Principal Cloud Engineer

Principal Cloud EngineerFull Time PermWay of Work: Hybrid, 3 days on locationSalary Range: $133,400 - $200,100, plus 10% annual bonusLocation: Columbus, OH, Hammond, IN, or Merrillville, INNiSource is one of the largest fully regulated utility companies in the U.S., serving millions of customers across six states. We’re more than an energy provider—we’re a team committed to innovation, inclusion, and growth. At NiSource, you’ll find a workplace that encourages collaboration, supports professional development, and empowers employees to make an impact.Principal Engineers in the NiSource IT department supports the design, development, and implementation of technical solutions for various products and platforms. This work involves working on agile product and platform teams that require hands-on technical work, problem-solving, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality solutions.Cloud Engineers must have deep expertise in the Microsoft Azure platform, including cloud deployment strategies, operational and financial management, security best practices, and integrating complex on‑premises systems with SaaS and cloud‑based applications. The Cloud Engineers also oversee the design and support of cloud‑based data solutions, including data analytics platforms, data lakes, and storage architectures.Your additional responsibilities may include, but are not limited to: Technical Support: Assist in the design, development, and implementation of solutions for assigned technical product/platform.Solution Development: Develop and implement solutions that enhance the functionality and performance of assigned products or platformsCollaboration: Work closely with cross-functional teams, including developers, analysts, service providers and stakeholders, to understand requirements and deliver effective solutionsCode and Configuration Review and Quality Assurance: Participate in reviews and ensure that solutions meet quality standards and best practicesTroubleshooting and Support: Diagnose and resolve technical issues, providing support and maintenance for existing systemsContinuous Learning: Stay updated with industry trends and emerging technologies to contribute to innovation and continuous improvement in platform solutionsYou must possess the below minimum qualifications to be initially considered for this position. Preferred qualifications are in addition to the minimum requirements and are considered a plus factor in identifying top candidates.Minimum QualificationsBachelor's Degree or equivalent work experience.10+ years of experience in Infrastructure Cloud or Data Center DomainType of ExperienceDesigning and solutioning the deployment of multi-cloud solutions across Azure, AWS, or Google CloudSolutioning of enterprise-wide cloud governance policies to ensure scalability, compliance, and securityLeading efforts to optimize cloud infrastructure for cost-effectiveness, performance, and resiliencyDeveloping innovative...