Skip to the main content.

Azure Cloud Engineer

 

Position Overview:

We are seeking an experienced and results-oriented Azure Cloud Engineer to join our team. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record in designing, implementing, and managing cloud solutions on Microsoft Azure. This role focuses on delivering measurable outcomes in performance, security, scalability, and cost optimization while contributing to strategic cloud initiatives and operational excellence.

 

Key Qualifications:

Azure Cloud Experience & Certifications

  • 5+ years of hands-on experience with Azure Cloud, including infrastructure design, deployment, and management.
  • Proficiency in Azure Entra ID (formerly Azure Active Directory), with a focus on Identity and Access Management (IAM) and managing enterprise applications.
  • Expertise in optimizing cloud environments for cost-efficiency, high availability, performance, and security.
  • Hands-on experience with SQL or NoSQL databases, such as Azure SQL Database, Cosmos DB, or SQL Server.
  • Experience with hybrid and multi-cloud solutions, including Azure Arc and configuring ExpressRoute or similar hybrid connectivity tools.

Certifications

  • Required: AZ-900, AZ-104, AZ-305, or higher certifications in Azure technologies.

  • Preferred: Okta Certified Professional, CCNA (or equivalent networking certification), and Terraform Associate (003).

 

System Administration & Automation

  • Advanced proficiency in automation and scripting using tools and languages such as PowerShell, Terraform, Bicep, Bash, JSON, YAML, Python, and KQL.

  • Strong system administration skills in both Linux and Windows environments.

  • Comprehensive understanding of:

    • Networking concepts, including DNS, IP addressing, the OSI model, and web-based communication for API-driven applications.

    • Cloud-native and hybrid networking, including load balancers, firewalls, and secure VPN setups.

  • Experience in designing and implementing Infrastructure-as-Code (IaC) practices for repeatable and scalable infrastructure deployments.

 

Security and Governance

  • Hands-on experience with tools like Azure Security Center, Azure Policy, and Azure Key Vault for managing secrets and access controls.

  • Strong knowledge of security frameworks such as zero trust architecture, data encryption, and key management.

  • Familiarity with compliance standards like ISO 27001, SOC 2, GDPR, or HIPAA, with the ability to design systems that meet these requirements.

  • Experience with cloud governance frameworks and cost management using tools like Azure Cost Management & Billing.


 

DevOps and Automation

  • Proficiency with CI/CD pipelines using tools like Azure DevOps, GitHub Actions, or similar platforms.

  • Familiarity with containerization technologies like Docker and orchestration tools such as Kubernetes or Azure Kubernetes Service (AKS).

  • Proven ability to automate complex infrastructure and operational workflows, reducing manual efforts and improving deployment efficiency.

  • Familiarity with serverless architecture and automation tools like Azure Logic Apps, Azure Functions, and Event Grid.

 

Monitoring and Observability

  • Proficiency in monitoring tools such as Azure Monitor, Log Analytics, Prometheus, or Grafana for tracking system performance and availability.

  • Proven experience creating dashboards, alerts, and metrics for real-time monitoring and incident response.

  • Strong ability to troubleshoot performance bottlenecks and optimize workloads for reliability and scalability.

 

Leadership & Collaboration

  • Demonstrated ability to lead cloud transformation projects, including cloud migrations, workload optimizations, and infrastructure modernization.

  • Proven track record mentoring junior engineers, fostering knowledge-sharing, and building collaborative team environments.

  • Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to present technical solutions effectively to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.

  • Experience managing stakeholder expectations and delivering projects on time and within budget.

 

Education

  • Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Engineering, or equivalent practical experience.

Additional Preferred Skills

  • Strong focus on operational efficiency through automation and optimization.

  • Familiarity with tools and frameworks for disaster recovery and business continuity in Azure.

  • Passion for staying current on emerging cloud technologies and best practices

 

To Apply: Send your resume to joshua.moorehead@senderrarx.com