Sr Lead Engineer Cloud

We are seeking a Senior Lead Cloud Engineer a hands-on technical expert with an engineering and innovation mindset to design build and operate the foundational cloud infrastructure that powers our this role you will lead the architecture and implementation of scalable secure and highly available cloud platforms on AWS while driving the enablement of AI-ready cloud foundations that support large-scale cloud AI and machine learning solution deployment. You will also bring experience applying AI and automation to cloud platform engineering itself using intelligent tooling to improve platform operations accelerate delivery and drive continuous innovation. You will mentor engineers shape cloud strategy and ensure our platform meets the highest standards of reliability security and operational excellence. This is a high-impact opportunity to lead transformational cloud initiatives work with cutting-edge technologies and define the future of our enterprise cloud platform in a collaborative innovation-driven environment.

Key Responsibilities and Duties

• Lead the design implementation and lifecycle management of enterprise-grade cloud platform infrastructure on AWS with a focus on scalability resilience and security

• Architect and deliver cloud foundations specifically optimized to enable scaled AI and machine learning solution deployment including compute networking storage and security patterns for AI workloads

• Apply AI-driven tooling automation and intelligent operations to cloud platform engineering including AIOps predictive monitoring anomaly detection and AI-assisted infrastructure management

• Develop and maintain infrastructure-as-code (Terraform/OpenTofu) to enable automated repeatable and self-service provisioning at scale

• Establish and enforce cloud governance security guardrails compliance controls and architectural standards across accounts and environments

• Drive observability monitoring and operational excellence initiatives to ensure platform reliability performance and proactive issue resolution

• Partner with development DevOps SRE security and AI/ML teams to enable self-service platform capabilities and accelerate time-to-value for consuming teams

• Lead cloud migration and modernization initiatives including workload onboarding optimization and platform rationalization

• Evaluate prototype and pilot emerging cloud and AI technologies to inform platform direction and drive innovation

• Serve as a senior technical thought leader and mentor fostering a culture of engineering excellence continuous improvement and innovation

Educational Requirements

• University (Degree) Preferred

Work Experience

• 5 Years Required; 7 Years Preferred

Physical Requirements

• Physical Requirements: Sedentary Work

Career Level
9IC

Required Skills:

• 5 years of progressive experience in cloud engineering infrastructure or platform engineering roles
• Deep hands-on expertise across AWS services spanning compute networking storage containers security and AI/ML.
• Demonstrated experience designing and delivering cloud foundations that enable AI and machine learning workloads at scale including GPU compute high-throughput storage and secure model serving infrastructure
• Hands-on experience applying AI and automation to cloud platform operations such as AIOps platforms AI-assisted infrastructure tooling or intelligent observability solutions
• Proven experience designing and operating multi-account cloud environments using AWS Control Tower AWS Organizations and Account Factory for Terraform (AFT)
• Strong expertise in cloud security IAM zero-trust principles and compliance frameworks relevant to regulated industries
• Strong infrastructure-as-code proficiency with Terraform OpenTofu or CloudFormation including module design state management and pipeline integration
• Proficiency in scripting and automation using Python Bash or similar languages
• Demonstrated ability to lead complex technical initiatives influence cross-functional teams and mentor senior engineers

Preferred Skills:

• AWS certifications: Solutions Architect Professional AI Specialty
• Experience with AI/ML platforms and tooling such as Bedrock AgentCore etc
• Multi-cloud experience (GCP Azure OCI) with understanding of cloud-to-cloud connectivity and governance patterns
• Experience with AIOps platforms or AI-assisted cloud management tooling ( or similar)
• Familiarity with FinOps practices and cloud cost optimization tooling
• Experience leading large-scale cloud migration or modernization programs in regulated industries such as financial services or healthcare

Anticipated Posting End Date:

Actual base salary may vary based upon but not limited to relevant experience time in role base salary of internal peers prior performance business sector and geographic addition to base salary the competitive compensation package may include depending on the role participation in an incentive program linked to performance (for example annual discretionary incentive programs non-annual sales incentive plans or other non-annual incentive plans).

Company Overview

Every worker deserves a secure retirement. For more than 100 years TIAA has delivered it for millions of people. Founded to help educators retire with dignity today weʼre a market-leading retirement company fueled by world-class asset management. But weʼre not just another legacy financial services firm. Weʼre fighting harder than ever before for our clients and the many Americans who need us.

Our Culture of Impact

At TIAA were on a mission to build on our 100 year legacy of delivering for our clients while evolving to meet tomorrows challenges. We equip our associates with future-focused skills and AI tools that enable us to advance our mission. Together we are fighting to ensure a more secure financial future for all and for generations to come. We are guided by our values: Champion Our People Be Client Obsessed Lead with Integrity Own It and Win As One. They influence every decision we make and how we work together to serve our clients every day. We thrive in a collaborative in-office environment where teams work across organizational boundaries with shared purpose accelerating innovation and delivering meaningful results. Our workplace brings together TIAA and Nuveens entrepreneurial spirit where we work hard and work together to create lasting impact. Here every associate can grow through meaningful learning experiences and development pathwaysbecause when our people succeed our impact on clients lives grows stronger.

Benefits and Total Rewards

The organization is committed to making financial well-being possible for its clients and is equally committed to the well-being of our associates. Thats why we offer a comprehensive Total Rewards package designed to make a positive difference in the lives of our associates and their loved ones. Our benefits include a superior retirement program and highly competitive health wellness and work life offerings that can help you achieve and maintain your best possible physical emotional and financial well-being. To learn more about your benefits please review our Benefits Summary.

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