Engineer, Cloud

CULTIVATE A BETTER WORLD

Food served fast does not have to be a typical fast-food experience. Chipotle has always done things differently, both in and out of our restaurants. We are changing the face of fast food, starting conversations, and directly supporting efforts to shift the future of farming and food. We hope you will join us as we continue to learn, evolve, and shape what comes next on our mission to make better food accessible to everyone.

THE OPPORTUNITY

The Engineer – Platform Engineering (Cloud Engineer) is responsible for building and managing Chipotle’s cloud and on-premises infrastructure, with a focus on automation and scalability. You will implement and maintain core platform services (such as cloud resources, servers, and CI/CD pipelines) that power our restaurants and enterprise systems. By utilizing Infrastructure-as-Code and robust monitoring, you’ll drive improvements in reliability, performance, and security. This role plays a key part in Chipotle’s modernization initiatives, contributing to cloud adoption and platform innovation in line with our Infrastructure Strategy.

 

WHAT YOU’LL DO

• Configure, deploy, and manage cloud infrastructure (Azure/AWS) and on-prem servers, ensuring systems are set up following best practices for security and performance.
• Develop and maintain Infrastructure-as-Code templates and CI/CD pipelines (e.g. Terraform scripts, Azure DevOps tasks) to automate provisioning and configuration of resources.
• AI & Automation: Comfortable leveraging leading LLMs and hybrid AI models to accelerate engineering work, including generating and validating Infrastructure as Code (IaC), scripts, automation, and troubleshooting workflows.
• Implement and tune monitoring, logging, and alerting solutions for platform components to quickly detect issues and optimize system performance
• Troubleshoot complex infrastructure issues (network, OS, or cloud service problems), working with cross-functional teams to restore service and identify root causes.
• Research and introduce new technologies or tools (containers, configuration management, AIOps platforms) that can improve infrastructure efficiency, scalability, or cost-effectiveness.

WHAT YOU’LL BRING TO THE TABLE

• Bachelor's Degree (BA/BS) from 4-year college or university.
• 3-5 year’s experience
• Solid hands-on experience with cloud infrastructure (Azure or AWS), virtualization, and containerization, along with a strong grasp of core infrastructure components (servers, storage, networks, security).
• Proficiency in scripting/automation (e.g. Terraform, PowerShell, CI/CD pipelines) to build and manage infrastructure as code, driving consistency and efficiency.
• Hands-on experience with leading LLMs and AI coding tools, including using AI to generate, review, and validate Infrastructure as Code and automation, plus an understanding of hybrid AI architectures.
• Strong analytical and troubleshooting abilities for infrastructure issues – able to dissect complex problems under pressure and implement reliable solutions.
• Effective communication and teamwork skills, with the ability to work cross-functionally (e.g. with developers, support teams) and clearly document technical processes.
• A security-minded and detail-oriented approach – you follow best practices for cloud governance, identity/access management, and compliance in everything you build.

PAY TRANSPARENCY

A reasonable estimate of the current base pay range for this position is $87,000.00–$120,000.00. You are also eligible for annual cash bonuses and equity awards based upon performance and other factors. Actual compensation offered may vary depending on skill level, experience, and/or education. Chipotle offers a competitive total rewards package, which includes medical, dental, and vision insurance, 401k, sick leave, vacation time, and much more. Visit https://jobs.chipotle.com/benefits for more details.

WHO WE ARE

Chipotle Mexican Grill, Inc. (NYSE: CMG) is cultivating a better world by serving responsibly sourced, classically cooked, real food with wholesome ingredients without artificial colors, flavors or preservatives. Chipotle has restaurants in the United States, Canada, the United Kingdom, France and Germany and is the only restaurant company of its size that owns and operates all its restaurants in North America and Europe. With employees passionate about providing a great guest experience, Chipotle is a longtime leader and innovator in the food industry. Chipotle is committed to making its food more accessible to everyone while continuing to be a brand with a demonstrated purpose as it leads the way in digital, technology and sustainable business practices. For more information or to place an order online, visit WWW.CHIPOTLE.COM

Chipotle Mexican Grill is an equal opportunity employer that values diversity at all levels. As a people-first company rooted in values, our purpose extends beyond serving nutritious food using real ingredients. It means hiring world-class individuals and fostering a culture that champions diversity, ensures equity, and celebrates inclusion. All qualified applicants, regardless of personal characteristics, are encouraged to apply.  

Qualified applicants with disabilities may be entitled to reasonable accommodation under the terms of the Americans with Disabilities Act and/or certain state or local laws. Please contact [email protected] if you need an accommodation due to a disability to complete an application, job interview, and/or to otherwise participate in the hiring process. This email does not respond to non-accommodations related requests.