VP Cloud Engineering & Operations

TL;DR

VP Cloud Engineering & Operations: Shaping and executing hirify.global’s global cloud infrastructure strategy across multi-cloud and on-premises environments with an accent on scalability, security, and resilience. Focus on driving operational excellence, maximizing uptime, and implementing secure CI/CD strategies across a hybrid cloud landscape.

Location: This role operates in a hybrid work environment within the US, offering flexibility to work virtually while also requiring collaboration in person. Benefits such as 401(k) and USD-denominated salary indicate a US-based employment.

Salary: $200,000–$284,000 USD (base salary range)

Company

hirify.global is a global technology advisory firm established in 1979, guiding leaders with expert analysis and bold ideas to deliver actionable business and technology insights to ~14,000 client enterprises in ~90 countries.

What you will do

• Define and drive hirify.global’s global cloud strategy, ensuring alignment with enterprise objectives across AWS, Azure, GCP, and private cloud.
• Oversee 24x7 cloud operations, implementing SRE best practices, automation, and monitoring to maximize availability and performance.
• Lead FinOps initiatives to optimize cloud resource usage and spend through budgeting, forecasting, and cost control governance.
• Ensure robust security and compliance across all cloud and data center operations, integrating security into CI/CD pipelines.
• Lead and mentor a high-performing global team of cloud engineers and architects, fostering collaboration and continuous learning.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with IT, Security, and Application Development teams to deliver cloud solutions meeting enterprise needs.

Requirements

• 10+ years of IT infrastructure/cloud engineering experience, with significant senior leadership roles in large, global enterprises.
• Deep technical expertise in multi-cloud (AWS, Azure, GCP) and hybrid infrastructure, including virtualization, networking, and storage.
• Strong DevOps and automation skills with experience in Infrastructure-as-Code (IaC) and CI/CD pipelines.
• Familiarity with AI/ML and experience enabling LLMs or AI-driven solutions in an enterprise setting.
• Strong financial acumen and FinOps experience, including managing large cloud budgets and driving cost optimization.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills, with proven ability to engage C-level executives.
• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field (Master’s preferred).

Nice to have

• Relevant industry certifications (e.g., cloud provider architect certs, ITIL, PMP/PgMP, or DevOps/SRE certifications).

Culture & Benefits

• World-class benefits and highly competitive compensation, with disproportionate rewards for top performers.
• Hybrid work environment offering flexibility and support for virtual work and in-person collaboration.
• Opportunities for professional growth driven by passion and performance in a vast market.
• Inclusive teams composed of individuals from diverse geographies, cultures, and backgrounds.
• Investment in great leaders who foster team excellence and company success.
• Market-leading benefit programs including generous PTO, 401k match (up to $7,200/year), and opportunity to purchase company stock at a discount.