Infrastructure as Code (IaC) Engineer -1042

Job SummaryWe are seeking an experienced Infrastructure as Code (IaC) Engineer (Contract) to support a centralized cloud enablement team responsible for building, deploying, and operating standardized AWS infrastructure using Terraform, Spacelift, Rundeck, and GitHub.This role focuses on creating and maintaining reusable IaC patterns, build and deployment automation, and governance controls that enable secure, scalable self‑service infrastructure across a multi‑account AWS environment. The contractor will work closely with platform, security, and application teams to deliver reliable "paved road" solutions while maintaining strong compliance and operational rigor.location: Grand Rapids, Michiganjob type: Contractsalary: $55 - 65 per hourwork hours: 8am to 5pmeducation: BachelorsResponsibilitiesDesign, build, and maintain Terraform modules and IaC patterns used by multiple delivery teams.Implement and operate Terraform deployments via Spacelift, including stack design, approvals, drift detection, and environment promotion.Develop and maintain Rundeck jobs for AWS operational automation, break‑glass actions, and platform support workflows.Build and support GitHub‑based CI/CD pipelines using GitOps principles (PR‑driven change control).Establish and enforce AWS standards for: Account structure and environmentsTagging, cost allocation, and ownershipSecurity, access control, and auditabilityImplement secure automation using IAM roles, OIDC, and least‑privilege access.Collaborate with application and platform teams to onboard workloads to standardized IaC tooling.Produce and maintain documentation, runbooks, and onboarding guides.Troubleshoot IaC, pipeline, and automation failures; participate in root cause analysis as needed.QualificationsInfrastructure as Code (Terraform)5+ years of hands‑on Terraform experience in production AWS environments.Advanced Experience WithModule design, reuse, and versioningRemote state using S3 and DynamoDBMulti‑account and multi‑environment deploymentsStandards enforcement via validation and lifecycle rulesExperience supporting centralized Terraform modules consumed by many teams.AWS Cloud ExpertiseStrong, Practical Experience WithAWS Organizations, SCPs, and multi‑account strategiesCross‑account IAM role designAccount bootstrap / landing zone conceptsHands‑on Experience Provisioning AWS Services Via Terraform, IncludingIAMVPC and networkingEC2 / Auto ScalingEKS or ECS (working knowledge)S3, RDSCloudWatch and loggingKMS and encryptionSpacelift (Terraform Orchestration)Production Experience Using Spacelift For TerraformStack and dependency designEnvironment promotion and approvalsWorker configuration (private or AWS‑hosted preferred)Drift detection and scheduled runsExperience integrating Spacelift with AWS IAM and GitHub workflows.Rundeck (Operational Automation)Experience designing and operating Rundeck jobs for AWS infrastructure operations.Strong Understanding OfJob security, RBAC, and approvalsCredential management using IAM roles (no static keys)Error handling, retries, and notificationsFamiliarity with job‑as‑code or version‑controlled job patterns.GitHub & CI/CDEnterprise GitHub Experience, IncludingBranch protection rules and CODEOWNERSRequired reviews and PR‑based change controlGitHub Actions for CI/CDOIDC‑based authentication to AWSStrong understanding of GitOps delivery models.Security & ComplianceExperience ImplementingLeast‑privilege IAM and permission boundariesSecure secrets handling (no credentials in code)Approval workflows and separation of dutiesAbility to embed security and compliance into IaC pipelines rather than manual processes.Experience In Regulated Or Risk‑sensitive Environments Strongly Preferred.Operational & Collaboration SkillsStrong troubleshooting and operational mindset.Experience supporting shared platforms used by many teams.Ability to document solutions clearly and enable team adoption.Strong communication skills and comfort working with cross‑functional stakeholders.Equal Opportunity Employer: Race, Color, Religion, Sex, Sexual Orientation, Gender Identity, National Origin, Age, Genetic Information, Disability, Protected Veteran Status, or any other legally protected group status.At Randstad Digital, we welcome people of all abilities and want to ensure that our hiring and interview process meets the needs of all applicants. If you require a reasonable accommodation to make your application or interview experience a great one, please contact HRsupport@randstadusa.com.Pay offered to a successful candidate will be based on several factors including the candidate's education, work experience, work location, specific job duties, certifications, etc. In addition, Randstad Digital offers a comprehensive benefits package, including: medical, prescription, dental, vision, AD&D, and life insurance offerings, short-term disability, and a 401K plan (all benefits are based on eligibility).This posting is open for thirty (30) days.