Main Responsibilities
- Collaborate with internal stakeholders to review and design cloud solution architectures and deliver solutions that meet business and IT needs.
- Lead projects to continuously improve standards related to architecture, governance, and security of public cloud environments.
- Oversee and continuously enhance PPG's Alibaba Cloud platform, including core IT infrastructure shared services, by implementing self-service capabilities and automating resource deployment.
- Optimize the cost of cloud solutions through rightsizing, waste-finding, automation, and reserved instances. Collaborate with cloud architects, security architects, and frontline IT teams to ensure cloud security and regulatory compliance.
- Demonstrate a passion for learning, keeping up to date on technical advancements, and industry trends.
- Promote the use of cloud technologies across the IT organization alongside fellow engineers, change management, and communication
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in computer science, information science, information technology and management, or 5+ years of proven experience in cloud engineering or equivalent field.
- At least three years of experience working within Aliyun or Alibaba Cloud Console. Certifications.
- Working experience with a broad set of enterprise domains is preferred including security, infrastructure, development, and data analytics.
- Ability to work collaboratively in a cross-functional team environment. Familiarity with cloud automation tools (Terraform, Bicep, CloudFormation, Ansible) or scripting languages (Powershell, Python, Bash).
- Ability to work collaboratively in a cross-functional team environment.
- Experience automating cloud operations and management The ability to speak Mandarin Understanding of hybrid cloud architectures and multi-cloud strategies.
- Experience with container technologies or managing IaaS in cloud environments. Solid understanding of Alibaba cloud networking includes experience with Alibaba VPCs, firewalls, app gateways, and DNS.
- Experience with Alibaba Policy and principle of least privilege via IAM. Knowledge of cloud security best practice and automation of security controls.
How we work: At PPG, we bring teams together to accelerate collaboration and career development, with in-person work Monday through Thursday and the opportunity to work remotely on Flexible Fridays. Schedules may vary by location.
About us:
PPG: WE PROTECT AND BEAUTIFY THE WORLD™
Through leadership in innovation, sustainability and color, PPG helps customers in industrial, transportation, consumer products, and construction markets and aftermarkets to enhance more surfaces in more ways than does any other company. To learn more, visit www.ppg.com and follow @PPG on X.
The PPG Way 2030
We are customer champions
Proactive. Bold. Trustworthy. Everything we do starts with our customers. We listen, move fast and don’t stop until we solve their biggest challenges. When our customers win, we all grow.
We act with purpose and speed
Agile. Data-driven. Empowered. We take smart risks to stay ahead of the competition. We work proactively with agility, using quality data to develop solutions that create value.
We are excellent operators
Productive. Collaborative. Accountable. No matter our role, we identify problems, take ownership and always bring solutions. We are both proactive and responsive to drive continuous improvement and deliver results. We support our frontline, the faces of PPG to our customers.
We compete to win
Future-focused. Driven. Ambitious. We are passionate about growing our business and winning with our customers. We deliver results, embrace new technologies and leverage agility and speed as strengths.
We are PPG proud
Strong. United. Passionate. We work safely, act with integrity and value our diverse perspectives. We celebrate achievements and take pride in the positive impact we create together to protect and beautify the world.
At PPG we use AI in the hiring process to make the process more efficient. AI tools do not make hiring decisions. You can learn more by going to https://careers.ppg.com/us/en/candidate-resources.
PPG provides equal opportunity to all candidates and employees. We offer an opportunity to grow and develop your career in an environment that provides a fulfilling workplace for employees, creates an environment for continuous learning, and embraces the ideas and diversity of others. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, pregnancy, race, color, creed, religion, national origin, age, disability status, marital status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression.
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PPG pay ranges and benefits can vary by location which allows us to compensate employees competitively in different geographic markets. PPG considers several factors in making compensation decisions including, but not limited to, skill sets, experience and training, qualifications and education, licensure and certifications, and other organizational needs. Other incentives may apply.
Our employee benefits programs are designed to support the health and well-being of our employees. Any insurance coverages and benefits will be in accordance with the terms and conditions of the applicable plans and associated governing plan documents. Benefits will be discussed with you by your recruiter during the hiring process.
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