Lead Infrastructure Engineer

Responsibilities At Principal, we offer a dynamic and inclusive environment where dedicated individuals can thrive. Our Lead Infrastructure Engineer role is a pivotal position within our Integration team, responsible for driving the development, deployment, and management of AWS-based solutions. This is your chance to work on ambitious projects that have a real impact on our business and clients. If you’re passionate about technology and eager to lead innovative initiatives, this is the perfect role for you! Key Responsibilities Build, deploy, and manage solutions on the AWS platform, including tasks such as cloud architecture development, infrastructure management using Infrastructure as Code (IaC) like CloudFormation, automation (CI/CD pipelines), performance optimization, cost management, and security implementation. Apply deep knowledge of AWS services (EC2, S3, Lambda) and cloud security guidelines to improve our cloud infrastructure. Configure and manage monitoring and reporting capabilities using CloudWatch, SNS, etc. Set up multi-region configurations and Disaster Recovery solutions. Mitigate cloud vulnerabilities and provide robust security measures. Conduct peer reviews of code and solutions to ensure high standards. Enhance and improve existing IaC implementations. Lead epic stories and tasks within the scrum team, ensuring successful implementation of projects. Skills and Expectations Preferred background in File Transfer technology such as File Gateway and GoAnywhere. Strong understanding of AWS cloud ecosystems and platforms. Experience with AWS Organization and cloud governance. Proficiency in Python coding is required. Strong analytical and troubleshooting skills. Excellent communication and collaboration abilities. Ability to lead initiatives and deliver results independently. Adherence to guidelines and standards. Great teammate with the ability to help and guide peers. Self-starter and independent worker who is quick to learn. Qualifications Education and Certifications Bachelor’s degree in engineering or a related field, or equivalent experience. Any AWS certification. AWS Certified Developer Associate (preferred). AWS Certified DevOps Engineer (required). AWS Certified Solutions Architect (preferred). Additional Information Our Engineering Culture Through our product-driven Agile/Lean DevOps environment, we’ve fostered a culture of innovation and experimentation across our development teams. As a customer-focused organization, we work closely with our end users and product owners to understand and rapidly respond to emerging business needs. Collaboration is embedded into everything we do – from the products we develop to the quality service we provide. We’re driven by the belief that diversity of thought, background, and perspective is critical to creating the best products and experiences for our customers. Experience Principal At Principal, we value connecting on both a personal and professional level. Together, we’re imagining a more purpose-led future for financial services – and that starts with you. Our success depends on the unique experiences, backgrounds, and talents of our employees. And we support our employees the same way we support our customers: with comprehensive, competitive benefit offerings crafted to protect their physical, financial, and social well-being. Check out our careers site to learn more about our purpose, values and benefits. Principal is an Equal Opportunity Employer All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status. At Principal, we offer a dynamic and inclusive environment where dedicated individuals can thrive. Our Lead Infrastructure Engineer role is a pivotal position within our Integration team, responsible for driving the development, deployment, and management of AWS-based solutions. This is your chance to work on ambitious projects that have a real impact on our business and clients. If you’re passionate about technology and eager to lead innovative initiatives, this is the perfect role for you! Key Responsibilities Build, deploy, and manage solutions on the AWS platform, including tasks such as cloud architecture development, infrastructure management using Infrastructure as Code (IaC) like CloudFormation, automation (CI/CD pipelines), performance optimization, cost management, and security implementation. Apply deep knowledge of AWS services (EC2, S3, Lambda) and cloud security guidelines to improve our cloud infrastructure. Configure and manage monitoring and reporting capabilities using CloudWatch, SNS, etc. Set up multi-region configurations and Disaster Recovery solutions. Mitigate cloud vulnerabilities and provide robust security measures. Conduct peer reviews of code and solutions to ensure high standards. Enhance and improve existing IaC implementations. Lead epic stories and tasks within the scrum team, ensuring successful implementation of projects. Skills and Expectations Preferred background in File Transfer technology such as File Gateway and GoAnywhere. Strong understanding of AWS cloud ecosystems and platforms. Experience with AWS Organization and cloud governance. Proficiency in Python coding is required. Strong analytical and troubleshooting skills. Excellent communication and collaboration abilities. Ability to lead initiatives and deliver results independently. Adherence to guidelines and standards. Great teammate with the ability to help and guide peers. Self-starter and independent worker who is quick to learn. Education and Certifications Bachelor’s degree in engineering or a related field, or equivalent experience. Any AWS certification. AWS Certified Developer Associate (preferred). AWS Certified DevOps Engineer (required). AWS Certified Solutions Architect (preferred).