We’re Sandbox, a mutual insurance company built on the principles of creating, learning, growing, and having fun doing it. We’ve been around for over a century now, with a focus on one thing:
Delightfully Simple Insurance.
Sandbox is inclusive, innovative, and growing incredibly fast—so working with us is actually exciting. If you’re ready to build scalable cloud environments, solve complex challenges, and influence the future of our technology landscape, join the Sandbox team!
As ourCloud Platform Engineer, you’ll play a key role in designing, building, and supporting our cloud environments. Working closely with infrastructure, security, and application teams, you’ll help ensure our platforms are secure, reliable, and optimized for performance and cost. As a senior technical expert, you’ll also mentor others, influence best practices, and drive innovation across our cloud ecosystem.
WHY YOU’LL WANT TO BUILD WITH US
Well, because Sandbox really is a sandbox — a giant playground for grown-ups who want to innovate, collaborate, and take on exciting challenges.
On top of our incredible culture and amazing people, we also offer a bunch of awesome perks, like:
- Payday Perks:Competitive annual salary
- Level Up:Tons of opportunities for professional development – on us
- Vacation Goals:Annual paid vacation time, so you don’t have to put your travel dreams on hold
- Bonus Days:A paid Earned Day Off (EDO) every three weeks — that’s like 17 extra days off a year!
- Community Care:Two paid volunteer days each year
- Ride into the Sunset:DC pension plan with 6% employer match
DIVE IN AND MAKE A SPLASH EVERY DAY BY:
- Designing, deploying, and supporting cloud platforms with a strong focus on AWS and a multi-cloud approach including Azure
- Building and maintaining secure, scalable cloud architectures, including landing zones and standardized environments
- Managing identity, access, and security across AWS IAM and Microsoft Entra ID using least-privilege principles
- Supporting secure connectivity across hybrid environments (VPN, DNS, routing, SD-WAN, Zero Trust access)
- Acting as a Tier II escalation point for complex cloud and network incidents and providing after-hours support when needed
- Leading incident response efforts, performing root cause analysis, and implementing long-term improvements
- Identifying and remediating security risks, supporting audits, and ensuring compliance across cloud environments
- Automating infrastructure and processes using scripting (PowerShell, Python, Bash) and Infrastructure as Code (Terraform, CloudFormation, ARM/Bicep)
- Monitoring and optimizing cloud performance, availability, and cost efficiency
- Collaborating with DevOps, security, and IT teams to implement best practices and improve service reliability
- Creating and maintaining clear documentation, runbooks, and architecture diagrams
- Mentoring teammates and helping drive consistent, secure cloud practices across the organization
WHAT YOU BRING TO SANDBOX:
- Education:Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field (or equivalent experience)
- Experience:3–5 years in cloud engineering or infrastructure roles, with strong AWS experience
- Cloud Expertise:Hands-on experience designing and supporting AWS environments; Azure experience in a multi-cloud setting is an asset
- Security & Identity:Strong knowledge of cloud identity and access management, including Entra ID, AWS IAM, MFA, and Conditional Access
- Networking:Solid understanding of networking fundamentals (DNS, TCP/IP, VPNs, routing) and modern connectivity solutions like SD-WAN and ZTNA
- Automation:Experience with scripting and Infrastructure as Code tools such as Terraform or CloudFormation
- Endpoint Management:Experience with Microsoft Intune, including device compliance and policy configuration
- Certifications (Preferred):AWS, Azure, or networking certifications (e.g., AWS Solutions Architect, AZ-104, CCNA)
- Problem-Solving:Strong analytical skills with the ability to troubleshoot complex technical issues
- Communication:Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to work across teams and explain technical concepts clearly
- Leadership:Ability to mentor others, influence decisions, and drive improvements without formal authority
- Adaptability:Comfortable working in a fast-paced environment and participating in on-call rotations
COME OUT TO PLAY
Serious about fun? So are we. Apply now and help bring the Sandbox story to life!
We thank all interested candidates; however, only those considered for an interview will be contacted.
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