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Zebra Technologies

Data capture hardware, software, and services

Senior Cloud Engineer

Full-Time
$96.8k - $145.2k/yr
Senior
Bachelor's
Holtsville, NY, USA+2 moreMore locations: Lincolnshire, IL, USA | Kennesaw, GA, USA
Hybrid
DevOps & InfrastructureCloud Engineering

About the job

Requirements
  • A bachelor's degree is required, although equivalent experience will be considered in lieu of a degree.
  • At least 5 years of experience is required. Candidates with 3 or more years of experience will also be considered if they have 3 years of relevant Zebra experience, including participation in the ITDP program.
  • Experience with Python, Jenkins, Terraform, or similar tools for automation and continuous integration/continuous delivery support is required.
  • Experience with at least one of AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud Platform is required.
Responsibilities
  • Enhance cloud-team automation and scripting to identify and automate routine deployment, configuration, and operational work.
  • Monitor and facilitate a secure cloud environment using least-privilege and zero-trust best practices; ensure appropriate security and access controls across cloud environments and address vulnerabilities where possible.
  • Monitor cloud costs across environments and apply FinOps best practices to optimize costs and provide accurate cost visibility.
  • Provide non-routine technical support for computer and data center operations in cloud-based environments.
  • Install, configure, and troubleshoot server and non-desktop computer hardware, software, systems, and other resources in a data center or centralized computer network setting.
  • Consult with the team to uphold access control, data integrity, and file-system security in computer and data center environments.
  • Monitor, track, and record system performance and utilization metrics.
  • Develop information technology and infrastructure projects supporting on-premises, off-premises, and Infrastructure-as-a-Service solutions.
  • Work with internal or external clients in conjunction with Professional Services and outsourcing functions.
  • Collaborate with the team on company-wide, web-enabled, and cloud-technology solutions.
Desired Qualifications
  • Experience supporting both IT and product teams.
  • Technical experience and troubleshooting experience.
  • Broad knowledge of applicable IT systems and applications.
  • Experience developing new systems and tools.
  • Experience documenting and maintaining up-to-date systems procedures.
  • Project management skills.
  • Experience identifying and implementing process improvements.

About the company

Zebra Technologies builds data capture and automation solutions for businesses to run more efficiently. Its products include barcode scanners, mobile computers, printers, and RFID systems, which work together with software and services to collect data, track assets, and automate workflows. These tools are used across industries like retail, healthcare, logistics, and manufacturing to improve accuracy and provide real-time visibility into operations. The company differentiates itself with a broad hardware portfolio, integrated software, and a strong partner network that delivers hardware, software, and ongoing services on a recurring basis. Zebra’s goal is to help organizations streamline operations, reduce errors, and make informed decisions through real-time data.

Company Size

10,001+

Company Stage

IPO

Headquarters

Lincolnshire, Illinois

Founded

1969

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What believers are saying

  • Q2 2026 revenue hit $1.56 billion and EPS beat by 46%.
  • Zebra raised 2026 sales guidance to 14%-16% and expects at least $1 billion free cash flow.
  • September 17, 2026 KC401 launch expands self-service demand across retail, hospitality, manufacturing, healthcare.

What critics are saying

  • Memory availability still gates shipments; Zebra targets five suppliers only by early 2027.
  • Q3 2026 margins step down as memory costs rise and tariff recovery ends.
  • If kiosk and vision rivals commoditize hardware, Zebra loses pricing power by 2027.

What makes Zebra Technologies unique

  • Zebra owns frontline workflow hardware, software, and services across retail and healthcare.
  • KC401 and CV70 extend Zebra beyond scanners into kiosks and machine vision.
  • Direct top-three memory vendor relationships and Zebra DNA improve supply resilience and device management.

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Benefits

  • Hybrid Work Options

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Zebra Technologies wins three Red Dot awards for AI-powered frontline workflow devices

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