Job Description

This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship, now or in the future. Candidates must be a US Citizen or valid Green Card Holder. 

This position is hybrid 3 days per week in the following office locations: Alpharetta, GA, Cincinnati, GA, Denver, CO (2 days)

Ready to take your career global?

Make your mark at one of the biggest names in payments. We’re looking for a Cloud Engineer to join our ever-evolving Active Networks team and help shape the future of global commerce

What you’ll own 

• Design, implement, and optimize scalable cloud infrastructure on Google Cloud Platform (GCP) aligned with business and operational requirements

• Deploy and manage Kubernetes (GKE) environments, including container orchestration, resource optimization, monitoring, and IAM administration

• Build and maintain Infrastructure as Code (IaC) solutions using Terraform, including reusable modules, state management, and automated deployments

• Develop and support CI/CD pipelines using tools such as Jenkins, GitLab CI/CD, and Argo CD to drive automation and streamline cloud operations

• Ensure cloud security, reliability, and compliance through monitoring, cost optimization, troubleshooting, incident response, and adherence to best practices

What you’ll bring

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related other fields (or equivalent combination of education and experience)

• 3-5 years of experience in cloud infrastructure, platform engineering, DevOps, or related IT roles

• Hands-on experience designing, implementing, and securing cloud infrastructure, with a strong focus on cost optimization and operational excellence

• Expertise in Terraform and Infrastructure as Code (IaC), including reusable modules, state management, and CI/CD integration

• Strong experience with Kubernetes administration and deployments in cloud environments, including tools such as Rancher, ArgoCD, Helm/Kustomize, Calico/Cilium, and Istio

• Proficiency with CI/CD pipelines, automation, and scripting using Python and/or Bash

• Solid understanding of Linux systems, networking concepts (TCP/IP, DNS, routing, firewalls), cloud security, and monitoring tools such as Prometheus, Grafana, and ELK Stack

About the team

Our inclusive and global teams win together every day. We’re proud to have the best minds in the industry, who you can learn from as you grow your career. The people, the energy, the connections – it’s unmatched. Come and be part of an ever-evolving company and get dynamic opportunities that go beyond borders.

What makes a Globalpayer?

Globalpayers think like a client, act like an owner and win as one team. We’re curious and innovative – always finding better ways to deliver impact. We empower each other to make decisions, and it’s our passion that drives excellence in everything we set out to do. 

Does this sound like you? Then you sound like a Globalpayer. Apply now to take your career global. 

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$80,000 - $125,000

The above represents the expected salary range for this job requisition. Ultimately, in determining your pay, we'll consider your location, experience, and other job-related factors.

Global Payments offers a comprehensive benefits package to all of our team members, including medical, dental and vision care, EAP programs, paid time off, recognition programs, retirement and investment options, charitable gift matching programs, and worldwide days of service.

Apply By: Please note that the deadline for applications is 11/30/2026

Candidates and applicants are advised they may redact age information from requested items like transcripts, resumes, and certificates attached to their application for positions that can be performed in Colorado.

EEOC Statement

Global Payments is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, genetic information, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other protected characteristics. The EEO is the Law poster is available here.

If you are made a conditional offer of employment and will be working in the United States, you will be required to undergo a drug test. In developing this job description care was taken to include all competencies and requirements needed to successfully perform the position. Reasonable accommodations will be provided for individuals with qualified disabilities both during the hiring process, as well as to allow the individual to perform the essential functions of the job, if hired.

Washington Candidates: Click here for information on the Fair Chance Act.