{"schemaVersion":"jobsearcher.job.v1","id":"22f2d2065fcdc69ef7d5ae43","url":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/22f2d2065fcdc69ef7d5ae43","canonicalUrl":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/22f2d2065fcdc69ef7d5ae43","title":"Principal Cloud Engineer","description":"Principal Cloud Engineer\r\nFull Time Perm\r\nWay of Work: Hybrid, 3 days on location\r\nSalary Range: $133,400 - 200,100, plus 10% annual bonus\r\nLocation: Columbus, OH (must relocate to Columbus, OH if you reside outside of a commutable distance)\r\nRelocation Assistance Provided\r\nNiSource is one of the largest fully regulated utility companies in the U.S., serving millions of customers across six states. We are more than an energy provider – we are a team committed to innovation, inclusion, and growth. At NiSource, you'll find a workplace that encourages collaboration, supports professional development, and empowers employees to make an impact.\r\nPrincipal Engineers in the NiSource IT department support the design, development, and implementation of technical solutions for various products and platforms. This work involves agile product and platform teams that require hands-on technical work, problem-solving, and collaboration with cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality solutions.\r\nCloud Engineers must have deep expertise in the Microsoft Azure platform, including cloud deployment strategies, operational and financial management, security best practices, and integration of on-premises systems with SaaS and cloud-based applications.\r\nThe Cloud Engineers also oversee the design and support of cloud-based data solutions, including data analytics platforms, data lakes, and storage architectures.\r\nAdditional Responsibilities\r\nTechnical Support: Assist in the design, development, and implementation of solutions for assigned technical product/platform.\r\nSolution Development: Develop and implement solutions that enhance the functionality and performance of assigned products or platforms.\r\nCollaboration: Work closely with cross-functional teams, including developers, analysts, service providers, and stakeholders, to understand requirements and deliver effective solutions.\r\nCode and Configuration Review and Quality Assurance: Participate in reviews and ensure that solutions meet quality standards and best practices.\r\nTroubleshooting and Support: Diagnose and resolve technical issues, providing support and maintenance for existing systems.\r\nContinuous Learning: Stay updated with industry trends and emerging technologies to contribute to innovation and continuous improvement in platform solutions.\r\nMinimum Qualifications\r\nBachelor's Degree or equivalent work experience.\r\n10+ years of experience in Infrastructure Cloud or Data Center Domain.\r\nType of Experience\r\nDesigning and solutioning the deployment of multi-cloud solutions across Azure, AWS, or Google Cloud.\r\nSolutioning of enterprise-wide cloud governance policies to ensure scalability, compliance, and security.\r\nLeading efforts to optimize cloud infrastructure for cost-effectiveness, performance, and resiliency.\r\nDeveloping innovative cloud-native solutions, leveraging serverless architectures, containerization, and managed services.\r\nDesigning and implementing disaster recovery strategies and ensure their integration across hybrid and cloud environments.\r\nDriving innovation in container orchestration strategies using Kubernetes.\r\nPreferred Qualifications\r\nProfessional certifications in relevant IT areas.\r\nExperience in a similar industry or sector.\r\nExperience mentoring junior engineers and promoting career growth.\r\nDisclaimer\r\nThe preceding description is not designed to be a complete list of all duties and responsibilities required for the position.\r\nWork Authorization\r\nAuthorized to work in the United States without requiring sponsorship.\r\nWorkplace Connection\r\nValue inclusion within your day-to-day responsibilities by respecting others' perspectives and convictions, engaging others' opinions, and creating a safe environment where people, ideas, and opinions are valued within your team, customers, and external partners. Respect the unique lived experiences within your team, customers, and external work partners by valuing different world views, challenges, and cultures that represent all walks of life and all backgrounds. Treat others with respect and consideration, and actively participate in creating and contributing to a positive work environment.\r\nEqual Employment Opportunity\r\nNiSource is committed to providing equal employment opportunities in each of its companies to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin or ancestry, veteran status, disability, gender, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, sex (including pregnancy, lactation, childbirth or related medical conditions), genetic information, citizenship status, or any protected group status as defined by law. Each employee is expected to abide by this principle.\r\nADA Accommodations\r\nIf you need a reasonable accommodation to participate in any part of the hiring process or to perform the essential functions of the position, please contact OneHR at OneHR@nisource.com or 1-888-640-3320.\r\nSafety Statement\r\nPromote a safe work environment by actively participating in all aspects of our employee safety program. Report any unsafe conditions and take actions to prevent personal injuries. Support our interdependent safety culture by ensuring the safety of your co-workers. Stay focused on the task at hand and promote productivity through good work habits.\r\nE-Verify\r\nE-Verify Poster (English and Spanish)\r\nRight to Work Poster (English and Spanish)\r\nSalary Range*\r\n$133,400.00 - $200,100.00\r\n*The salary offered to a candidate is based on several factors including but not limited to the candidate's skills, job-related knowledge, and relevant experience, as well as internal pay equity.\r\nPosting Start Date\r\n2026-04-01\r\nPosting End Date\r\n2026-04-17\r\nJ-18808-Ljbffr","company":"NiSource","rawCompany":"nisource","city":"Chester","state":"VA","isRemote":false,"isActive":false,"createdAt":"2026-04-09T09:04:13.721Z","occupations":[{"code":"15-1299.08","title":"Computer Systems Engineers/Architects","slug":"computer-systems-engineers-architects"},{"code":"15-1252.00","title":"Software Developers","slug":"software-developers"},{"code":"17-2199.00","title":"Engineers, All Other","slug":"engineers-all-other"}],"industries":[{"code":"541512","title":"Computer Systems Design Services","slug":"computer-systems-design-services"},{"code":"541511","title":"Custom Computer Programming Services","slug":"custom-computer-programming-services"},{"code":"541519","title":"Other Computer Related Services","slug":"other-computer-related-services"}],"jobPosting":{"@context":"https://schema.org","@type":"JobPosting","title":"Principal Cloud Engineer","description":"Principal Cloud Engineer\r\nFull Time Perm\r\nWay of Work: Hybrid, 3 days on location\r\nSalary Range: $133,400 - 200,100, plus 10% annual bonus\r\nLocation: Columbus, OH (must relocate to Columbus, OH if you reside outside of a commutable distance)\r\nRelocation Assistance Provided\r\nNiSource is one of the largest fully regulated utility companies in the U.S., serving millions of customers across six states. We are more than an energy provider – we are a team committed to innovation, inclusion, and growth. At NiSource, you'll find a workplace that encourages collaboration, supports professional development, and empowers employees to make an impact.\r\nPrincipal Engineers in the NiSource IT department support the design, development, and implementation of technical solutions for various products and platforms. 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Respect the unique lived experiences within your team, customers, and external work partners by valuing different world views, challenges, and cultures that represent all walks of life and all backgrounds. Treat others with respect and consideration, and actively participate in creating and contributing to a positive work environment.\r\nEqual Employment Opportunity\r\nNiSource is committed to providing equal employment opportunities in each of its companies to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin or ancestry, veteran status, disability, gender, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, sex (including pregnancy, lactation, childbirth or related medical conditions), genetic information, citizenship status, or any protected group status as defined by law. 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