Principal Cloud Engineer, Transportation IoT

Join Us as a Principal Cloud Engineer, Transportation IoT!

Are you ready to make a significant impact in an innovative environment? At ORBCOMM, we’re on the hunt for a passionate Principal Cloud Engineer who thrives in a fast-paced, agile setting. We want you to transform your ideas into action and drive our mission forward!

Why You’ll Love Working Here:

As part of our Transportation Platform Solutions team, you will play a critical role in implementing and maintaining our Kubernetes environment, building resiliency across the platform, and driving cloud infrastructure excellence. You will collaborate with IT, DevOps, and application development teams to integrate scalable and secure cloud solutions that enhance operational efficiency.

With a flexible hybrid working schedule, you can enjoy the best of both worlds—engaging in-person collaboration 4 days a week at our Hyderabad, India office, while also enjoying the autonomy and comfort of remote work.

What You’ll Do:

• Cloud Infrastructure & Operations
  • Lead the evolution of our Kubernetes-based cloud environment, driving improvements in scalability, reliability, and performance.
  • Troubleshoot complex infrastructure issues to ensure high availability and minimal downtime for critical services.
  • Identify and resolve infrastructure vulnerabilities and deployment challenges to ensure robust and secure operations.
  • Regularly assess existing systems and recommend enhancements to support modernization and efficiency.
• Development & Automation
  • Contribute to service code in Java and .NET Core as needed, supporting architecture optimization and deployment readiness.
  • Design and maintain modular, reusable, and cloud-native systems using automation and best practices.
  • Collaborate with IT, DevOps, and application teams to design and integrate cloud solutions that streamline workflows and boost productivity.
• Security & Compliance
  • Implement and uphold cloud security best practices, including IAM, encryption, and network policy enforcement.
  • Ensure compliance with industry standards and regulatory frameworks such as ISO, SOC 2, and GDPR.
• Innovation & Leadership
  • Continuously evaluate cloud architecture and tooling to identify opportunities for innovation, modernization, and cost optimization.
  • Provide technical leadership and mentorship to junior engineers, fostering a collaborative and growth-oriented team culture.

Who You Are:

You’re a strategic thinker with a knack for operational excellence, ready to tackle multiple priorities with agility and grace. If you have:

• 8 to10 years of experience in cloud infrastructure or DevOps roles, with deep hands-on expertise managing and scaling Kubernetes clusters in production (preferably on AWS, Azure, or GCP).
• Advanced proficiency in cloud platforms (AWS, OCI, or Azure), along with experience in CI/CD integration and containerized deployment workflows.
• A solid foundation in software development, particularly with Java and .NET Core, and familiarity with Infrastructure as Code tools such as Terraform, Helm, or Ansible.
• Strong knowledge of cloud security, compliance, and governance best practices, including frameworks like ISO, SOC 2, or GDPR.
• Excellent troubleshooting skills, a proactive approach to solving complex technical challenges, and strong communication and stakeholder engagement abilities.

Then we want to meet you!

About Us:

At ORBCOMM, we’re pioneers in IoT technology, that drives innovation and empowers our clients to make data-driven decisions. Our industry-leading solutions enable customers to boost productivity, streamline operations and increase their bottom line. With over 30 years of experience and the most comprehensive solution portfolio in the industry, we enable the management of millions of assets worldwide across diverse sectors including transportation, heavy industries, satellite, and maritime. Discover how ORBCOMM is transforming industries and unlocking the potential of data to drive meaningful change by visiting us at www.orbcomm.com!

Ready to Join Us?

We believe that our people are our greatest asset. Your skills and passion can help us achieve remarkable things! If you’re seeking a thrilling career opportunity in a vibrant, growth-oriented environment, ORBCOMM is the perfect fit for you.

We are committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace and appreciate all applicants for their interest in joining our team. Only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

At ORBCOMM, we are also dedicated to ensuring accessibility and are pleased to offer accommodations for individuals with disabilities upon request throughout all aspects of the selection process.