Manager, Cloud Engineering Manager, Cloud Engineering Specialized is seeking a Manager, Cloud Engineering to lead our dynamic team. This role involves overseeing the management and enhancement of our cloud infrastructure, ensuring the successful implementation of DevOps practices, and guiding the team towards achieving operational excellence. Managerial Responsibilities * Provide strong leadership and mentorship to the cloud engineering team, fostering a collaborative and innovative environment. * Develop and execute strategic plans for cloud infrastructure growth and optimization. * Oversee project timelines, deliverables, and resource allocation to ensure successful project completion. * Implement performance metrics and monitoring systems to track team progress and cloud infrastructure health. * Act as the primary point of contact for stakeholders, ensuring clear communication and alignment on cloud engineering initiatives. * Manage budgets and financial planning for cloud engineering projects and initiatives. * Identify potential risks and develop mitigation strategies to ensure the stability and security of cloud infrastructure. Technical Responsibilities * Analyze developer needs through use cases and requirements gathering to propose optimal architectures. * Identify components, frameworks, and best-in-class patterns for seamless integration within our software products. * Participate in building high-performance, scalable, and secure applications. * Collaborate with engineering teams to enhance deployments, automate processes, and secure the overall landscape. * Create and maintain high-quality documentation. Managerial Qualifications * Demonstrated experience in leading and managing engineering teams, with a focus on cloud infrastructure. * Ability to develop and execute strategic plans that align with organizational goals. * Strong project management skills, including the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously. * Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively convey complex technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders. * Experience in budget management and financial planning for engineering projects. * Ability to identify risks and develop effective mitigation strategies. * Strong decision-making skills, with the ability to make informed choices that benefit the team and organization. Technical Qualifications * Demonstrated experience in AWS services (VPC, ECS, Lambda, API Gateway, RDS, S3, CloudWatch) with at least 5 years in system or network administration. * Proficiency in tools like Terraform or CloudFormation. * Working knowledge of container technologies such as Docker, ECS, or Kubernetes. * Experience with Git and cloud-based Git providers like GitHub, GitLab, or Bitbucket. * Familiarity with CI/CD tools such as GitHub Actions or Jenkins. * Exceptional understanding of TCP/IP, DNS, HTTP, and SSL. * Knowledge of routers, firewalls, load balancers. * Experience in languages like Bash and Python * Experience working within compliance frameworks (e.g., ISO 27001, SOC2) and ensuring requirements are met. * Strong customer focus, ownership, urgency, and drive. * Strong self-initiative, interpersonal skills, and the ability to quickly synthesize new ideas and concepts. Ways to Stand Out * A self-starter who identifies problems, proposes solutions, and takes initiative. * Passionate with a positive, can-do attitude. * Demonstrates out-of-the-box thinking for innovative solutions to complex problems. * A fun and enthusiastic teammate who enjoys challenges and celebrates successes. * An interest in cycling, endurance sports technology, or general fitness technologies is highly regarded. PAY Below is a summary of compensation elements for this role at the company if based in the following locations: California Base Pay Range: ($99,843 - $173,728 ) * At Specialized, your base pay is one part of your total compensation package and will depend on your work experience, skills, certification, and location. BENEFITS Along with competitive pay, as a full-time teammate you are eligible for the following benefits beginning 30 days from date of hire. Benefits include: * Along with competitive pay, as a full-time teammate you are eligible for the following benefits beginning 30 days from date of hire. Benefits include: * PPO, EPO, HMO Kaiser and HDHP competitive Healthcare benefit plans offered (which include coverage for acupuncture and physical therapy) * Dental and Vision plan * Health Savings Account with a company paid HSA Contribution when enrolled in the High Deductible Aetna medical plan with HSA * 401(k) Matching up to $5,000 plus company paid retirement plan fees * Profit Sharing Plan * Company paid Basic Life, AD&D, short-term and long-term disability insurance * Employee Assistance program * Sick, Vacation and Paid Holidays * Employee discounts and perk program We want to increase representation of all races, genders, and body types in the cycling industry and are committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce where all people thrive. We encourage everyone - especially those from marginalized groups - to apply to our job postings and help us earn the position as the rider's brand of choice. We are always looking for creative, innovative, and passionate people who are eager to contribute to our mission of pedaling the planet forward. Regardless of your qualifications, if you are ready to make a difference, please apply and let us know how you can make an impact at Specialized! See what we are up to on LinkedIn, Instagram, and most importantly, our #DogsofSpecialized. * Parental Leave * Specialized bike for new baby * Education and events reimbursement For additional information on benefits and perks, please visit: https://benefits.specialized.com