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.
