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Azure Cloud Engineer

Phoenix, AZ, USA

Job Type

Software

Position Overview:


We are seeking an Azure Cloud Engineer, who is responsible for designing, implementing, and maintaining our cloud infrastructure on the Microsoft Azure platform. The desired candidate will work closely with cross-functional teams to ensure the availability, security, and scalability of our cloud-based solutions.
The qualified candidate will bring commensurate skills and experience outlined in the job description, but also carry a desire to impact the organizations cloud infrastructure for the better, by being both ambitious and realistic, while maintaining industry best practices.

Responsibilities:

  • Azure Infrastructure Management: Design, deploy, and manage Azure-based infrastructure, ensuring optimal performance, availability, and scalability.

  • Resource Provisioning: Create and manage virtual machines, storage, and other Azure resources, optimizing resource allocation based on application requirements.

  • Security and Compliance: Implement security best practices, including Azure Security Center, and ensure compliance with industry standards and company policies.

  • Monitoring and Troubleshooting: Set up monitoring and alerting solutions to proactively identify and resolve performance and security issues.

  • Automation: Develop and maintain scripts and automation tools to streamline routine tasks and deployments.

  • Disaster Recovery: Design and maintain backup and disaster recovery strategies to protect critical data and services.

  • Networking: Configure and maintain virtual networks, VPNs, and firewalls to ensure secure and efficient data transmission.

  • Collaboration: Work closely with development and operations teams to support the deployment and scaling of applications in Azure.

  • Documentation: Maintain comprehensive documentation of Azure configurations and procedures for reference and training purposes.

  • Stay Informed: Keep up-to-date with Azure services and best practices to ensure our cloud environment is at the forefront of technology.

Skills & Experience:

  • Proven experience in designing, implementing, and managing Azure-based solutions.

  • Strong understanding of cloud architecture, including IaaS, PaaS, and SaaS.

  • Proficiency in Azure services, including Virtual Machines, Azure Kubernetes Service, Azure SQL, Azure Active Directory/Microsoft Entra ID, and Azure Functions.

  • Experience with scripting languages (e.g., PowerShell, Python) for automation.

  • Experience with modeling cloud consumption and costs.

  • Knowledge of network and security best practices in the Azure environment.

  • Strong problem-solving and troubleshooting skills.

  • Excellent communication and collaboration skills.

  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

  • Bachelor's degree in computer science, information technology, or a related field (or equivalent experience).

Other Valued Skills:

  • Microsoft Azure certifications, such as Azure Administrator or Azure Solutions Architect, are a plus.


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