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UBDS Group
Cloud Engineering Manager
vanguard· The Vanguard Group, Inc.
About this role
Core Responsibilities:
Lead and develop a high-performing cloud engineering team. Provide mentorship, coaching, and professional development to team members. Assess performance and make informed compensation decisions in accordance with HR policies and procedures.
Lead a team responsible for developing, managing, and optimizing cloud platform capabilities across Vanguard's cloud environment.
Drive adoption of automation and AI-enabled solutions to improve operational efficiency, engineering productivity, and cloud management practices.
Partner with Platform Engineering, Architecture, DevOps, Infrastructure, Application Development, and other stakeholders to design and implement scalable cloud solutions.
Establish engineering standards, best practices, and operating models that enable reliable and efficient cloud operations.
Drive continuous improvement initiatives focused on cloud performance, availability, resiliency, and operational excellence.
Develop and monitor metrics, KPIs, and OKRs that measure platform reliability, team effectiveness, and engineering outcomes.
Collaborate with platform and engineering teams to improve visibility, operational insights, and overall cloud maturity.
Lead cloud modernization initiatives and support adoption of emerging technologies and engineering practices.
Build strong partnerships across technology teams to prioritize work, remove obstacles, and deliver business value.
Stay current on industry trends, cloud technologies, AI capabilities, and platform engineering best practices.
Education & Experience:
Minimum of 5 years of related work experience required, including experience in cloud engineering, infrastructure engineering, platform engineering, or related technology functions.
Undergraduate degree in a related field or the equivalent combination of training and experience.
Excellent leadership and team management skills, with a track record of building and leading high-performing teams.
Experience with AWS, Azure, or GCP and a strong understanding of cloud platforms, architecture, and engineering best practices.
Experience leading technical initiatives in large-scale enterprise environments.
Strong problem-solving and analytical skills with the ability to drive complex technical decisions.
Familiarity with Infrastructure as Code, automation frameworks, and cloud-native technologies.
Understanding of CI/CD pipelines and modern software delivery practices.
Excellent communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to influence stakeholders across multiple levels of the organization.
Qualifications that make an impact:
Experience with Claude Code, Codex, GitHub Copilot, or other AI-assisted engineering tools.
Demonstrated passion for continuous learning and technology innovation.
Experience leading structured process improvement initiatives.
Experience with cloud automation, Infrastructure as Code, and platform engineering practices.
Knowledge of Kubernetes, container platforms, and cloud-native technologies.
Experience operating and optimizing enterprise cloud platforms.
Experience building engineering roadmaps and leading transformational technology initiatives.
Familiarity with FinOps, cloud cost optimization, observability, and operational excellence practices.
Experience developing engineering metrics and leveraging data to drive decision-making.
Special Factors
Sponsorship
Vanguard is not offering visa sponsorship for this position.About Vanguard
At Vanguard, we don't just have a mission—we're on a mission.
To work for the long-term financial wellbeing of our clients. To lead through product and services that transform our clients' lives. To learn and develop our skills as individuals and as a team. From Malvern to Melbourne, our mission drives us forward and inspires us to be our best.
How We Work
Vanguard has implemented a hybrid working model for the majority of our crew members, designed to capture the benefits of enhanced flexibility while enabling in-person learning, collaboration, and connection. We believe our mission-driven and highly collaborative culture is a critical enabler to support long-term client outcomes and enrich the employee experience.
Frequently Asked Questions
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Where is the Cloud Engineering Manager position at vanguard located?
This Cloud Engineering Manager role at vanguard is based in Charlotte, NC, Dallas/Ft. Worth, TX, Malvern, PA. The position is listed as on-site or hybrid. Check the full job description or apply directly to confirm the work arrangement.
Is the Cloud Engineering Manager role at vanguard full-time or part-time?
This is listed as a Full time position. It is posted as a Cloud Engineering Manager role in the The Vanguard Group, Inc. department at vanguard.
Which team or department does the Cloud Engineering Manager at vanguard belong to?
This Cloud Engineering Manager position is part of the The Vanguard Group, Inc. department at vanguard. See the full job description for more information about the team structure and responsibilities.
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When was the Cloud Engineering Manager job at vanguard posted?
This Cloud Engineering Manager position at vanguard was posted on Sep 15, 2026. Apply as soon as possible — early applications are often reviewed first.
Cloud Engineering Manager
vanguard
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