Senior Cloud Engineer
About Keyfactor
Our mission is to securely connect the world: humans, machines, and AI. Keyfactor is the leader in trust infrastructure for AI and machines, helping the world's largest enterprises and government agencies take control of the cryptographic identities that safeguard every digital interaction. Behind the platform is a global team of people who care deeply about the work and each other. We move fast, think big, and show up for one another every day. If you're looking for work that matters and a team that brings out your best, we hope you'll trust your future with Keyfactor!
Title : Senior Cloud Engineer
Location : Stockholm, Sweden
Experience : Senior
Job Function : Cloud Operations
Employment Type : Full-Time
Industry : Computer and Network Security
About the position
The Senior Cloud Engineer designs, implements, and evolves complex cloud infrastructure and automation solutions with a high degree of autonomy. This role owns systems and solutions that have significant impact on service reliability, security posture, and operational scalability. Senior Cloud Engineers act as technical leaders within the team, contributing to standards, mentoring peers, and supporting cross-functional initiatives.
The position can based in our Stockholm, we follow a hybrid work model with excellent flexible working practices. Applicants must hold a valid Right to Work in Sweden.
Responsibilities
Infrastructure as Code (IaC)
Owns and evolves complex Infrastructure as Code solutions across the cloud environment
Makes independent design decisions within established architectural standards
Delivers improvements that enhance scalability, reliability, and team efficiency
Provides technical guidance and review for less senior engineers
Configuration
Designs and maintains complex configuration management solutions
Defines configuration patterns and best practices used across the environment
Reviews and guides configuration work performed by other engineers
Data Center Operations
Maintains an accurate and up-to-date inventory of all physical hardware within the data center, such as HSMs, USBs, Smartcards, SSDs and Shock-Proof cases. Informs supervisor when certain materials are running low.
Maintains detailed records of all data center operation activities, including changes to tamper evident bag numbers, incidents, and access to client materials. Follows proper procedures on strict guidelines for Root Signings, Disaster Recovery, CRLs and CSR signings. Ensures proper asset disposal procedures are followed.
Is able to follow documented procedures on how to properly handle sophisticated hardware security modules and KVM devices. Can perform configurations of the hardware security module and KVM with supervision from more senior peers.
Task Automation
Designs and builds advanced automation solutions using scripting, APIs, and Azure-native services
Drives automation initiatives that improve operational consistency and efficiency
Supports process improvement through tooling and automation
Networking
Designs and implements cloud networking solutions within approved security and compliance constraints
Applies deep knowledge of networking protocols and standards to support hosted services
Participates in compliance audits and provides technical input
Monitoring & Alerting
Defines and improves monitoring, alerting, and observability strategies
Ensures monitoring logic supports service reliability and rapid incident detection
Mentors peers on monitoring best practices
Patch Management
Leads patch management strategies and execution
Resolves escalated patching issues and drives process improvements
Contributes to the evolution of patching standards and practices
PKI Knowledge
Applies strong understanding of PKI concepts in support of customer and hosted environments
Performs PKI tasks for custom deployments
Contributes to strategy and design discussions for hosted PKI services
Produces technical documentation for PKI designs and processes
Participates in cross-functional certificate reviews
Product Knowledge
Serves as a subject matter expert on Keyfactor’s hosted products
Troubleshoots complex product issues across hosted environments
Participates in strategy and design discussions for new product offerings
Supports testing of new product versions and provides feedback to product teams
Interfaces with customers on hosted architecture and security posture when required
Minimum Qualifications, Education, and Skills
High School Diploma or equivalent experience
5+ years of related work experience and strong knowledge within their functional area
Expert-level knowledge of Microsoft Azure, including native services and tooling
Deep hands-on experience with Infrastructure as Code (IaC) and configuration management tools
Advanced proficiency in PowerShell scripting (high complexity)
Extensive experience with Windows systems administration, including Windows Roles & Features and Active Directory
Advanced problem-solving skills, with the ability to troubleshoot and resolve complex issues
Strong written and verbal communication skills with a professional demeanor
Strong organizational, time-management, and attention-to-detail skills
Proven ability to collaborate effectively within and across cross-functional teams
Self-motivated, able to manage complex work and projects to completion with minimal oversight
Comfortable working in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment
Travel Requirements
Up to 15% travel time required
#LI-NA1 Compensation
Salary will be commensurate with experience.
Culture, Career Opportunities and Benefits
We build teams that continually strive to get better than the day before. You will be challenged daily and given opportunities to grow personally and professionally. We balance autonomy and structure to create an entrepreneurial environment to spur creativity and new ideas.
Here are just some of the initiatives that make our culture special:
Second Fridays (a company-wide day off on the second Friday of every month minus November and December due to the Holiday schedule). Please note that this benefit is subject to change.
Comprehensive benefit coverage globally.
Paid Parental Leave is available to new parents. Structure varies based on regional/government requirements. In regions where government-paid leave doesn’t exist, like in the U.S., the company offers generous paid parental leave, along with comprehensive adoption and fertility support.
Competitive time off globally.
Dedicated employee-focused ambassadors via Key Contributors & Culture Committees.
DIVERSE Commitment, a call to action for a more inclusive and diverse future in business, society, and technology.
The Keyfactor Alliance Program to support DEIB efforts.
Wellbeing resources, wellness allowance, mindfulness app free membership, Wellness Wednesdays.
Global Volunteer Day, company non-profit matching, and 3 volunteer days off.
Monthly Talent development and Cross Functional meetings to support professional development.
Regular All Hands meetings – followed by group gatherings.
Our Core Values
Our core values are extremely important to how we run our business and what we look for in every team member:
Trust is paramount.
We deliver security software and solutions where trust and openness are of the highest importance for our customers. We are honest and a trusted partner in every aspect of business.
Customers are core.
We strategize, operate, and execute through a customer-centric view. We prioritize the security interests of our customers, and we act as if their data were our own.
Innovation never stops, it only accelerates.
The speed of change is accelerating. We are committed, through investment and focus, to stay ahead of the innovation curve.
We deliver with agility .
We thrive in high-paced and continually changing environments. We navigate through newly added variables, adjust accordingly, while driving towards our strategic goals.
United by respect .
Respect for all is what unites us. We promote diversity, inclusivity, equity, and acting with empathy and openness, both in our business and in our communities.
Teams make “it” happen.
Vision and goals are not individually achievable – they require teamwork. We pride ourselves in operating as a cohesive team, creating promoters and partners, and winning as one.
Keyfactor is a proud equal opportunity employer including but not limited to veterans and individuals with disabilities.
REASONABLE ACCOMMODATION: Applicants with disabilities may contact a member of Keyfactor’s People team via people@keyfactor.com and/or telephone at 1.216.785.2990 to request and arrange for accommodations at any time.
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