Cloud Infrastructure Engineer

The Role :

We are looking for a Cloud Infrastructure Engineer to join our global Infrastructure & Operations team. This is an exciting opportunity to support Moderna’s mission of delivering mRNA medicines by helping design, manage, and optimize secure, scalable, and resilient AWS and Azure cloud and hybrid infrastructure. You’ll collaborate closely with global peers, leveraging Infrastructure-as-Code and automation to ensure operational excellence across both public cloud platforms and on-premises environments.

Here’s What You’ll Do :

Cloud & Hybrid Infrastructure Operations

Manage and support AWS and Azure infrastructure with a focus on performance, availability, and security.

Operate and integrate on-premises systems with AWS and Azure environments.

Troubleshoot OS-level and networking issues across Linux and Windows systems.

Execute patching and maintenance across all platforms to ensure compliance.

Infrastructure as Code & Automation

Use tools like Terraform, CloudFormation, and Packer, along with ARM templates or Bicep for Azure, to provision infrastructure.

Create automation scripts using Python, Bash, or PowerShell for both AWS and Azure operations.

Contribute to CI / CD pipelines and enforce Infrastructure-as-Code principles across cloud environments.

Monitoring, Observability & Security

Configure and operate monitoring, logging, and alerting tools across Cloud Infrastructure.

Work with security and compliance teams to meet standards across both cloud platforms.

Collaboration & Continuous Improvement

Collaborate with U.S. and global team members on multi-cloud projects and operational enhancements.

Document procedures, automation, and configurations for AWS and Azure environments to support internal knowledge growth.

Here’s What You’ll Need (Minimum Qualifications) :

3–6 years in cloud infrastructure or cloud operations roles.

Strong hands-on experience with AWS services (e.g., EC2, IAM, VPC, CloudWatch) and similar Azure services (e.g., VMs, Resource Groups, Azure Monitor, VNets).

Proficiency with Infrastructure-as-Code tools like Terraform, CloudFormation, or Azure-native tools (ARM / Bicep).

Scripting experience in Python, PowerShell, or Bash.

Solid understanding of Linux / Windows systems and cloud networking.

Here’s What You’ll Bring to the Table (Preferred Qualifications) :

AWS and / or Azure certifications (e.g., Solutions Architect, SysOps Admin).

Experience with CI / CD tools like GitHub Actions, Azure DevOps, AWS CodePipeline, or Jenkins.

Familiarity with security frameworks (GxP, HIPAA, ISO).

Excellent troubleshooting and collaboration skills.

Experience supporting infrastructure in life sciences or regulated environments is a plus.

Education :

Bachelor’s or Associate degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field, or equivalent work experience.

Under Washington State law, Moderna is required to provide a reasonable estimate of the salary range for the jobs covered by this description.  Base compensation for these positions in Washington State range from $121,600.00 to $194,500.00. Actual salary determinations will take into account factors such as work location, prior education and experience, job-related knowledge, and demonstrated skills.  Compensation decisions are made on the facts and circumstances of each case.

In addition to base compensation Moderna employees are eligible for a comprehensive incentive compensation package including an annual cash bonus, new hire equity and an annual refresh, 401(k) match, competitive and inclusive medical, dental, and vision coverage options, flexible spending accounts for medical and dependent care, Life, LTD, and STD insurance, paid family leave offerings, including at least 18 weeks of 100% paid parental leave, lifestyle spending account, adoption, surrogacy, and family-planning benefits, generous paid time off, including :

Vacation, sick time, and observed Company-wide holidays

Paid volunteer time to participate within your community

Discretionary winter holiday shut down

Paid 4-week sabbatical after 5 years, and every 3 years after

At Moderna, we believe that when you feel your best, you can do your best work.  That’s why our US benefits and global well-being resources are designed to support you—at work, at home, and everywhere in between.

• Best-in-class healthcare coverage, plus a suite of voluntary benefit programs to support your unique needs
• A holistic approach to well-being, with access to fitness, mindfulness, and mental health support
• Lifestyle Spending Accounts to personalize your well-being journey
• Family planning and adoption benefits
• Generous paid time off, including vacation, volunteer days, sabbatical, global recharge days, and a discretionary year-end shutdown
• Savings and investment opportunities
• Location-specific perks and extras