Cloud Infrastructure Engineer

Job Title: Cloud Infrastructure Engineer

Program: Information Technology

Employment Type: [X] Salary   [  ] Hourly (exempt – this position is not eligible for over-time)

                                   [  ] Part-time [X] Full-time

                                   [  ] Temporary [X] Regular

Reports to: Chief Information Officer

Direct Reports to this position: N/A

Salary Range: $85,000 – $105,000

Location: Hybrid Tucson, Oakland or Portland

Is this position in the Bargaining Unit?  [X] Yes   [   ] No
Job Classification: Software Engineer, Senior
*Because this position is in the Bargaining Unit, some fees may be required depending on where the candidate lives as a condition of employment.

How to apply: Please apply online by completing our application and submitting a cover letter, resume, and reference list. The position will remain open until filled. The desired start date is 4/1/2026. Only applicants selected for interviews will be contacted. No telephone calls, please.

ABOUT THE CENTER
The Center for Biological Diversity, a national 501(c)(3) non-profit organization, believes the welfare of human beings is deeply linked to nature — to the existence of a vast diversity of wild animals, plants and people. Because diversity has intrinsic value, and because its loss impoverishes society, we work to secure a future for all species, great and small, hovering on the brink of extinction. We do so through science, law, activism and creative media, with a focus on protecting the lands, waters and climate that humans, other species and all communities need to survive and thrive.

We want those who come after us to inherit a world where the wild is still alive.

POSITION SUMMARY
The Cloud Infrastructure Engineer manages and supports the organization’s cloud environments across AWS, Azure, and Digital Ocean, as well as DNS and security services through Cloudflare. This role administers Linux/Ubuntu, web stacks such as Apache and IIS, and application deployments using Python- and PHP-based frameworks. The Engineer also oversees cloud SQL database performance, email deliverability standards, and Python-driven eCRM integrations. This is a hands-on technical position with opportunities to influence infrastructure strategy and capacity planning.

ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Cloud Infrastructure Management & Operations

Administer Azure, AWS and Digital Ocean environments including EC2, Droplets and S3

Maintain Cloud database infrastructures, including performance tuning and optimization

Monitor system performance, capacity, and availability across all environments

Implement infrastructure as code (IaC) practices where practical

Contribute to capacity planning and infrastructure upgrades

Application Server Administration

Manage Apache web servers on Linux/Ubuntu systems

Manage Django/Flask/Python and Laravel/PHP application deployments

Manage WordPress CMS custom installations

Troubleshoot application performance issues

Maintain application server security, patches, and updates

Administer Windows IIS (Internet Information Services) web servers

Configure load balancing, SSL certificates, and routing

Support application releases implementing CI/CD pipelines where practical

Work with Security Engineer to ensure configurations are PCI compliant

Linux/Ubuntu Administration

Manage Ubuntu/Linux server configuration, patching, and updates

Configure networking, firewalls, and security policies on Linux

Monitor system logs and troubleshoot issues

Manage package repositories and software installation

Cloudflare Administration

Manage Cloudflare DNS configuration for organizational domains

Configure Cloudflare security features (DDoS protection, WAF, bot management)

Implement SSL/TLS certificates and HTTPS configurations

Configure caching policies and performance optimization

Monitor Cloudflare analytics and security logs

Business Continuity

Maintain redundancy and failover mechanisms for application systems

Contribute to business continuity plans

Ensure compliance with data retention policies

Email Deliverability

Monitor email deliverability standards and sender reputation

Configure SPF, DKIM, and DMARC records for organizational domains

Monitor email authentication compliance and investigate delivery failures

Manage email bounce rates, spam complaints, and blacklist issues

eCRM support

Support eCRM integrations

Build and maintain Python API data extractions from our eCRM

Collaboration & Support

Work with Database Administrator and SQL Developer on cloud database infrastructure tasks

Support Software Engineering team on deployment requirements

Coordinate with Network and Security Engineer on cloud infrastructure security and cloud networking

Provide backup and escalation support for cloud infrastructure issues

Serve as backup for tech support staff to handle end user requests when needed

Maintain cloud infrastructure documentation and procedures

Perform other job-related duties as assigned

ESSENTIAL QUALIFICATIONS AND SKILLS

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field, or combination of equivalent experience necessary to perform the essential job duties and responsibilities

5+ years of experience with Linux/Ubuntu server administration

4+ years of experience with managing cloud platforms (AWS EC2, Azure, Digital Ocean, or equivalent)

4+ years of experience with SQL relational databases (MySQL, Postgres, Azure SQL or equivalent)

3+ years of experience with web server administration (IIS, Apache)

3+ years of experience with Python scripting for automation and system administration

Familiarity with PHP scripting or Powershell

Familiarity with Git and GitHub for version control and collaboration

Familiarity with eCRMs and email deliverability

Exposure to application deployment environments (Django, Flask, Laravel, or similar frameworks)

Exposure to CDN and DNS management (Cloudflare preferred)

Ability to work both independently and in a team environment

Ability to work 40+ hours per week

WORKING CONDITIONS

This job operates in a casual office or home office environment. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones and mobile communications devices. This is a full-time US-based, remote position. Typical hours of work and days are Monday through Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. in a US time zone. Extended hours and weekends may be required to meet Center needs. Limited travel to offices and meetings as needed.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

The ideal candidate must be able to complete all physical requirements of this job with or without a reasonable accommodation. This is not a complete description of all workplace conditions, and conditions are subject to change per the Organization’s discretion.

Cognitive

Ability to process and analyze information: [  ] Rarely    [  ] Occasionally   [X] Frequently  

Exchange accurate information: [  ] Rarely    [  ] Occasionally   [X] Frequently  

Communicate and express oneself with others: [  ] Rarely    [  ] Occasionally   [X] Frequently  

Interaction with other colleagues: [  ] Rarely    [  ] Occasionally   [X] Frequently  

Interaction with the public/co-collaborators: [  ] Rarely    [X] Occasionally   [  ] Frequently  

Physical

Reading (ingest data): [  ] Rarely    [  ] Occasionally   [X] Frequently  

Working on a computer: [  ] Rarely    [  ] Occasionally   [X] Frequently  

Typing: [  ] Rarely    [  ] Occasionally   [X] Frequently  

Writing by hand: [  ] Rarely    [X] Occasionally   [  ] Frequently  

Sitting: [  ] Rarely    [  ] Occasionally   [X] Frequently  

Walking: [  ] Rarely    [X] Occasionally   [  ] Frequently  

Standing: [  ] Rarely    [X] Occasionally   [  ] Frequently  

Lift/Carry 0-25 lbs: [X] Rarely    [  ] Occasionally   [  ] Frequently  

Lift/Carry 25-75 lbs: [X] Rarely    [  ] Occasionally   [  ] Frequently  

Climbing up or down stairs: [  ] Rarely    [X] Occasionally   [  ] Frequently  

Bending: [X] Rarely    [  ] Occasionally   [  ] Frequently  

Squatting: [X] Rarely    [  ] Occasionally   [  ] Frequently  

Reaching overhead: [X] Rarely    [  ] Occasionally   [  ] Frequently  

Repetitive motions: [  ] Rarely    [  ] Occasionally   [X] Frequently  

Ability to drive: [  ] Rarely    [X] Occasionally   [  ] Frequently

Location Conditions

In person required (versus remote work): [  ] Rarely    [X] Occasionally   [  ] Frequently  

Travel required:  [  ] Rarely    [X] Occasionally   [  ] Frequently  

Night or weekend work: [  ] Rarely    [X] Occasionally   [  ] Frequently  

Other? _________________ [  ] Rarely    [  ] Occasionally   [  ] Frequently

BENEFITS (Subject to change—see Handbook for more details)
For regular staff working 30+ hours a week

Fully paid medical premiums for staff, and greatly discounted for families.

Fully paid dental and vision premiums for staff and their families.

Generous employer contribution to HSA and HRA’s.

Lifestyle Spending Account (LSA) provided for reimbursement of eligible wellness expenses.

Center paid premiums for Short Term and Long-Term Disability provided for all staff.

Center paid premiums for Basic Life Insurance for all staff.

Discounted premiums for pet discount program.

For all regular staff

403(b) plan with employer match and increasing employer paid contributions.

Generous time off policies, including 13 paid holidays per year and 5 “personal” days awarded each year.

Vacation accrual starts at a rate of 15 days annually, but it may be higher commensurate with experience, and paid sick days accrue at a rate of 10 days per year.

Center Paid Time Off for parental leave, personal leave, caretaker leave and even pet caretaker leave.

After 5 years of service, all employees receive a 12-week paid sabbatical.

Relaxed work atmosphere and dress code.

JEDAI STATEMENT

The Center for Biological Diversity deeply values, and is committed to sustaining and promoting, both biological and cultural diversity. We welcome, embrace and respect diversity of people, identities and cultures. We are committed to fostering an organizational culture of diversity and inclusion. The Center believes staff and board diversity is critical to saving life on Earth.

We are an equal opportunity employer.

The Center complies with all federal and local laws regarding work authorization for new hires. We welcome and encourage anyone interested to apply to any of our open positions. Everyone, regardless of current work authorization, will be considered.

Exempt Classification: Exempt

Applicable Exemption: Administrative

Reasoning behind this classification: High degree of discretion and work is predominantly intellectual in nature and varied in character. Work is directly related to general business operations of the Center.