Overview:
PepsiCo Data BI & Integration Platforms is seeking an experienced Cloud Platform technology leader, responsible for overseeing the design, deployment, and maintenance of Enterprise Data Foundation cloud infrastructure initiative on Azure/AWS.
The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience with AWS/GCP services – Infrastructure as Code (IaC), platform provisioning & administration, cloud network design, cloud security principles and automation.
Responsibilities:
- Provide guidance and support for application migration, modernization, and transformation projects, leveraging cloud-native technologies and methodologies.
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Implement cloud infrastructure policies, standards, and best practices, ensuring cloud environment adherence to security and regulatory requirements.
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Design, deploy and optimize cloud-based infrastructure using AWS/GCP services that meet the performance, availability, scalability, and reliability needs of our applications and services.
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Drive troubleshooting of cloud infrastructure issues, ensuring timely resolution and root cause analysis by partnering with global cloud center of excellence & enterprise application teams, and PepsiCo premium cloud partners (AWS,GCP).
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Establish and maintain effective communication and collaboration with internal and external stakeholders, including business leaders, developers, customers, and vendors.
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Develop Infrastructure as Code (IaC) to automate provisioning and management of cloud resources. Write and maintain scripts for automation and deployment using PowerShell, Python, or GCP/AWS CLI.
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Work with stakeholders to document architectures, configurations, and best practices.
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Knowledge of cloud security principles around data protection, identity and access Management (IAM), compliance and regulatory, threat detection and prevention, disaster recovery and business continuity.
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Performance Tuning: Monitor performance, identify bottlenecks, and implement optimizations.
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Capacity Planning: Plan and manage cloud resources to ensure scalability and availability.
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Database Design and Development: Design, develop, and implement databases in Azure/AWS.
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Manage cloud platform operations with a focus on FinOps support, optimizing resource utilization, cost visibility, and governance across multi-cloud environments.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in computer science.
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At least 10 to 12 years of experience in IT cloud infrastructure, architecture and operations, including security, with at least 8 years in a technical leadership role
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Strong knowledge of cloud architecture, design, and deployment principles and practices, including microservices, serverless, containers, and DevOps.
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Deep expertise in AWS/GCP big data & analytics technologies, including Databricks, real time data ingestion, data warehouses, serverless ETL, No SQL databases, DevOps, Kubernetes, virtual machines, web/function apps, monitoring and security tools.
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Strong understanding of cloud cost management, with hands-on experience in usage analytics, budgeting, and cost optimization strategies across multi-cloud platforms.
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Proficiency along with hands experience on google cloud integration tools, GCP platform, workspace administration, Apigee integration management, Security Saas tools, Big Query and other GA related tools.
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Deep expertise in AWS/GCP networking and security fundamentals, including network endpoints & network security groups, firewalls, external/internal DNS, load balancers, virtual networks and subnets.
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Proficient in scripting and automation tools, such as PowerShell, Python, Terraform, and Ansible.
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Excellent problem-solving, analytical, and communication skills, with the ability to explain complex technical concepts to non-technical audiences.
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Certifications in AWS/GCP platform administration, networking and security are preferred.
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Strong self-organization, time management and prioritization skills
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A high level of attention to detail, excellent follow through, and reliability
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Strong collaboration, teamwork and relationship building skills across multiple levels and functions in the organization
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Ability to listen, establish rapport, and credibility as a strategic partner vertically within the business unit or function, as well as with leadership and functional teams
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Strategic thinker focused on business value results that utilize technical solutions
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Strong communication skills in writing, speaking, and presenting
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Capable to work effectively in a multi-tasking environment.
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Fluent in English language.