IT Cloud Engineer

A global higher education leader in innovative teaching, research and public service, the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill consistently ranks as one of the nation's top public universities. Known for its beautiful campus, world-class medical care, commitment to the arts and top athletic programs, Carolina is an ideal place to teach, work and learn.

One of the best college towns and best places to live in the United States, Chapel Hill has diverse social, cultural, recreation and professional opportunities that span the campus and community.

University employees can choose from a wide range of professional training opportunities for career growth, skill development and lifelong learning and enjoy exclusive perks for numerous retail, restaurant and performing arts discounts, savings on local child care centers and special rates on select campus events. UNC-Chapel Hill offers full-time employees a comprehensive benefits package, paid leave, and a variety of health, life and retirement plans and additional programs that support a healthy work/life balance.

At UNC's Kenan-Flagler Business School, we think differently; and more importantly, we teach differently. Opening our doors as the Department of Commerce in 1919 and awarding our first degrees to 12 students in 1921 was the beginning. Today, we have become a top-ranked business school comprised of several professional and academic degree programs that serve over 3,000 students. At Kenan-Flagler, our greatest assets are our people and our culture. We are rooted in our core values of integrity, inclusion, innovation and impact, and it goes back to our founding. It's not just something on paper, we live it, we show it. Our mission is to prepare the next generation of business leaders by providing a world class education to our students. We seek to recruit diverse, innovative, and exceptional talent to achieve this goal.

This position may be eligible for a hybrid work arrangement that may include a partially remote work location, consistent with System Office policy. UNC Chapel Hill employees are generally required to reside within a reasonable commuting distance of their assigned duty station.

The Data Integration and Analytics ( DIA) unit at Kenan-Flagler Business School is seeking a highly skilled and motivated Cloud Engineer to join our team. This role is pivotal in designing, deploying, and maintaining cloud-based infrastructure and services on Microsoft Fabric and Azure environments. As a Cloud Engineer, you will work closely with cross-functional teams to build scalable, secure, and high-performing cloud solutions that enable effective data integration and analytics. The ideal candidate will possess hands-on experience with Microsoft Fabric, Microsoft Azure, or comparable cloud platforms, and a strong understanding of cloud architecture and AI services. This is a great opportunity to be part of a dynamic team that is transforming how data is managed and analyzed within the organization.

Master's and 1-2 years' experience; or Bachelors and 2-4 years' experience; or will accept a combination of related education and experience in substitution.

Experience managing cloud based services in Azure, AWS, or Google.

* Three or more years of experience managing cloud-based services in Azure, AWS, or Google preferred.
* Proven experience in designing, deploying, and maintaining cloud infrastructure and services on Microsoft Fabric, Microsoft Azure, or similar cloud platforms.
* Hands-on experience with cloud-based services, AI integration, and data analytics tools and technologies.
* Strong understanding of cloud architecture, including the ability to design secure, scalable, and efficient cloud solutions.
* Knowledge of Microsoft Fabric, Azure Data Factory, Azure AI Studio, Azure Storage, Azure Synapse Analytics, and PowerBI or comparable services and capabilities.
* Familiarity with security best practices and compliance standards for cloud infrastructure.
* Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to troubleshoot complex technical issues in cloud environments.
* Excellent collaboration skills, with experience working in cross-functional teams to deliver technology solutions.
* Familiarity with automation, CI/CD pipelines, and cloud-native monitoring tools.
* Familiarity with Enterprise Data Warehousing principles and Kimball methodology.

In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification document form upon hire.

The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, or status as a protected veteran.