Full-Time
Cloud Engineer II
Posted on 11/15/2025
McDonald's
10,001+ employees
Global fast-food chain with franchised model
Compensation Overview
$98.1k - $125.1k/yr
Chicago, IL, USA
In Person
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- 4+ years of Cloud development and support experience such as Amazon Web Services (AWS) or Google Cloud Platform (GCP) and a Bachelor’s degree or 3 years relevant experience and a Master’s degree
- Experience developing design specifications, test plans, and protocols
- Experience with Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC)
- Experience in software development (e.g. C#, .Net, .Net core) or scripting (e.g. Python, Powershell, etc.)
- Associate Google Cloud Platform Certification OR Associate AWS certifications (e.g. Developer, Solution Architect, or SysOps Administrator Associate)
- Good knowledge of IaaS and PaaS offerings in AWS and/or GCP
- Good knowledge of Infrastructure-as-Code and associated technologies (e.g. repos, pipelines, Terraform, etc.)
- Strong experience in Kubernetes. Knowledge of Google Kubernetes Engine (GKE), Amazon Elastic Kubernetes Service (EKS)
- Innate desire to automate everything you touch
- Self-starter, able to come up with solutions to problems and execute on those solutions while coordinating with other teams
- Infrastructure experience is a plus
- Ability to create system and process flow diagrams, data flow diagrams, sequence and UML diagrams, inter and intra system dependencies within the functional domain and across them
- Knowledge and understanding of industry trends and new technologies and ability to apply trends to architectural needs
- Excellent written and oral communication skills with ability to communicate effectively with technical and non-technical staff
- Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously
- Automate the provisioning of cloud environments through the concept of pipeline engineering using Terraform, Chef, Puppet and other tools
- Research, analyze, design, develop and support high-quality automation workflows in the cloud platform that are appropriate for business and technology strategies
- While embedding with teams, strategize, consult, and prototype alongside other engineers to implement best practices and solutions for applications utilizing CI/CD and the cloud
- Drive proof of concepts and conduct technical feasibility studies for business requirements
- Remain up-to-date on emerging technologies and architecture and propose ways to use them in current and upcoming projects
- Lead and facilitate the creation of compliance automation and policy-as-code to streamline cloud governance
- Strive to provide internal and external customers with excellent customer service and world-class service
- Effectively communicate project health, risks and issues to the program stakeholders, sponsors and management teams.Resolve most conflicts between timeline, budget, and scope independently but intuitively escalate complex or consequential issues to senior management
- Identify and direct changes through appropriate review and approval mechanisms
- Design, implement, test, deploy and maintain innovative software solutions to transform service performance, durability, cost, and security
- Work well in an agile environment
- Build, implement, and support tools that improve customer experience
- Professional level certification (AWS DevOps Professional, GCP Kubernetes Professional) or similar is a plus
- Experience in building in templates and pipelines while complying with static code analysis tools and security scanners. Experience with CI/CD tools.
- Infrastructure as Code (IaC) experience - scripting and automation via Bash, JSON templates etc.
- Strong experience in building Kubernetes environment
McDonald’s operates a global network of fast-food restaurants offering burgers, fries, and other items, serving customers quickly and affordably. It uses a mix of company-owned and franchised locations, with revenue coming from store sales, franchise fees and royalties, and income from owning and leasing real estate. It relies on digital ordering, third-party delivery, and a rewards program to boost convenience and loyalty, plus family-friendly amenities. Its goal is to lead the quick-service restaurant space by delivering scale, a strong brand, and a broad digital ecosystem, while expanding through franchising and real estate.
Company Size
10,001+
Company Stage
IPO
Headquarters
Chicago, Illinois
Founded
1955
Simplify's Take
What believers are saying
- AI-driven kitchen sensors predict equipment failures, reducing downtime and operational costs systemwide.
- Voice AI ordering across drive-thrus and kiosks improves speed in noisy environments.
- Real-time cloud integration enables faster food prep and consistent quality globally.
What critics are saying
- E. coli outbreak in Quarter Pounder sickens 150 across 12 US states.
- Taco Bell's $2 Cravings Box undercuts McDonald's $3 McValue, stealing low-income traffic.
- China's 20% beef tariff effective June 2026 forces 15% menu price hikes.
What makes McDonald's unique
- Google Cloud-powered AI Accuracy Scales weigh orders before handoff, preventing errors at scale.
- Loyalty program generated $9 billion sales across 70 markets in Q1 2026.
- Franchise model converts 32% revenue to profit, funding dividend growth toward Dividend Kings status.
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Benefits
401(k) Company Match
401(k) Retirement Plan
Performance Bonus
Long Term Incentive
Company News
McDonald's has signed a deal to sell Red Bull energy drinks, adding Red Bull Dragonberry Energizer, Dirty Dr. Pepper and Mango Pineapple Refresher to its menu from August, according to confidential documents obtained by The Wall Street Journal. The move comes as McDonald's intensifies competition in the fast food sector, where it holds 49% of the US market. The company recently launched a $3 menu and $4 breakfast to attract cost-conscious customers, with CEO Chris Kempczinski stating the strategy aims to improve "value & affordability scores". Red Bull, which sold 14 billion cans last year generating $14 billion in revenue, competes primarily with Monster and Celsius in the energy drink market. McDonald's recent quarterly results showed comparable sales up 5.7% worldwide, with revenue rising 10% to $7 billion.
McDonald's to add energy drinks, crafted sodas to US menus, WSJ reports. The new beverages slated to roll out in May include a Dirty Dr Pepper and a Mango Pineapple Refresher, with the energy drinks to come in August, said the report. PHOTO: REUTERS Published Apr 13, 2026, 11:30 AM Updated Apr 13, 2026, 11:39 AM McDonald's is preparing to introduce a Red Bull Dragonberry Energizer as part of a broader revamp of its cold drink menu at its US restaurants later in 2026, the Wall Street Journal reported on April 12, citing company documents. The new beverages, slated to roll out in May, include a Dirty Dr Pepper and a Mango Pineapple Refresher, the report said. McDonald's energy drink offerings are expected to go on sale starting in August, the Journal added. Reuters could not immediately verify the report. McDonald's did not immediately respond to a Reuters' request for comment. According to the report, McDonald's plans to price the new drinks below offerings from competitors such as Starbucks, Dutch Bros, Sonic and other chains. This comes as restaurants compete to attract price-conscious diners worn down by economic uncertainties. Earlier in April, McDonald's introduced menu items priced at US$3 (S$3.80) or less and offered a US$4 breakfast meal deal in the US. Top stories. Explore top stories from all sections in one place
End of an era: Disney Park McDonald's gets torn down. Credit: Michael Gray, Flickr It's the end of the era for the Golden Arches as one Disney park tears down a McDonald's restaurant that has served guests since the 1990s. My videos. The Golden Arches and Disney. McDonald's and The Walt Disney Company have collaborated since the 1980s, starting with Happy Meal toy partnerships and eventually expanding to the Disney theme parks. In the 1990s, kiosks serving French fries and other McDonald's staples appeared at Disneyland Park, Magic Kingdom Park, and EPCOT, and a full-service fast food restaurant opened in the Downtown Disney District (now Disney Springs) at Walt Disney World Resort. McDonald's eventually sponsored the now-closed DINOSAUR ride at Disney's Animal Kingdom Theme Park. You'll still find Disney-themed Happy Meal toys at your local McDonald's, but the brand disappeared from the Disneyland Resort and Walt Disney World Resort theme parks in the early 2000s. Disney did not renew its contract with the brand as part of an effort to promote healthy eating for children, and the theme park kiosks, restaurants, and DINOSAUR sponsorship disappeared. The only McDonald's on Disney property in the United States is a standalone restaurant near Walt Disney World's All-Star Resort hotels. Still, McDonald's remained a staple overseas at Disneyland Paris Resort. After opening its first French location in 1972, the Golden Arches became a fast-food giant in the country. France eventually became the company's second-largest market. In the 1990s, a giant McDonald's opened in the Disney Village lifestyle complex. McDonald's leaves original Disney location. Last year, Disneyland Paris Resort announced the permanent closure of the decades-old McDonald's restaurant in the Disney Village shopping, dining, and entertainment district. The fast food giant has operated in the outdoor lifestyle complex for nearly 30 years. The restaurant remained open while construction continued on a more modern McDonald's nearby, but welcomed its final guests on February 16, 2026. X (formerly known as Twitter) user @cave0fwonders shared these photos and a video of the Golden Arches coming down: A page is turning... | [Translated from French] #disneylandparis @McDonaldsFrance Get your Happy Meal nearby. Luckily, European Disney Park guests won't have to go far to get their Big Macs and chicken McNuggets. The new Disney Village McDonald's opened near Lake Disney on February 17, with exclusive Disneyland Paris Resort merchandise and "an innovative architecture designed exclusively for Disneyland Paris." Have you ever spotted ongoing construction during your visit to Walt Disney World Resort, Disneyland Resort, or an international Disney park? Share your experience with Inside the Magic in the comments!
McDonald's looks to build on south side of e'town. * BY GREG THOMPSON THE NEWS-ENTERPRISE * 9 hrs ago Residents and motorists on the south side of Elizabethtown will be lovin' this. The Burrell Family McDonald's operates the Golden Arches in Elizabethtown among others south along Interstate 65 and as far west as Evansville, Indiana. It is proposing construction of a new restaurant in a vacant lot across Roanoke Drive near Subway. The proposal will be taken up by the Elizabethtown Planning Commission at its meeting Tuesday. The lot at 100 Roanoke Drive near East Dixie Avenue will be subdivided with a portion of it being developed for the new McDonald's. "We are recommending approval, so it should be fairly smooth sailing," said Aaron Hawkins, city planner. According to a spokesperson with the Burrell Family McDonald's, the target date for opening is next spring. If the family-owned company is able to receive all of the necessary approvals, officials will be able to pull a construction permit by late summer or early fall. Business development on the south end of Elizabethtown has been an emphasis for Mayor Jeff Gregory, who took office in 2018. The city recently invested $4 million for sewer improvements and partnered with the state on road upgrades in the area. The arrival of QuikTrip and RaceTrac travel center joining the FiveStar in the area has helped boost traffic count from Exit 91 off Interstate 65 and the Western Kentucky Parkway. Traffic numbers are a key factor for national companies looking for development sites. In addition to the proposed McDonald's, a Dunkin' opened behind RaceTrac this year and Dewster's announced plans to build a second ice cream parlor in the 700 block of East Dixie, roughly a block from where Yokefellow Coffee Roasters opened last year.
New images show how mcdonald's and Costa will look at St George's Way. New CGI images have revealed what the upcoming McDonald's and Costa Coffee drive-thrus at St George's Retail Park in Newport will look like. The latest visuals provide a clearer picture of how the fast food and coffee outlets will appear within the wider development at St George's Way. Construction is continuing at pace, with large sections of the steel framework now in place. The structure for the Costa Coffee drive-thru unit has now been completed, marking another key step forward in the delivery of the retail park. As previously reported by Island Echo, the development will include a mix of retail units and drive-thru facilities, with Aldi, McDonald's and Costa Coffee all expected to feature. However, full confirmation of all tenants has not yet been officially released but rumours vary from Halfords, to Home Bargains, B&M to Superdrug. Work remains ongoing across the former Newport IW FC football ground, with construction expected to continue throughout 2026 before the site becomes fully operational. All-Inclusive Resort in Riviera NayaritPalladium Hotel Group | Sponsored All-Inclusive Resort in Costa Mujeres, CancunPalladium Hotel Group | Sponsored 3 Comments Noble Member Enough is Enough 12 hours ago At least it should ease the amount of numpties going to Ryde McDonald's, very frustrating when going to Tesco's. 12 hours ago Cool - no need for the one on Three Gates Roads Cowes then. 11 hours ago Not another obesity shop. Ye God's, It makes you wonder whether someone is getting a backhander. All-Inclusive Resort in Riviera NayaritResort on Punta de Mita's stunning beaches. All-inclusive: food, cocktails, and activities at Grand Palladium Vallarta. Plus, a laid-back paradise for surfers!Palladium Hotel Group | Sponsored * Trending * Comments * Latest