Cloud Engineer Jobs in Michigan
Cloud engineer jobs in Michigan are in active demand, concentrated in the automotive technology, healthcare IT, and financial services sectors, with openings at every level from entry-level cloud support to senior cloud architect. Detroit, Grand Rapids, and Ann Arbor are the primary hiring hubs, where established employers like Ford Motor Company, General Motors, and Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan maintain substantial cloud infrastructure teams. The most sought-after specialties in Michigan are cloud infrastructure on AWS and Azure, DevOps automation, and cloud security. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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Consumers Energy is Michigan’s largest energy provider, providing natural gas and/or electricity to 6.8 million of the state’s 10 million residents in all 68 Lower Peninsula counties. Consumers Energy knows job number one is to keep the lights on for customers. We are committed to delivering reliable, clean, and affordable energy to our customers 24/7.
This position is not eligible for immigration sponsorship, e.g., H-1B, TN, etc. Please do not apply if you will need immigration sponsorship for a work visa now or in the future, including sponsorship for H-1B, TN, etc., now or in the future. We are unable to hire individuals with CPT, OPT, or STEM OPT for this position as the position is not eligible for participation in the H-1B lottery program and is not eligible for current or future immigration sponsorship for a work visa.
Location: This is a hybrid (virtual/onsite) position with required onsite days on Monday, Tuesday and Thursday assigned to One Energy Plaza located in Jackson, MI. The selected candidate must be within a commutable distance or willing to relocate (relocation package is available for those that qualify).
General Summary of Job Responsibilities
The Principal Cloud Engineer is a senior technical leader responsible for architecting, governing, and advancing the enterprise cloud platform across CMS Energy. This role designs scalable, secure, and resilient infrastructure solutions that align with business objectives while influencing cloud strategy across the organization.
Principal Cloud Engineers serve as thought leaders, partnering with Engineering, Architecture, Security, and Operations teams to establish best practices, promote platform reusability, and guide major technical decisions. They serve as accelerators by enabling teams through tooling, automation, mentorship, and strategic technical direction.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
- Develop and enforce cloud governance models that align with security, compliance, and operational standards.
- Partner with business stakeholders and product teams to align cloud solutions with long-term organizational goals and ensure platform decisions support the company's mission.
- Mentor senior engineers and promote architectural thinking, helping teams balance speed of delivery with long-term scalability and sustainability.
- Participate in enterprise architecture reviews to ensure consistency, quality, security, and alignment across solutions.
- Lead the architecture and design of enterprise-scale infrastructure solutions across hybrid and multi-cloud environments, including Azure, AWS, GCP, and on-premises environments.
- Define reusable platform patterns and reference architectures that enable self-service capabilities, scalability, and secure-by-default designs.
- Drive the adoption of cloud-native technologies, including container orchestration, serverless computing, service meshes, and event-driven infrastructure.
- Lead complex migrations and transformation initiatives, including data center exits, cloud modernization efforts, and cross-cloud initiatives.
- Guide investments in tools, technologies, and platforms, including Infrastructure as Code (IaC) pipelines, observability stacks, and platform engineering practices.
- Operate and support cloud platforms by performing OS-level patching, enforcing security policies, and maintaining high availability through proactive monitoring and alerting.
- Troubleshoot complex issues involving infrastructure, networking, and application layers across multiple cloud platforms.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Knowledge/Skills/Abilities
- Security & Governance: Strong knowledge of cloud security controls, compliance frameworks, including SOC 2, HIPAA, and ISO 27001, and audit-readiness requirements.
- Cloud-Native Technologies: Advanced experience with Kubernetes, service meshes, GitOps, and scalable CI/CD platforms.
- Cross-Functional Influence: Demonstrated ability to drive decisions at the intersection of business, security, operations, and software engineering.
- Architecture & Design: Proven expertise in designing large-scale, resilient infrastructure across multi-cloud and hybrid environments.
- Platform Engineering: Deep understanding of reusable infrastructure platforms, developer enablement tools, and service catalogs.
- Innovation & Leadership: Ability to identify emerging technologies, assess their business and technical value, and strategically integrate them into enterprise environments.
- Cloud & Infrastructure: Broad knowledge of IaaS, PaaS, and SaaS offerings, with an emphasis on Azure. Experience with AWS and GCP is preferred. Strong knowledge of Linux and Windows operating systems.
- Automation & DevOps: Hands-on experience with Terraform, Bicep, Azure DevOps, scripting languages such as PowerShell, Python, and Bash, configuration management tools such as Puppet, and backup and disaster recovery technologies such as Commvault and Zerto.
Education/Experience
- Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field and seven (7+) years of experience in cloud architecture, DevOps, infrastructure automation, or platform engineering
- [OR] Associate’s degree and nine (9+) years of experience in cloud architecture, DevOps, infrastructure automation, or platform engineering
- [OR] High School Diploma/GED and eleven (11+) years of experience in cloud architecture, DevOps, infrastructure automation, or platform engineering
Why should you join our team?
At Consumers Energy, we offer more than just a place to work. We foster a culture that supports career development, growth, and stability, and we take pride in offering our co-workers excellent benefits and compensation packages. We are deliberately creating an inclusive culture that makes our diverse team of co-workers feel valued, supported, and empowered every day. We're a company made up of thousands of people, all with different stories to share and work to do, but we stand united in our company purpose: world class performance delivering hometown service.
What we offer:
- Competitive compensation packages
- Medical, Dental and Vision
- 401k with company match
- Paid parental leave
- Up to 13 paid Holidays
- Paid time off
- Educational Assistance Program
Diversity, Equity & Inclusion:
We, at CMS Energy, value Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion. It is part of our DNA. We treat our employees with respect, we treat each other fairly and we value the opinions of others. We are passionate about building and nurturing an environment where everyone feels included. We don’t discriminate. We seek to learn about each other and better understand our unique differences. Our uniqueness makes us authentic. We create safe spaces where everyone can be who they truly are. We invite difficult conversations and uncomfortable topics. We value diverse perspectives; this is what makes us great together. We harbor an inclusive environment where employees feel empowered to share their backgrounds, experiences, and ideas. Our Employee Resource Groups, Women in Energy (WE), Minority Advisory Panel (MAP), Pride Alliance of Consumers Energy (PACE), GENERGY (Different Generations), capable (Different Abilities), Interfaith, People Planet Partners, and Veterans Advisory Panel (VAP) are key enablers to living the values of our company culture: Caring, Empowered, Deliberate, Agility, and Ownership.
All qualified applicants will not be discriminated against and will receive consideration for employment without regard to protected veteran status, disability, race, color, religion, sex, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or national origin.
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Prin Cloud Engineer
Consumers Energy is Michigan’s largest energy provider, providing natural gas and/or electricity to 6.8 million of the state’s 10 million residents in all 68 Lower Peninsula counties. Consumers Energy knows job number one is to keep the lights on for customers. We are committed to delivering reliable, clean, and affordable energy to our customers 24/7.
This position is not eligible for immigration sponsorship, e.g., H-1B, TN, etc. Please do not apply if you will need immigration sponsorship for a work visa now or in the future, including sponsorship for H-1B, TN, etc., now or in the future. We are unable to hire individuals with CPT, OPT, or STEM OPT for this position as the position is not eligible for participation in the H-1B lottery program and is not eligible for current or future immigration sponsorship for a work visa.
Location: This is a hybrid (virtual/onsite) position with required onsite days on Monday, Tuesday and Thursday assigned to One Energy Plaza located in Jackson, MI. The selected candidate must be within a commutable distance or willing to relocate (relocation package is available for those that qualify).
General Summary of Job Responsibilities
The Principal Cloud Engineer is a senior technical leader responsible for architecting, governing, and advancing the enterprise cloud platform across CMS Energy. This role designs scalable, secure, and resilient infrastructure solutions that align with business objectives while influencing cloud strategy across the organization.
Principal Cloud Engineers serve as thought leaders, partnering with Engineering, Architecture, Security, and Operations teams to establish best practices, promote platform reusability, and guide major technical decisions. They serve as accelerators by enabling teams through tooling, automation, mentorship, and strategic technical direction.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
- Develop and enforce cloud governance models that align with security, compliance, and operational standards.
- Partner with business stakeholders and product teams to align cloud solutions with long-term organizational goals and ensure platform decisions support the company's mission.
- Mentor senior engineers and promote architectural thinking, helping teams balance speed of delivery with long-term scalability and sustainability.
- Participate in enterprise architecture reviews to ensure consistency, quality, security, and alignment across solutions.
- Lead the architecture and design of enterprise-scale infrastructure solutions across hybrid and multi-cloud environments, including Azure, AWS, GCP, and on-premises environments.
- Define reusable platform patterns and reference architectures that enable self-service capabilities, scalability, and secure-by-default designs.
- Drive the adoption of cloud-native technologies, including container orchestration, serverless computing, service meshes, and event-driven infrastructure.
- Lead complex migrations and transformation initiatives, including data center exits, cloud modernization efforts, and cross-cloud initiatives.
- Guide investments in tools, technologies, and platforms, including Infrastructure as Code (IaC) pipelines, observability stacks, and platform engineering practices.
- Operate and support cloud platforms by performing OS-level patching, enforcing security policies, and maintaining high availability through proactive monitoring and alerting.
- Troubleshoot complex issues involving infrastructure, networking, and application layers across multiple cloud platforms.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Knowledge/Skills/Abilities
- Security & Governance: Strong knowledge of cloud security controls, compliance frameworks, including SOC 2, HIPAA, and ISO 27001, and audit-readiness requirements.
- Cloud-Native Technologies: Advanced experience with Kubernetes, service meshes, GitOps, and scalable CI/CD platforms.
- Cross-Functional Influence: Demonstrated ability to drive decisions at the intersection of business, security, operations, and software engineering.
- Architecture & Design: Proven expertise in designing large-scale, resilient infrastructure across multi-cloud and hybrid environments.
- Platform Engineering: Deep understanding of reusable infrastructure platforms, developer enablement tools, and service catalogs.
- Innovation & Leadership: Ability to identify emerging technologies, assess their business and technical value, and strategically integrate them into enterprise environments.
- Cloud & Infrastructure: Broad knowledge of IaaS, PaaS, and SaaS offerings, with an emphasis on Azure. Experience with AWS and GCP is preferred. Strong knowledge of Linux and Windows operating systems.
- Automation & DevOps: Hands-on experience with Terraform, Bicep, Azure DevOps, scripting languages such as PowerShell, Python, and Bash, configuration management tools such as Puppet, and backup and disaster recovery technologies such as Commvault and Zerto.
Education/Experience
- Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field and seven (7+) years of experience in cloud architecture, DevOps, infrastructure automation, or platform engineering
- [OR] Associate’s degree and nine (9+) years of experience in cloud architecture, DevOps, infrastructure automation, or platform engineering
- [OR] High School Diploma/GED and eleven (11+) years of experience in cloud architecture, DevOps, infrastructure automation, or platform engineering
Why should you join our team?
At Consumers Energy, we offer more than just a place to work. We foster a culture that supports career development, growth, and stability, and we take pride in offering our co-workers excellent benefits and compensation packages. We are deliberately creating an inclusive culture that makes our diverse team of co-workers feel valued, supported, and empowered every day. We're a company made up of thousands of people, all with different stories to share and work to do, but we stand united in our company purpose: world class performance delivering hometown service.
What we offer:
- Competitive compensation packages
- Medical, Dental and Vision
- 401k with company match
- Paid parental leave
- Up to 13 paid Holidays
- Paid time off
- Educational Assistance Program
Diversity, Equity & Inclusion:
We, at CMS Energy, value Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion. It is part of our DNA. We treat our employees with respect, we treat each other fairly and we value the opinions of others. We are passionate about building and nurturing an environment where everyone feels included. We don’t discriminate. We seek to learn about each other and better understand our unique differences. Our uniqueness makes us authentic. We create safe spaces where everyone can be who they truly are. We invite difficult conversations and uncomfortable topics. We value diverse perspectives; this is what makes us great together. We harbor an inclusive environment where employees feel empowered to share their backgrounds, experiences, and ideas. Our Employee Resource Groups, Women in Energy (WE), Minority Advisory Panel (MAP), Pride Alliance of Consumers Energy (PACE), GENERGY (Different Generations), capable (Different Abilities), Interfaith, People Planet Partners, and Veterans Advisory Panel (VAP) are key enablers to living the values of our company culture: Caring, Empowered, Deliberate, Agility, and Ownership.
All qualified applicants will not be discriminated against and will receive consideration for employment without regard to protected veteran status, disability, race, color, religion, sex, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or national origin.
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The qualifications that appear most often in cloud engineer jobs across Michigan.
- Bachelor's degree in computer science, information systems, or a related technical field
- Hands-on experience with at least one major cloud platform such as AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud
- Proficiency with infrastructure-as-code tools such as Terraform or Ansible
- Experience designing, deploying, and managing cloud-native or hybrid cloud architectures
- Familiarity with DevOps practices including CI/CD pipelines, containerization, and Kubernetes
- Relevant cloud certifications such as AWS Certified Solutions Architect or Microsoft Azure Administrator
Cloud Engineer Jobs in Michigan: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a cloud engineer in Michigan?
Michigan does not require a state-issued license to work as a cloud engineer. The standard path is a bachelor's degree in computer science, information technology, or a closely related field, followed by earning platform certifications such as AWS Certified Solutions Architect or Microsoft Certified: Azure Administrator. Michigan employers in the automotive and healthcare sectors place particular weight on hands-on cloud project experience alongside those credentials.
How much do cloud engineers make in Michigan?
Cloud engineers in Michigan earn a median of about $105,680 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $51,440 for the lowest 10% to over $160,830 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.
Which companies hire cloud engineers in Michigan?
Employers hiring cloud engineers in Michigan right now include Gordon Food Service, Mastronardi Produce, and Google, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Michigan's concentration of automotive, healthcare, and insurance headquarters means many of these openings support large-scale enterprise cloud migrations and hybrid infrastructure programs.
Which Michigan cities have the most cloud engineer jobs?
Livonia, Detroit, and Wyoming have the most cloud engineer openings in Michigan. Detroit and its surrounding suburbs drive the largest share, anchored by automotive technology companies and large financial institutions headquartered there, while Ann Arbor's university ecosystem and growing tech sector and Grand Rapids' expanding healthcare and manufacturing IT market contribute a consistent volume of postings.
Are there remote cloud engineer jobs in Michigan?
Yes, and more than most fields. Cloud engineering is inherently infrastructure work managed through remote access tools, making it one of the more remote-friendly technical disciplines. About 75% of cloud engineer openings tied to Michigan are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, reflecting how naturally the work adapts to distributed teams. The roles most commonly offered as fully remote are cloud architecture, DevOps engineering, and cloud security.
How can I get hired as a cloud engineer in Michigan with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is moving from an adjacent IT role such as systems administrator, network technician, or IT support specialist, which are common feeder positions at Michigan employers like Ford Motor Company, Spectrum Health, and large Detroit-area financial firms. Earning an entry-level cloud certification on AWS or Azure, building a portfolio of personal or open-source cloud projects, and applying to associate cloud engineer or cloud operations analyst postings gives candidates a concrete edge without a prior cloud-specific job title.
Where can I find and apply to cloud engineer jobs in Michigan?
You can find and apply to cloud engineer jobs in Michigan on Migrate Mate, which lists current Michigan openings. Find the roles that fit your experience and specialization and apply directly to the ones that match.
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