Cloud Engineer

As a global-diversified manufacturing company, it’s sometimes hard to explain all the different things we do.  We like to say, “we’re the biggest company no one has ever heard of.”  We are confident you interact with one of our products in your daily life without knowing it.  Whether it’s the mattress you sleep on, the car you drive, the plane you fly on, or the furniture you sit on, our high-quality components are there supporting you.  If you join our team, your work will ensure people across the world have a little more comfort in their lives.

Leggett & Platt is seeking a Cloud Engineer to join our cloud infrastructure team at the IDEA Center in Lenexa, Kansas. This is an excellent opportunity to be part of a close-knit team in a global organization. We are seeking someone with high attention to detail, who is teachable, and a flexible team player.

As a Cloud Engineer, you will have the opportunity to develop, deploy, and debug systems, as well as executing new cloud initiatives. The team you will be working with is collaborative and innovative, and values strategic thinking and attention to detail.

So, what you will be doing as our Cloud Software Engineer:

• Regularly evaluate cloud applications, hardware, and software
• Develop and organize cloud systems
• Work closely with IT security
• Offer guidance in infrastructure techniques
• Create a well-informed cloud strategy
• Document the work in detailed, easy to follow language

To be successful in this role, you will need:

• Bachelor's degree in computer science, computer engineering, information technology, or relevant field
• Knowledge of architecture, maintenance, and administration of Linux servers
• Knowledge of CI/CD tools, and scripting languages to deploy, maintain, and support cloud infrastructure
• Knowledge of virtual networks and general network management functions
• Knowledge of cloud database management skills
• Proficiency in containerization tools and understanding Docker and Kubernetes
• Knowledge to deploy and run application software on virtual machines
• At least 2 years of experience with cloud services
• Strong interpersonal skills (communication, teamwork, dependability)

Things we consider a plus:

• Microsoft Certified DevOps Engineer Expert
• Microsoft Applied Skills: Create an AI agent
• Familiarity with development methodologies such as TDD and BDD

What to Do Next

Now that you’ve had a chance to learn more about us, what are you waiting for! Apply today and allow us the opportunity to learn more about you and the value you can bring to our team. Once you apply, be sure to create a profile, and sign up for job alerts, so you can be the first to know when new opportunities become available.

Our Values

Our values speak to our shared beliefs and describe how we approach working together.

• Put People First reflects our commitment to safety and care of each other, learning and development, and creating an inclusive environment of mutual respect, empathy and belonging.
• Do the Right Thing focuses us on acting with honesty and integrity, delivering the results the right way, taking pride in our work, and speaking the truth – good or bad.
• Do Great Work…Together occurs when we engage without hierarchy, collaborate as a team, embrace challenges, and work for the good of all of us.
• Take Ownership and Raise the Bar demonstrate our responsibility to add value and make a difference, challenge the status quo and biases to make things better, foster innovative and creative solutions to drive impact, and explore new perspectives and embrace change.

Our Commitment to You

We're actively taking steps to make sure our culture is inclusive and that our processes and practices promote equity for all. Leggett & Platt is comprised of people of all abilities, gender identities and expressions, ages, ethnicities, sexual orientations, veteran status, and more. Join us!

We welcome and encourage applications if you meet the minimum qualifications. Even if you do not meet the preferred qualifications, we’d love the opportunity to consider you.

Equal Employment Opportunity/Veteran/Disability Employer

For more information about how we handle your personal data in connection with our recruiting processes, please refer to the Recruiting Privacy Notice on the “Privacy Notice” tab located at http://privacy.leggett.com