Cloud Engineer (Container Platform)

Grade Level (for internal use):

We are looking for a highly motivated Cloud Engineer to join our Platforms & Operations Engineering team supporting Container Platform as part of our DevOps transition.  

The Container platform is built using latest technologies such as Docker Enterprise and Kubernetes and is hosted in our on-premises data centers as well as in the cloud.  You would help accelerate our growth as part of SOA team within Platforms & Operations Engineering organization.

This is an excellent opportunity to join S&P Global as we transform our infrastructure and move into the cloud, while also developing your skills and furthering your career as we plan to power the markets of the future.

The ideal candidate will:
•    Enjoy working with financial services technologists and partners. You will have a passion for educating, training, designing, and building cloud computing systems for a diverse and challenging set of customers and partners.
•    Have a strong understanding of large-scale cloud computing solutions including setting up and configuring Container platform. 
•    Have past experience working with Docker and Kubernetes or related cloud technologies.
•    Have excellent communication and troubleshooting skills.
•    Have ability to present solution of complex problems to technical and non-technical audience.
•    Have passion to learn new technologies and grow with team.
Tasks and Responsibilities (including but not limited to):

• Work together with various domestic and overseas teams across the organization to ensure that the SOA & Docker & Kubernetes based Container Platform is reliable, operational, performant, and meets business requirements as well as committed SLA.
• Setup, configure and monitor Container platform and conduct routine maintenance work for smooth operation with guaranteed uptime.
• Onboard applications to the platform as and when needed with high priority.
• Assist various DEV and QA teams during their development and testing following the guidelines provided.
• Work closely with supervisor/manager in day-to-day operation activities.
• Conduct and/or assist in conducting regular capacity analysis and POCs.
• Develop and maintain the platform automation tools, dashboard and utilities (Java and .NET C#).
• Provide support for Production, DR and lower environments making sure platform is stable and highly available.

Required Qualification, Skills and Experience:

• BS in Computer Science, Engineering or in equivalent discipline is required.
• Minimum 3-5 years of relevant work experience managing platform and/or infrastructure.
• Minimum 2-3 years of experience in any industry leading container platform such as Docker Enterprise or Kubernetes is required.
• Proficient with modern DevOps tools including Jenkins and Azure DevOps (VSTS) based CI/CD pipelines.
• Hands-on knowledge or experience of AWS is a plus.
• Understand well the SOA constructs and tools – i.e. XML, WSDL, WADL, JSON, Web Services, RESTful services, SOAP, etc. 
• Understands well PaaS concepts and SOA including Service abstraction, System Integration, Reusable Designs, etc.
• Some knowledge in managing and administrating Container platform and Application Servers / Appliance such as WebLogic, WebSphere, Tomcat, Nginx etc.
• Strong experience on application deployment and monitoring.  Experience with Prometheus or similar tools is preferable.
• Good hands-on experience with Linux/Unix and Windows OS.

Further Requirements:

• Have experience on production support and managing/administrating platforms or orchestration of Container platform;
• Experience in Java and C# development especially with focus on the server-side programming using containerization is desirable. 
• Excellent communication (written & verbal) and collaboration skills;
• Detail-oriented and a good team player;
• Willing to work providing support coverage for extended hours on rotation basis;
• Willing to learn new technology and acquire new skills.

About S&P Global Market Intelligence
At S&P Global Market Intelligence, a division of S&P Global we understand the importance of accurate, deep and insightful information. Our team of experts delivers unrivaled insights and leading data and technology solutions, partnering with customers to expand their perspective, operate with confidence, and make decisions with conviction.
For more information, visit www.spglobal.com/marketintelligence.

What’s In It For You?

Our Purpose:

Progress is not a self-starter. It requires a catalyst to be set in motion. Information, imagination, people, technology–the right combination can unlock possibility and change the world.
Our world is in transition and getting more complex by the day. We push past expected observations and seek out new levels of understanding so that we can help companies, governments and individuals make an impact on tomorrow. At S&P Global we transform data into Essential Intelligence®, pinpointing risks and opening possibilities. We Accelerate Progress.

Our People:

We're more than 35,000 strong worldwide—so we're able to understand nuances while having a broad perspective. Our team is driven by curiosity and a shared belief that Essential Intelligence can help build a more prosperous future for us all.
From finding new ways to measure sustainability to analyzing energy transition across the supply chain to building workflow solutions that make it easy to tap into insight and apply it. We are changing the way people see things and empowering them to make an impact on the world we live in. We’re committed to a more equitable future and to helping our customers find new, sustainable ways of doing business. We’re constantly seeking new solutions that have progress in mind. Join us and help create the critical insights that truly make a difference.

Our Values:
 

Integrity, Discovery, Partnership

At S&P Global, we focus on Powering Global Markets. Throughout our history, the world's leading organizations have relied on us for the Essential Intelligence they need to make confident decisions about the road ahead. We start with a foundation of integrity in all we do, bring a spirit of discovery to our work, and collaborate in close partnership with each other and our customers to achieve shared goals.
Benefits:

We take care of you, so you can take care of business. We care about our people. That’s why we provide everything you—and your career—need to thrive at S&P Global.
Our benefits include: 

• Health & Wellness: Health care coverage designed for the mind and body.

  
  

• Flexible Downtime: Generous time off helps keep you energized for your time on.

  
  

• Continuous Learning: Access a wealth of resources to grow your career and learn valuable new skills.

  
  

• Invest in Your Future: Secure your financial future through competitive pay, retirement planning, a continuing education program with a company-matched student loan contribution, and financial wellness programs.

  
  

• Family Friendly Perks: It’s not just about you. S&P Global has perks for your partners and little ones, too, with some best-in class benefits for families.

  
  

• Beyond the Basics: From retail discounts to referral incentive awards—small perks can make a big difference.

  
  

For more information on benefits by country visit: https://spgbenefits.com/benefit-summaries

Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion at S&P Global:
At S&P Global, we believe diversity fuels creative insights, equity unlocks opportunity, and inclusion drives growth and innovation – Powering Global Markets. Our commitment centers on our global workforce, ensuring that our people are empowered to bring their whole selves to work. It doesn’t stop there, we strive to better reflect and serve the communities in which we live and work, and advocate for greater opportunity for all.
 

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Equal Opportunity Employer

S&P Global is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race/ethnicity, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, marital status, military veteran status, unemployment status, or any other status protected by law.  Only electronic job submissions will be considered for employment. 

If you need an accommodation during the application process due to a disability, please send an email to: EEO.Compliance@spglobal.com and your request will be forwarded to the appropriate person. 

US Candidates Only: The EEO is the Law Poster http://www.dol.gov/ofccp/regs/compliance/posters/pdf/eeopost.pdf describes discrimination protections under federal law.  Pay Transparency Nondiscrimination Provision - https://www.dol.gov/sites/dolgov/files/ofccp/pdf/pay-transp_ English_formattedESQA508c.pdf

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