Apply

Ready to go for it?

AI Apply speeds things up—apply directly if you prefer.

FREE ACCESS
5,000–10,000 jobs/day
Scoutfield Logo

See all jobs on Scoutfield

Search thousands of fresh jobs every day.

Discover
  • Fresh listings
  • Fast filters
  • No subscription required
Create a free account and start exploring right away.
Vanguard

Cloud Engineering Manager

Vanguard

. Lead and develop a high-performing cloud engineering team .

Posted 9/15/2026full-timeMalvern • North Carolina • United StatesMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

Core Competencies

Role fit
Core Competencies

Use this summary to align your resume positioning with the role.

Demonstrates expertise in cloud engineering, including leadership of high-performing teams, development of cloud platform capabilities, and implementation of automation and AI solutions. Proficient in establishing engineering standards and driving continuous improvement in cloud operations and performance metrics.

Highest-signal resume keywords
Cloud Engineering LeadershipAWS, Azure, or GCP ExperienceInfrastructure as Code FamiliarityCI/CD Pipeline UnderstandingKubernetes Knowledge

ATS Keywords

Tailor your resume
Applicant Tracking System Keywords

Tip: use these terms in your resume and cover letter to boost ATS matches.

Hard Skills
Cloud Platform ArchitectureAutomation FrameworksCloud-Native TechnologiesEngineering Metrics DevelopmentOperational Excellence PracticesTechnical Initiative LeadershipProcess Improvement InitiativesData-Driven Decision-MakingCloud Cost OptimizationEnterprise Cloud Platform Optimization
Soft Skills
Excellent Leadership SkillsTeam Management SkillsStrong Problem-Solving SkillsExcellent Communication SkillsCollaboration Skills
Tools & Technologies
Claude CodeCodexGitHub CopilotAI-Assisted Engineering Tools
Industry Keywords
Cloud EngineeringPlatform EngineeringInfrastructure EngineeringCloud Modernization InitiativesCloud Management Practices

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies
AWSAzureCloudGoogle Cloud PlatformKubernetes

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact
  • Lead and develop a high-performing cloud engineering team
  • Provide mentorship, coaching, and professional development to team members
  • Assess performance and make informed compensation decisions in accordance with HR policies and procedures
  • Lead development, management, and optimization of cloud platform capabilities across Vanguard's cloud environment
  • Drive adoption of automation and AI-enabled solutions to improve operational efficiency, engineering productivity, and cloud management practices
  • Partner with Platform Engineering, Architecture, DevOps, Infrastructure, Application Development, and other stakeholders to design and implement scalable cloud solutions
  • Establish engineering standards, best practices, and operating models for reliable and efficient cloud operations
  • Drive continuous improvement focused on cloud performance, availability, resiliency, and operational excellence
  • Develop and monitor metrics, KPIs, and OKRs measuring platform reliability, team effectiveness, and engineering outcomes
  • Collaborate with platform and engineering teams to improve visibility, operational insights, and cloud maturity
  • Lead cloud modernization initiatives and adoption of emerging technologies and engineering practices
  • Build partnerships across technology teams to prioritize work, remove obstacles, and deliver business value
  • Stay current on industry trends, cloud technologies, AI capabilities, and platform engineering best practices

Requirements

What you’ll need
  • Minimum of 5 years of related work experience in cloud engineering, infrastructure engineering, platform engineering, or related technology functions
  • Undergraduate degree in a related field or equivalent combination of training and experience
  • Excellent leadership and team management skills, with a track record of building and leading high-performing teams
  • Experience with AWS, Azure, or GCP and strong understanding of cloud platforms, architecture, and engineering best practices
  • Experience leading technical initiatives in large-scale enterprise environments
  • Strong problem-solving and analytical skills
  • Familiarity with Infrastructure as Code, automation frameworks, and cloud-native technologies
  • Understanding of CI/CD pipelines and modern software delivery practices
  • Excellent communication and collaboration skills, with ability to influence stakeholders across multiple organizational levels
  • Experience with Claude Code, Codex, GitHub Copilot, or other AI-assisted engineering tools
  • Passion for continuous learning and technology innovation
  • Experience leading structured process improvement initiatives
  • Knowledge of Kubernetes, container platforms, and cloud-native technologies
  • Experience operating and optimizing enterprise cloud platforms
  • Experience building engineering roadmaps and leading transformational technology initiatives
  • Familiarity with FinOps, cloud cost optimization, observability, and operational excellence practices
  • Experience developing engineering metrics and leveraging data for decision-making
  • Must not require visa sponsorship; Vanguard is not offering visa sponsorship for this position

Benefits

Comp & perks
  • Hybrid working model with enhanced flexibility
  • In-person learning, collaboration, and connection
  • Professional development and learning opportunities
  • Compensation decisions in accordance with HR policies and procedures