Shift is the leading AI platform for insurance. Shift combines generative, agentic, and predictive AI to transform underwriting, claims, and fraud and risk - driving operational efficiency, exceptional customer experiences and measurable business impact. Trusted by the world's leading insurers, Shift delivers AI when and where it matters most, at scale and with proven results.
Our culture is built on innovation, trust, and a drive to transform the insurance industry through our SaaS platform. We come from more than 50 different countries and cultures and together we are creating the future of insurance.
As a member of Shift Technology's Infrastructure team, your role as a Cloud Operations Team Leader :
Responsibilities
- Manage a team (2) of Cloud Operations specialists in the US
- Serve as the primary point of technical escalation contact
- Act as the point of contact for any operational escalations within the organisation
- Ensure that the Incident management process is running as expected and that the operations team handles incidents in a timely and efficient manner
Manage support tickets (changes, requests, incidents, etc.) and elevate to the appropriate resolution level
Monitor alerts and follow their evolution, escalating as neededManage cloud infrastructure (Azure, AWS, and OVH) and oversee infrastructure backup and backup checksMaintain Linux and Windows systems, network, and security software / equipmentApply security patches to the entire IT infrastructureDeploy new client projects and infrastructure based on established requirementsManage day‑to‑day infrastructure work and ensure desktop computers are compliant with security policiesCultivate great co‑worker and client relationshipsBe available to work during weekends based on the team’s rotation schedule (1 in 3 weekends)Technical Abilities
Knowledge and experience working with cloud computing – e.g. Azure, AWS, or GCP (Required)Networking and firewall expertise – VLANs, zone‑based firewalling, IPSec VPN, SSL VPN, URL filtering, IDPS (Required)Proficiency in Windows, Office, and Active Directory (Required)Infrastructure security experience – patch and vulnerability managementBackup knowledge and experienceExperience with Infrastructure‑as‑Code (IaC) tools, such as Terraform, CloudFormation, or ARM, for deploying and managing cloud resources (good to have)Understanding of cloud cost management and optimisation techniques, including resource tagging, reserved instances, and usage analytics (good to have)Familiarity with monitoring and logging solutions, such as Grafana (Required)Experience with Jira ticketing system and Confluence (good to have)Familiarity with DevOps methodologies and tools, such as Git, Jenkins, and Ansible, for automating software delivery and infrastructure management (good to have)Knowledge of compliance standards and regulations, such as GDPR, HIPAA, and SOC 2, and experience implementing controls to meet these requirements (good to have)Soft Skills
At least 1 year of experience as a lead is preferredAutonomous, dynamic, curious, and eager to learn, always looking to expand your fields of expertiseProactive and takes pride and ownership of your workAbility to work under pressure and still deliver excellent service to our customersMaintain a high level of confidentiality, professionalism, and a courteous demeanour when working with clients and internal teamsAbility to adapt your work to changing priorities as neededTools
Microsoft Azure AD, Intune and Autopilot, Office 365, and G SuiteWindows Server, Linux (Centos and Ubuntu), MacOSMicrosoft Azure and AWS cloud native servicesVMWare Data CentresThycoticVMWareVeeam backupsBenefits
Flexible remote and hybrid working optionsCompetitive salary and a variable component tied to personal and company performanceCompany equityMultiple learning and development opportunities, including Focus Fridays, a half‑day each month to focus on learning and personal growthGenerous PTO and paid holidays2 MAD Days per year (Make A Difference Days for paid volunteering)At Shift we strive to be a diverse and inclusive workforce. We welcome applications from and hire people who will contribute to the diversity of our company, without regard to race, color, religion, marital status, age, national or ethnic origin, physical or mental disability, medical condition, pregnancy, genetic information, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, or other non‑merit criteria.
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