Principal Cloud Engineer
Full Time Perm
Way of Work Hybrid, 3 days on location
Salary Range: $ 133,400 - 200,100, plus 10% annual bonus
Location: Columbus, OH (must relocate to Columbus, OH if you reside outside of a commutable distance)
Relocation Assistance Provided
NiSource is one of the largest fully regulated utility companies in the U.S., serving millions of customers across six states. We’re more than an energy provider—we’re a team committed to innovation, inclusion, and growth. At NiSource, you’ll find a workplace that encourages collaboration, supports professional development, and empowers employees to make an impact.
Principal Engineers in the NiSource IT department supports the design, development, and implementation of technical solutions for various products and platforms. This work involves working on agile product and platform teams that require hands-on technical work, problem-solving, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality solutions.
Cloud Engineers must have deep expertise in the Microsoft Azure platform, including cloud deployment strategies, operational and financial management, security best practices, and integrating complex on‑premises systems with SaaS and cloud‑based applications. The Cloud Engineers also oversee the design and support of cloud‑based data solutions, including data analytics platforms, data lakes, and storage architectures.
Your additional responsibilities may include, but are not limited to:
Technical Support: Assist in the design, development, and implementation of solutions for assigned technical product/platform.
Solution Development: Develop and implement solutions that enhance the functionality and performance of assigned products or platforms
Collaboration: Work closely with cross-functional teams, including developers, analysts, service providers and stakeholders, to understand requirements and deliver effective solutions
Code and Configuration Review and Quality Assurance: Participate in reviews and ensure that solutions meet quality standards and best practices
Troubleshooting and Support: Diagnose and resolve technical issues, providing support and maintenance for existing systems
Continuous Learning: Stay updated with industry trends and emerging technologies to contribute to innovation and continuous improvement in platform solutions
You must possess the below minimum qualifications to be initially considered for this position. Preferred qualifications are in addition to the minimum requirements and are considered a plus factor in identifying top candidates.
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor's Degree or equivalent work experience.
10+ years of experience in Infrastructure Cloud or Data Center Domain
Type of Experience
Designing and solutioning the deployment of multi-cloud solutions across Azure, AWS, or Google Cloud
Solutioning of enterprise-wide cloud governance policies to ensure scalability, compliance, and security
Leading efforts to optimize cloud infrastructure for cost-effectiveness, performance, and resiliency
Developing innovative cloud-native solutions, leveraging serverless architectures, containerization, and managed services
Designing and implementing disaster recovery strategies and ensure their integration across hybrid and cloud environments
Driving innovation in container orchestration strategies using Kubernetes
Preferred Qualifications
Professional certifications in relevant IT areas
Experience in a similar industry or sector
Experience mentoring junior engineers and promoting career growth
Disclaimer
The preceding description is not designed to be a complete list of all duties and responsibilities required for the position.
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As a public utility, NiSource is required to provide continuous service to customers at all times. To ensure we fulfill that obligation, employees may be required to work outside their normal work hours and perform tasks outside of their normal responsibilities in support of emergency operations.
Work Authorization
Authorized to work in the United States without requiring sponsorship.
Workplace Connection
Value inclusion within your day to day responsibilities by respecting others perspectives/convictions, engaging others opinions, creating a safe environment where people, ideas, and opinions are valued within your Team/Customers and external partners.
Respect the unique lived experiences within your Team/Customers and external work partners by valuing different world views, challenges, and cultures that represents all walks of life and all backgrounds.
Treat others with respect and consideration. Actively participate in creating and contributing to a positive work environment.
Equal Employment Opportunity
NiSource is committed to providing equal employment opportunities in each of its companies to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin or ancestry, veteran status, disability, gender, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, sex (including pregnancy, lactation, childbirth or related medical conditions), genetic information, citizenship status, or any protected group status as defined by law. Each employee is expected to abide by this principle.
By applying, you may be considered for other job opportunities.
ADA Accommodations
If you need a reasonable accommodation to participate in any part of the hiring process or to perform the essential functions of the position, please contact OneHR at OneHR@nisource.com or 1-888-640-3320
Safety Statement
Promote a safe work environment by actively participating in all aspects of our employee safety program. Report any unsafe conditions and take actions to prevent personal injuries. Support our interdependent safety culture by ensuring the safety of your co-workers. Stay focused on the task at hand and promote productivity through good work habits.
E-Verify
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Salary Range*:
$133,400.00 - $200,100.00
*The salary offered to a candidate is based on several factors including but not limited to the candidate’s skills, job-related knowledge, and relevant experience, as well as internal pay equity
Posting Start Date:
2026-04-01
Posting End Date (if applicable):
2026-04-17
NiSource (NYSE: NI) helps energize the lives of its nearly 4 million natural gas and electric customers across six states. Our local utilities – Columbia Gas and NIPSCO – ensure that customers receive safe, reliable and affordable natural gas and electric service each and every day. Our business plan is focused on proactively investing in our energy infrastructure – approximately $1.4 billion a year – to ensure we meet and improve upon our customer commitments for the next 100 years.
We employ more than 7,000 of our neighbors who are actively engaged in the communities we’re privileged to serve, making them great places to live and call home. NiSource is headquartered in Merrillville, Indiana – about 35 miles from Chicago – and we maintain a significant corporate presence in Columbus, Ohio. Our utility operations also span Kentucky, Maryland, Pennsylvania and Virginia.
