Cloud Engineer

Cloud Engineer

Commitment:

24-months

Role Overview:

This role is responsible for designing, implementing, and maintaining cloud infrastructure to support Greenstand’s blockchain-based environmental impact tracking system. The Cloud Engineer will ensure high availability, scalability, and security of Greenstand’s cloud-based services and work closely with developers, contributors, and stakeholders to optimize system performance and reliability.

Compensation:

Volunteer, until otherwise funded

Reports to:

VP of Engineering

Collaborates with:

Contributors, System users, Governmental agencies

Leads

Cloud Engineering

AREAS of RESPONSIBILITY

• Design, implement, and maintain Greenstand’s cloud infrastructure to support blockchain-based tracking and token systems.
• Deploy and manage containerized applications using Kubernetes or similar orchestration tools.
• Implement infrastructure as code (IaC) using Terraform, CloudFormation, or similar tools.
• Ensure high availability, security, and scalability of cloud resources.
• Monitor cloud services and optimize for cost-efficiency and performance.
• Establish and maintain CI/CD pipelines for automated deployment and testing.
• Collaborate with backend developers to integrate cloud services with Greenstand’s blockchain network.
• Ensure compliance with data security best practices and maintain an immutable record of transactions.
• Troubleshoot and resolve cloud infrastructure issues promptly.
• Provide documentation and training for contributors and developers working on cloud-related tasks.

QUALIFICATIONS/EXPERIENCE/KNOWLEDGE:

• Experience in cloud platforms such as AWS, Google Cloud, or Azure.
• Proficiency in containerization technologies like Docker and Kubernetes.
• Hands-on experience with Infrastructure as Code (IaC) tools such as Terraform or CloudFormation.
• Knowledge of blockchain infrastructure and peer-to-peer network architecture.
• Experience with monitoring tools such as Prometheus, Grafana, or similar.
• Strong understanding of security best practices for cloud environments.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in an asynchronous, open-source environment.
• Passion for environmental sustainability and leveraging technology for ecological impact.

Thank you for your interest in volunteering with Greenstand and for expressing your willingness to contribute as a product designer. We truly appreciate your enthusiasm for our cause and your desire to make a difference.As a volunteer, you'll have the opportunity to work closely with our team, gain valuable experience, and make a positive impact on the environment.

Next Steps...

Step 1: Complete Our Volunteer Registration Form: Tell us about your skills, goals, and volunteer expectations. - https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeEmwekGZ5tcc5sVhsgMDf-KEDBMtZYoCYAmxyxrOPv5w0WKA/viewform

Step 2: Join Greenstand Slack: Introduce yourself in the #community-intros channel and indicate the specific role you are interested in. We can’t wait to meet you! - https://join.slack.com/t/greenstand/shared_invite/zt-2ybd2u95j-WMHOPSSFd6_tjw034Wl5xQ

Sincerely,

The Greenstand Team