BMO

Senior Cloud Engineer

Chicago Heights, IL, USA Full time

Application Deadline:

05/10/2026

Address:

1630 Chicago Road

Job Family Group:

Technology

Provides support for all activities related to cloud and infrastructure across a variety of platform and operating systems. Effectively provisions, installs/configures, operates, and maintains systems hardware, software and related infrastructure. Builds and maintains the day-to-day operation of computer networks. Installs, configures, and maintains firewalls to ensure network security. Performs disaster recovery operations and data backups. Procures routers or switches, and other network equipment to enhance efficiency in IT infrastructure. Applies expertise to plan, implement, oversee and maintain both on-premise and cloud based server and network infrastructures.​

  • Plans, coordinates and project manages hybrid cloud related projects.​
  • Develops new service catalogue offerings and products for both Public cloud and Software Defined Data Centre platform​.
  • Provides architecting and engineering expertise in cloud solution in the infrastructure (IaaS) and platform (PaaS)​
  • Participates in the building and operation of the DevOps infrastructure - includes development and operation of the continuous integration/delivery requirement of applications​.
  • Implements automation so as to improve operation, security and cost efficiency​.
  • Collects and defines technical requirements to enable business processes and integrations​.
  • Establishes governance and enforces quality standards for cloud software and infrastructure architectures.​
  • Advises development teams with their on-prem infrastructure architecture in preparation for cloud migration. ​
  • Deploys and debugs code for cloud initiatives aligned with best practices.​
  • Assists development teams with cloud transformation of applications.​
  • Oversees monitoring/site reliability engineering (SRE) solutions and advance monitoring capabilities​.
  • Focus is primarily on business/group within BMO; may have broader, enterprise-wide focus.
  • Provides specialized consulting, analytical and technical support.
  • Exercises judgment to identify, diagnose, and solve problems within given rules.
  • Works independently and regularly handles non-routine situations.
  • Broader work or accountabilities may be assigned as needed.
  • Take measured risks while protecting the bank by applying our Risk Management Framework in the execution of your role, in line with our Risk Culture and within our approved Risk Appetite, making sound and risk informed decisions that align to business strategy, protect assets, and adhere to applicable policy documents (Frameworks, Policies, Standards, Procedures and Supporting documents), laws and regulations.

Qualifications:

Foundational level of proficiency:

  • Critical thinking.
  • Building and managing relationships.
  • Adaptability.

Intermediate level of proficiency:

  • Database management.
  • Cloud governance.
  • Cloud security.
  • Automation for Application lifecycle management.
  • Security, audit compliance.
  • Systems Thinking.
  • Verbal & written communication skills.
  • Collaboration & team skills.
  • Analytical and problem solving skills.
  • Data driven decision making.

Advanced level of proficiency:

  • Cloud infrastructure components.
  • Configuration management.
  • Infrastructure as a code (IaC).
  • Microservices architecture.
  • Source control management.
  • Typically between 5 - 7 years of relevant experience and post-secondary degree in related field of study or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
  • Deep knowledge and technical proficiency gained through extensive education and business experience.

Salary:

$81,400.00 - $151,800.00

Pay Type:

Salaried

The above represents BMO Financial Group’s pay range and type.

Salaries will vary based on factors such as location, skills, experience, education, and qualifications for the role, and may include a commission structure. Salaries for part-time roles will be pro-rated based on number of hours regularly worked. For commission roles, the salary listed above represents BMO Financial Group’s expected target for the first year in this position.

BMO Financial Group’s total compensation package will vary based on the pay type of the position and may include performance-based incentives, discretionary bonuses, as well as other perks and rewards. BMO also offers health insurance, tuition reimbursement, accident and life insurance, and retirement savings plans. To view more details of our benefits, please visit: https://jobs.bmo.com/global/en/Total-Rewards

About Us

At BMO we are driven by a shared Purpose: Boldly Grow the Good in business and life. It calls on us to create lasting, positive change for our customers, our communities and our people. By working together, innovating and pushing boundaries, we transform lives and businesses, and power economic growth around the world.

As a member of the BMO team you are valued, respected and heard, and you have more ways to grow and make an impact.  We strive to help you make an impact from day one – for yourself and our customers.  We’ll support you with the tools and resources you need to reach new milestones, as you help our customers reach theirs. From in-depth training and coaching, to manager support and network-building opportunities, we’ll help you gain valuable experience, and broaden your skillset.

To find out more visit us at http://jobs.bmo.com/us/en

BMO is proud to be an equal employment opportunity employer. We evaluate applicants without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, transgender status, sexual stereotypes, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or any other legally protected characteristics. We also consider applicants with criminal histories, consistent with applicable federal, state and local law.

BMO is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation because of a disability for any part of the employment process, please send an e-mail to BMOCareers.Support@bmo.com and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information.

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