Cloud Solutions and Automation Engineer

University of Pittsburgh

University of Pittsburgh

Software Engineering
Pittsburgh, PA, USA
Posted on Sep 17, 2025
Cloud Solutions and Automation Engineer
SVC HS Information Technology - Pennsylvania-Pittsburgh - (25005155)

Health Sciences IT (HSIT) is seeking a skilled and motivated Cloud Solutions and Automation Engineer to join our team. The HSIT research team provides support for the six schools of the health sciences. The ideal candidate will be responsible for the design, configuration, and maintenance of cloud environments (AWS and Azure) to support a variety of health science research projects, ranging from basic science to clinical trials. The candidate must be comfortable working in both Linux and Windows environments and have experience deploying containers in container services in both clouds.

Job Summary

Installs, configures, and maintains systems and associated infrastructure at the enterprise level. Assists in designing architecture and planning deployment of complex servers and associated infrastructure. Evaluates and recommends effective tools for system and infrastructure maintenance and support. Architects and evaluates system enhancements to be implemented and serves as escalation and a top-tier point of contact for complex installation and upgrades.

Essential Functions

• Design, configure, maintain, and document services in cloud environments (AWS and Azure).
• Identify the best cloud solutions for various health science research projects.
• Deploy containers, container services, and registries in both clouds.
• Understand networking components in both clouds and container services.
• Support on-prem servers, containers, and file shares in a VCenter environment.
• Write automation scripts and adopt an infrastructure-as-code mindset.
• Experience with CFTs and Bicep or similar deployment scripting languages.
• Communicate effectively with study teams.
• Serve as the expert on cloud-related questions.
• Deploy web applications in both clouds and utilize associated services.
• Keep security top of mind as we deal with sensitive data and work closely with the University Security team.

Physical Effort

Light, Little physical effort. Duties are primarily Sedentary. May be required to move objects up to 25 pounds occasionally.

Assignment Category Full-time regular
Job Classification Staff.Systems Engineer II
Job Family Information Technology
Job Sub-Family Systems Administration
Campus Pittsburgh
Minimum Education Level Required Bachelor's Degree
Minimum Years of Experience Required 7
Will this position accept substitution in lieu of education or experience? Combination of education and relevant experience will be considered in lieu of education and/ or experience requirement.
Additional details about Required Licensure/Certification Preferred Qualifications: • AWS/Azure certifications • Experience with Horizon and VDI
Work Schedule Monday-Friday; 9am-5:30pm
Work Arrangement Hybrid: Combination of On-Campus and Remote work as determined by the department.
Hiring Range TBD Based Upon Qualifications
Relocation Offered No
Visa Sponsorship Provided No
Background Check For position finalists, employment with the University will require successful completion of a background check
Child Protection Clearances Not Applicable
Required Documents Resume
Optional Documents Not Applicable