntu server administration
4+ years of experience with managing cloud platforms (AWS EC2, Azure, Digital Ocean, or equivalent)
4+ years of experience with SQL relational databases (MySQL, Postgres, Azure SQL or equivalent)
3+ years of experience with web server administration (IIS, Apache)
3+ years of experience with Python scripting for automation and system administration
Familiarity with PHP scripting or Powershell
Familiarity with Git and GitHub for version control and collaboration
Familiarity with eCRMs and email deliverability
Exposure to application deployment environments (Django, Flask, Laravel, or similar frameworks)
Exposure to CDN and DNS management (Cloudflare preferred)
Ability to work both independently and in a team environment
Ability to work 40+ hours per week

Responsibilities

Cloud Infrastructure Management & Operations
Administer Azure, AWS and Digital Ocean environments including EC2, Droplets and S3
Maintain Cloud database infrastructures, including performance tuning and optimization
Monitor system performance, capacity, and availability across all environments
Implement infrastructure as code (IaC) practices where practical
Contribute to capacity planning and infrastructure upgrades
Application Server Administration
Manage Apache web servers on Linux/Ubuntu systems
Manage Django/Flask/Python and Laravel/PHP application deployments
Manage WordPress CMS custom installations
Troubleshoot application performance issues
Maintain application server security, patches, and updates
Administer Windows IIS (Internet Information Services) web servers
Configure load balancing, SSL certificates, and routing
Support application releases implementing CI/CD pipelines where practical
Work with Security Engineer to ensure configurations are PCI compliant
Linux/Ubuntu Administration
Manage Ubuntu/Linux server configuration, patching, and updates
Configure networking, firewalls, and security policies on Linux
Monitor system logs and troubleshoot issues
Manage package repositories and software installation
Cloudflare Administration
Manage Cloudflare DNS configuration for organizational domains
Configure Cloudflare security features (DDoS protection, WAF, bot management)
Implement SSL/TLS certificates and HTTPS configurations
Configure caching policies and performance optimization
Monitor Cloudflare analytics and security logs
Business Continuity
Maintain redundancy and failover mechanisms for application systems
Contribute to business continuity plans
Ensure compliance with data retention policies
Email Deliverability
Monitor email deliverability standards and sender reputation
Configure SPF, DKIM, and DMARC records for organizational domains
Monitor email authentication compliance and investigate delivery failures
Manage email bounce rates, spam complaints, and blacklist issues
eCRM support
Support eCRM integrations
Build and maintain Python API data extractions from our eCRM
Collaboration & Support
Work with Database Administrator and SQL Developer on cloud database infrastructure tasks
Support Software Engineering team on deployment requirements
Coordinate with Network and Security Engineer on cloud infrastructure security and cloud networking
Provide backup and escalation support for cloud infrastructure issues
Serve as backup for tech support staff to handle end user requests when needed
Maintain cloud infrastructure documentation and procedures
Perform other job-related duties as assigned

Benefits

For regular staff working 30+ hours a week
Fully paid medical premiums for staff, and greatly discounted for families.
Fully paid dental and vision premiums for staff and their families.
Generous employer contribution to HSA and HRA’s.
Lifestyle Spending Account (LSA) provided for reimbursement of eligible wellness expenses.
Center paid premiums for Short Term and Long-Term Disability provided for all staff.
Center paid premiums for Basic Life Insurance for all staff.
Discounted premiums for pet discount program.
For all regular staff
403(b) plan with employer match and increasing employer paid contributions.
Generous time off policies, including 13 paid holidays per year and 5 “personal” days awarded each year.
Vacation accrual starts at a rate of 15 days annually, but it may be higher commensurate with experience, and paid sick days accrue at a rate of 10 days per year.
Center Paid Time Off for parental leave, personal leave, caretaker leave and even pet caretaker leave.
After 5 years of service, all employees receive a 12-week paid sabbatical.
Relaxed work atmosphere and dress code.