CLOUD PLATFORM ENGINEER SKILLS, EXPERIENCE, AND JOB REQUIREMENTS

Published: July 23, 2024 - The Cloud Platform Engineer brings robust system administration and scripting capabilities, with deep expertise in cloud technologies from Azure, AWS, and GCP. Proficient in Linux server administration and database systems like MSSQL and PostgreSQL, they excel in fast-paced, collaborative settings. Certifications in Python, Azure, LPI, Microsoft, and Postgres underscore their technical proficiency and commitment to continuous learning.

Essential Hard and Soft Skills for a Standout Cloud Platform Engineer Resume
  • Cloud Computing
  • System Administration
  • Scripting
  • SDLC Understanding
  • Linux Server Management
  • Database Management
  • Web Server Configuration
  • Python Programming
  • Network Security
  • API Integration
  • Interpersonal Communication
  • Team Collaboration
  • Problem Solving
  • Adaptability
  • Project Management
  • Attention to Detail
  • Strategic Thinking
  • Time Management
  • Facilitation
  • Written and Verbal Communication Skills

Summary of Cloud Platform Engineer Knowledge and Qualifications on Resume

1. BA in Computer Science with 4 years of Experience

  • Experience working with IaaS/Cloud services of Azure (preferred), AWS and/or GCP
  • Understanding of application and IP protocols: TCP/IP, UDP, DNS, HTTP, SSL, SSH
  • Knowledge of standards, protocols, and data formats: JSON, XML, REST, XML-RPC, OAuth, SAML
  • Experience working with BitBucket, Git, CVS
  • Knowledge of bug tracking and documentation systems such as Jira and Confluence
  • Experience working with monitoring tools such as Zabbix, Prometheus, Grafana, etc
  • Solid understanding of API concepts and types
  • Experience working with API, manual execution as well as automating by writing scripts
  • Experience writing and optimizing SQL queries
  • Understanding of subscription-based services, subscriptions lifecycle and billing concepts
  • Experience working with Cloud Blue Commerce (formerly known as Odin Automation)

2. BA in Information Technology with 3 years of Experience

  • Experience as a System Administrator or related position
  • Excellent system administration skills
  • Scripting or development experience and understanding of SDLC
  • A clear understanding of cloud technologies and offerings from Azure, AWS, and GCP
  • Excellent interpersonal, facilitation, and communication skills
  • Able to thrive in a fast-paced environment with strong teamwork abilities
  • Demonstrated strong written communication and speaking skills
  • Fluent in English written/verbal communication
  • Good experience in writing scripts in bash and/or PowerShell
  • Good Linux Server Administration skills – CentOS, Redhat
  • Good WebServers & Databases – Tomcat, Apache, MSSQL, Azure SQL, PostgreSQL
  • Python, Azure, LPI, Microsoft, Postgres, MSSQL certifications 

3. BA in Software Engineering with 5 years of Experience

  • Several years of relevant professional experience with hybrid infrastructures and cloud services (SaaS, IaaS, PaaS) from various vendors such as Microsoft (M365 / Azure), AWS, and others
  • Knowledge of security standards and security technologies in a hybrid infrastructure environment such as CASB, SSO, IAM, MFA
  • Familiarity with topics such as containers, cloud-native, CI/CD pipelines, Infrastructure as Code, Terraform, Ansible, cloud monitoring
  • Fluent English is a requirement, German or French language skills are desirable
  • Deeper knowledge of Kubernetes internals
  • Experience with database technologies such as MySQL, MongoDB, or Postgres is desirable along with a healthy exposure to shell scripting and coding in Golang.
  • Experience with AWS Transit Gateway, CloudFront, and API Gateway
  • Experience with service Mesh (Istio)
  • Understand the RED method and the four golden signals for monitoring microservices.
  • Experience with Kubernetes and Docker

4. BA in Network Engineering with 2 years of Experience

  • ​Fluent in Linux (CentOS or similar)
  • Experience with configuration management tools (Chef/Puppet/Ansible) and how to administer 
  • Experience with large-scale distributed infrastructure systems, good understanding of Data Centers and provisioning/managing infrastructure resources (Compute/Network/Storage)
  • Experience in programming languages like Python, Ruby, or Java and scripting in the Linux environment
  • Experience in systems/software development
  • Good communication skills and Solid Linux skills
  • A solid understanding of programming concepts and coding experience
  • A general knowledge of cloud computing and storage concepts
  • Experience with languages such as Go, python, and shell scripting
  • The ability to handle multiple critical tasks

5. BA in Systems Engineering with 6 years of Experience

  • Highly motivated self-starter with a builder's mindset, expect plenty of freedom and plenty of responsibilities
  • Proficiency in programming languages including (but not limited to) Python, Java, shell scripting
  • Highly skilled in continuous Integration software (Jenkins, Bitbucket Pipelines, TravisCI, CircleCI, AWS CodePipeline)
  • Highly skilled in continuous Delivery/Deployment software (Container technologies such as Docker, Kubernetes, Spinnaker, Terraform/AWS CloudFormation, AWS EC2/VMs)
  • Experience in public cloud technologies on AWS, Azure, GCP, etc.
  • Red Hat Certified Specialist in OpenShift Administration (or equivalent certification).
  • Experienced in RedHat OpenShift Component services in computing, storage, networking and monitoring of applications.
  • Experienced in creating RedHat Container Platform Clusters.
  • Strong experience in agile methodologies
  • Proven track record of delivering results under challenging circumstances
  • Good working knowledge of cloud technologies like AWS, Azure, and GCP

6. BA in Computer Science with 5 years of Experience

  • Proven experience supporting the platform in a 24x7 environment
  • Experience with Continuous Integration Continuous Deployment (CICD) and Infrastructure As Code (IAC)
  • Knowledge of public cloud (AWS, GPC, or Azure) infrastructure at scale 
  • Knowledge of Kubernetes/Containers/Istio/Envoy/Terraform etc.
  • Self-motivated with the ability to motivate others to achieve common goals
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills
  • Experience with/or strong exposure to Go
  • Experience developing solutions in AWS, Azure, or GCP in a production environment
  • Distributed systems implementation experience and a familiarity with the design process
  • Proficiency in the following: Python, React.js, Java, JavaScript
  • Experience with CI/CD and DevOps methodologies
  • Experience building out CI toolchains using Jenkins CI/CD

7. BA in Information Technology with 4 years of Experience

  • Experience operating production software environments.
  • Professional working knowledge of the following technologies: Linux, Kubernetes, and Google Cloud Platform (GCP)
  • Experience with internet technologies (DNS, web servers, networking, load balancing, etc)
  • Proficient in programming language
  • Experience configuring monitoring and alerting tools (e.g. CloudWatch, DataDog, NewRelic).
  • Experience generating technical documentation.
  • Experience with continuous delivery platforms (e.g. Jenkins, CircleCI, Codeship).
  • Proficiency in Git and repository management.
  • Experience with Linux
  • An understanding of data science concepts: data lakes, SQL, data visualization suites
  • Strong technical and analytical troubleshooting skills and experience working in a technical support/network support role

8. BA in Software Engineering with 6 years of Experience

  • Excellent knowledge of backup and storage systems including Enterprise Solutions
  • Understanding backup solutions
  • Excellent knowledge of Virtualisation - VMware infrastructure suit.
  • Excellent knowledge of EMC SAN Technology
  • Ability to build relationships and trust, so business colleagues see as partner, focusing on creating value for the business
  • Being able to adopt a team-oriented approach to solving problems
  • Excellent communication and collaboration skills
  • A background in Systems Administration across Linux/AIX/WAS platforms, with strong scripting skills
  • Working knowledge of modern scripting languages e.g. Python
  • Good interpersonal skills and good English (B2+)
  • Experience in developing E2E tests (e.g. Selenium)

9. BA in Network Engineering with 3 years of Experience

  • Good understanding of object-oriented programming and OAuth2.
  • Development experience in Representational State Transfer Application Programming Interface (REST APIs) using Spring Boot or node.js., and required technologies line (Amazon Web Services (AWS), Azure, S3, Simple Notification Service (SNS), Simple Queue Service (SQS), etc.).
  • Experience in developing Web Services.
  • Experience in JavaScript, Cascading Style Sheets (CSS), and Sassy Cascading Style Sheets (SCSS) and proficiency in at least one modern web framework like Vue.js and React.
  • Experience in creating and implementing Continuous Integration/Continuous Delivery (CI/CD) process using Azure DevOps or Jenkins.
  • Ability to use software applications design tools and languages.
  • Ability to apply analytical and problem-solving skills.
  • Designing software applications running on multiple platform types.
  • Ability to effectively communicate design proposals and negotiate options.
  • Fluent in both English and German (written & spoken).