Cloud Infrastructure Engineer Sr

Dayforce is a global human capital management (HCM) company headquartered in Toronto, Ontario, and Minneapolis, Minnesota, with operations across North America, Europe, Middle East, Africa (EMEA), and the Asia Pacific Japan (APJ) region.

Our award-winning Cloud HCM platform offers a unified solution database and continuous calculation engine, driving efficiency, productivity and compliance for the global workforce.

Our brand promise - Makes Work Life Better™ - Reflects our commitment to employees, customers, partners and communities globally.


Location: Work is what you do, not where you go. For this role, we are open to remote work and can hire anywhere in the United States.

About the opportunity
We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Senior Cloud Infrastructure Engineer with deep expertise in Terraform/Terraform Cloud, Azure, and CI/CD automation to join our dynamic Cloud Infrastructure Engineering and Automation (CIEA) team. In this role, you will play a critical part in designing, implementing, and optimizing scalable cloud infrastructure solutions that power Dayforce’s next-generation cloud-native platforms.
You will work closely with engineering, security, and product teams to drive Infrastructure as Code (IaC) best practices, streamline onboarding, and enable consistent, secure, and reliable deployment patterns across the enterprise.
Special Requirements
This position requires passing a Dayforce background screening, USFedPASS (US Federal Personnel Authorization Screening Standards). This includes a credit check, criminal/misdemeanor check and taking a drug test. Any employment is contingent upon passing the screening. Due to Federal requirements, only US citizens, US naturalized citizens or US Permanent Residents, holding a green card, will be considered.
What you'll get to do
• Design and develop reusable Terraform modules and automation workflows for deploying Azure infrastructure at scale.
• Drive enhancements to Terraform Cloud workspaces, supporting state management, drift detection, and policy enforcement.
• Implement and improve GitHub Actions pipelines and integrate GitOps workflows using ArgoCD.
• Partner with developers, architects, and security engineers to deliver infrastructure that is secure, scalable, and operationally efficient.
• Participate in code reviews, peer mentoring, and documentation to ensure high-quality engineering standards.
• Contribute to documentation, standards, and tooling that elevate the broader platform engineering practice.
Skills and experience we value
• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field or equivalent experience
• 8+ years in cloud infrastructure, DevOps, or platform engineering roles
• Advanced proficiency with Terraform, Terraform Cloud, Hashi Vault, GitHub Actions, and Azure services
• Experience with Kubernetes (AKS) and GitOps tools such as ArgoCD
• Proficient with scripting languages like Python, Bash, or PowerShell
• Solid understanding of Azure networking, identity, RBAC, and security best practices
• Familiarity with image promotion pipelines, container registries (ACR), and GitHub runners
• Experience with GitHub Actions and CI/CD pipeline development
• Ability to analyze complex technical challenges and deliver reliable, scalable solutions
• Thrives in a fast-paced environment with changing priorities and evolving technologies
• Strong communication and teamwork skills


What’s in it for you
Dayforce is fueled by the diversity of our talented employees. We are an equal opportunity employer and consider and embrace ALL individuals and what makes them unique. We believe our employees should be happy and healthy, with peace of mind and a sense of fulfillment.
We encourage individuals to apply based on their passions.
Dayforce encourages personal and professional growth. We offer excellent time away from work programs, comprehensive wellness initiatives and recognition through competitive pay and benefits.
With a commitment to community impact, including volunteer days and our charity, Dayforce Cares we provide opportunities for you to thrive both in your career and personal life. Our focus is not just on your job but on supporting you to be the best version of yourself.
About the Salary Ranges

Please note that the salary range mentioned in this job description should serve simply as a guide. The final compensation offered may vary based on a variety of factors, including bonuses and/or incentives, or a candidate’s experience, skills, budget and location. Our company is committed to providing a fair, equitable, and competitive package that reflects the value an individual brings to the organization.
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