About GlobalFoundries:
GlobalFoundries is a leading full-service semiconductor foundry providing a unique combination of design, development, and fabrication services to some of the world’s most inspired technology companies. With a global manufacturing footprint spanning three continents, GlobalFoundries makes possible the technologies and systems that transform industries and give customers the power to shape their markets. For more information, visit www.gf.com.
Summary of Role:
Global Foundries IT organization is rapidly transforming our Cloud Engineering capabilities. We are expanding our Cloud Engineering team and are seeking a strategic and hands-on Senior Cloud Solutions Engineer to support ongoing mergers and acquisitions. The ideal candidate will have a strong foundation in AWS infrastructure, cloud networking, cloud security, automation, Infrastructure-as-code, CICD, and low-level system design. This role will work closely with our Integration Management Office, Enterprise Architecture and Cloud Engineering teams to integrate acquisitions into the Global Foundries ecosystem.
Essential Responsibilities:
Design and implement secure, scalable, and efficient AWS-based infrastructure solutions
Collaborate with architects and engineering teams to align cloud infrastructure with business and technical requirements
Develop and maintain infrastructure-as-code using tools like Terraform or CloudFormation
Automate cloud operations and deployment pipelines using CI/CD tools
Ensure compliance with security and governance standards across cloud environments
Troubleshoot and optimize cloud infrastructure for performance, reliability, and cost-efficiency
Contribute to the development of internal cloud standards and best practices
Other Responsibilities:
Perform all activities in a safe and responsible manner and support all Environmental, Health, Safety & Security requirements and programs.
Required Qualifications:
- 10+ years of experience in cloud infrastructure engineering, preferably in AWS environments and software development
Cloud native development experience, containerized, microservices based, and serverless technologies
Forward thinking approaches regarding integrating AI into development processes
Strong understanding of cloud networking, security principles, and system design
Proficiency in infrastructure-as-code tools (e.g., Terraform, CloudFormation)
Experience with CI/CD tools such as GitHub Actions, ADO Pipelines, or AWS CodePipeline
Familiarity with scripting languages (e.g., Python, Bash) for automation
Knowledge of compliance frameworks and secure cloud architecture
A positive and collaborative mindset
Skills
Cloud & Infrastructure Expertise
Deep knowledge of AWS services and architecture
Strong grasp of networking, compute, and storage fundamentals
Experience with hybrid cloud environments is a plus
Software Engineering:
Excellent in programming languages (Python, Java, Go, etc.)
Deep experience in cloud native development
Experience with software development methodologies (Agile, DevOps)
Understanding of CI/CD pipelines and tools (Jenkins, GitLab CI/CD)
Infrastructure as Code & Automation
Proficiency in Terraform, CloudFormation, or similar tools
CI/CD pipeline development and maintenance
Automation using Python, Bash, or similar scripting languages
Security & Compliance
Understanding of IAM, secrets management, and cloud security best practices
Experience with compliance frameworks such as SOC 2, ISO 27001
Collaboration & Problem Solving
Ability to work cross-functionally with architects, engineers, and security teams
Strong documentation and presentation skills
A passion to continuously learn and solve hard problems
Expected Salary Range
$124,000.00 - $208,000.00The exact Salary will be determined based on qualifications, experience and location.
If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please contact us by email at [email protected] and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information. Requests for accommodation will be considered on a case-by-case basis. Please note that only inquiries concerning a request for reasonable accommodation will be responded to from this email address.
An offer with GlobalFoundries is conditioned upon the successful completion of pre-employment conditions, as applicable, and subject to applicable laws and regulations.
GlobalFoundries is fully committed to equal opportunity in the workplace and believes that cultural diversity within the company enhances its business potential. GlobalFoundries goal of excellence in business necessitates the attraction and retention of highly qualified people. Artificial barriers and stereotypic biases detract from this objective and may be illegally discriminatory.
All policies and processes which pertain to employees including recruitment, selection, training, utilization, promotion, compensation, benefits, extracurricular programs, and termination are created and implemented without regard to age, ethnicity, ancestry, color, marital status, medical condition, mental or physical disability, national origin, race, religion, political and/or third-party affiliation, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, or any other characteristic or category specified by local, state or federal law
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