Overview
We are seeking a skilled Azure Cloud Engineer to join a dynamic team on a contract basis, focusing on the migration of a critical business application from on-premise infrastructure to Microsoft Azure. The successful candidate will collaborate closely with the Lead Technical Architect to design, build, test, and support Azure infrastructure, ensuring security, resilience, and operational optimization throughout the migration process. This role presents an opportunity to participate in a significant cloud transformation project, leveraging your expertise in cloud migration and infrastructure management.
Responsibilities
- Support discovery, technical assessment, and migration planning for Azure transition.
- Design, build, and configure Azure infrastructure components including compute, storage, and networking.
- Implement identity management, monitoring, logging, and operational services for security and stability.
- Lead migration activities, managing cutover planning, execution, and fallback procedures.
- Conduct testing for system resilience, backup validation, and disaster recovery drills.
- Troubleshoot migration and infrastructure issues promptly to provide technical resolutions.
- Create technical documentation and materials for ongoing operational handover.
- Collaborate with architects and third-party vendors to ensure project alignment and best practices.
Requirements
- Strong background in Azure cloud services and experience with migration projects.
- Relevant certifications such as Microsoft Certified: Azure Solutions Architect or Azure Administrator.
- Experience with Azure infrastructure components, including compute, storage, and network.
- Familiarity with Infrastructure as Code tools like Terraform or Bicep and Azure DevOps for CI/CD.
- Experience in regulated or mission-critical environments, understanding security and recovery protocols.
- Excellent problem-solving skills with a collaborative approach to team projects.
- Ability to work effectively with cross-functional teams and stakeholders.