Senior Azure Platform Engineer

Overview

We are seeking a Senior Azure Platform Engineer to join a public sector digital transformation programme. In this role, you will work closely with a collaborative cloud engineering team to design, build, and enhance Azure platform services as part of a high-profile project focused on modernizing cloud infrastructure and enabling enterprise-wide data management capabilities. Your expertise will be instrumental in delivering secure, scalable, and automated infrastructure while adhering to best practices in governance and security.

Responsibilities

  • Design, build and maintain enterprise Azure platform services.
  • Develop and manage Azure Landing Zones.
  • Implement Infrastructure as Code using Terraform, Bicep, or ARM.
  • Build and maintain CI/CD pipelines using Azure DevOps or GitHub.
  • Configure Azure governance through Policy, RBAC, and Management Groups.
  • Collaborate with architects and security teams to deliver secure cloud solutions.
  • Drive automation and continuous improvement across the Azure estate.

Requirements

  • Strong commercial experience as an Azure Platform Engineer or Cloud Engineer.
  • Deep understanding of Microsoft Azure infrastructure and platform services.
  • Experience with Azure Landing Zones and enterprise governance.
  • Proficient in Infrastructure as Code (Terraform preferred, Bicep or ARM considered).
  • Experience building CI/CD pipelines using Azure DevOps or GitHub Actions.
  • Knowledge of Azure networking, identity, and security.
  • Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
SkillsAzure, Platform Engineer, Cloud Engineering, Terraform, DevOps, Network Engineering, Stakeholder Management
LocationUnited Kingdom
TypeRemote
SourceLinkedIn
RecruiterAnson McCade
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