Acronis

Cloud Platform Engineer

United States

Not SpecifiedCompensation
Mid-level (3 to 4 years), Senior (5 to 8 years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
Cyber Protection, Information TechnologyIndustries

Cloud Platform Engineer

Position Overview

Acronis is revolutionizing cyber protection by providing natively integrated, all-in-one solutions that monitor, control, and protect the data businesses and lives depend on. We are seeking a dedicated Cloud Platform Engineer to join our growing team and contribute to creating a #CyberFit future. This role involves working within a mixed technology platform, including virtualised environments and traditional data center infrastructure. The ideal candidate will possess strong experience in Ansible automation, Kubernetes container orchestration, Linux administration, and bash scripting.

Responsibilities

  • Administer and manage cloud platform infrastructure using Kubernetes and Ansible.
  • Write, maintain, and troubleshoot bash scripts for automation and operations tasks.
  • Reboot and manage virtual machines and Linux-based systems.
  • Manage incidents promptly using PagerDuty to ensure minimal service disruptions.
  • Participate actively in structured change management processes.
  • Collaborate effectively with team members, clearly documenting processes and solutions.
  • Diagnose and troubleshoot issues independently when established instructions are insufficient.

Requirements

  • Proven experience with Ansible automation.
  • Strong Kubernetes administration skills.
  • Proficiency in bash scripting.
  • Solid Linux administration knowledge.
  • Experience managing virtualised environments (VMware, OpenStack, or similar).
  • Experience with incident management tools such as PagerDuty.
  • Familiarity with structured change management processes.
  • Strong communication and teamwork abilities.
  • Self-driven with excellent problem-solving skills.

Preferred Qualifications

  • Experience with Atlassian products (Jira, Confluence, Bitbucket).
  • Experience with ELK stack (Elasticsearch, Logstash, Kibana).
  • Basic knowledge of network fundamentals.
  • Experience with MySQL/Patroni/Postgres.

Work Schedule

  • Employment Type: Full-time
  • Location Type: Remote
  • Availability: 10:00 AM GMT-7 to 11:00 PM GMT-7
  • Daily Hours: 8 hours within the specified availability window.
  • Weekly Hours: 5 days a week.
  • Shift Schedule: Rotates among the team, typically either Sunday - Thursday or Tuesday - Saturday.

What We Offer

  • Competitive salary.
  • Comprehensive benefits package including health, dental, and vision insurance.
  • Flexible remote working environment.
  • Professional development opportunities.

Company Information

Acronis is a global cyber protection company providing natively integrated cybersecurity, data protection, and endpoint management for managed service providers (MSPs), small and medium businesses (SMBs), enterprise IT departments, and home users. Our all-in-one solutions are highly efficient and designed to identify, prevent, detect, respond, remediate, and recover from modern cyber threats with minimal downtime, ensuring data integrity and business continuity. We offer the most comprehensive security solution on the market for MSPs, with our unique ability to meet the needs of diverse and distributed IT environments. A Swiss company founded in Singapore in 2003, Acronis offers over twenty years of innovation with 15 offices worldwide and more than 180 employees.

Core Technologies

  • PagerDuty
  • Linux
  • GIT
  • Ansible
  • Kubernetes/Docker
  • Prometheus/Grafana

Skills

Kubernetes
Ansible
Linux Administration
Bash Scripting
System Stability
Incident Management
PagerDuty
Change Management
Virtual Machines

Acronis

Data protection and cybersecurity solutions provider

About Acronis

Acronis provides a range of solutions that combine data protection and cybersecurity to address various challenges related to safety, accessibility, privacy, authenticity, and security. Their products include antivirus software, backup services, disaster recovery options, and endpoint protection management. Acronis also utilizes AI-based antimalware and blockchain technology for data authentication, ensuring that data, applications, and systems are protected in any environment. What sets Acronis apart from its competitors is its comprehensive approach to cyber protection, which integrates multiple aspects of data security into a single platform. The company's goal is to ensure that users can trust their data is safe and accessible, while also maintaining privacy and authenticity.

Schaffhausen, SwitzerlandHeadquarters
2003Year Founded
$640.1MTotal Funding
GROWTH_EQUITY_VCCompany Stage
Cybersecurity, AI & Machine LearningIndustries
1,001-5,000Employees

Benefits

Medical, dental, &vision insurance plans
Life Insurance, STD and LTD policies
401(k) retirement plan and company match
Corporate rates and discounts
Competitive package
Flexible working hours
3+ weeks of PTO and 10 paid holidays
Smart casual dress code
Free snacks and drinks
Office social events

Risks

Emerging cybersecurity firms with lower costs may erode Acronis's market share.
Rapid AI-driven cyber threats require costly updates to Acronis's defenses.
Geopolitical risks may affect Acronis's expansion into new markets like Bangladesh.

Differentiation

Acronis integrates cybersecurity and data protection, addressing SAPAS challenges comprehensively.
The company uses AI-based antimalware and blockchain for advanced data authentication.
Acronis offers flexible deployment models for service providers and IT professionals.

Upsides

Growing demand for integrated cybersecurity solutions boosts Acronis's market potential.
Expansion of global cybersecurity market offers significant growth opportunities for Acronis.
Acronis's partnerships in sports highlight niche market opportunities.

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