Cloud Engineer

Job Description

Job Summary Cloud computing allows us to modernize and consolidate IT infrastructure, automate workloads, and pursue next-generation innovation. To continue this transformation, were seeking an experienced Azure Cloud Engineer who has expertise in strategy, design, development, and implementation of large-scale projects in the Azure cloud. The ideal candidate will have a firm grasp of emerging technologies, platforms, and applications, and an ability to customize them to help our business become more secure and efficient. Extensive knowledge of Azure cloud services, Infrastructure as Code (IaC), networking, and source control, along with experience in managing cloud deployments and advanced industry knowledge, are essential to keep us on the cutting edge. The Cloud Engineer will have an immediate impact on the day-to-day efficiency of IT operations and an ongoing impact on growth. Key Responsibilities: Work in tandem with our engineering team to identify and implement the most optimal Azure based solutions for the company. Define and document the best practices and strategies regarding application deployment, Infrastructure as Code, infrastructure security, and cloud networking. Provide guidance, thought leadership, and mentorship to developer teams to build their Azure cloud and DevOps competencies. Ensure application performance, uptime, and scale, maintaining high standards for code quality, automation, and thoughtful design. Manage and monitor Azure environments in accordance with company security and compliance guidelines. At the direction of lead architects, develop and implement technical efforts to design, build, and deploy Azure applications, including large-scale data processing, statistical modeling, and advanced analytics. Participate in all aspects of the software development lifecycle for Azure-based solutions, including planning, requirements, development, testing, and quality assurance. Use Infrastructure as Code (IaC) tools like Terraform or Bicep to provision, manage, and version infrastructure across Azure environments. Implement and manage CI/CD pipelines using GitHub Actions or Azure DevOps for automated infrastructure and application deployments. Troubleshoot incidents, identify root causes, fix and document problems, and implement preventive measures. Work with the Beazley Networks Team to support the configuration and management of Azure networking services such as Azure Front Door, Application Gateway, and Azure Firewall to ensure secure and scalable access to applications. Work with the Beazley IT Security Team to support the configuration and management of Azure security, including identity management, role-based access control (RBAC), network security groups (NSGs), and private endpoints. Educate teams on the implementation of new Azure-based cloud initiatives, providing associated training when necessary. Utilize Git and GitHub for version control, collaboration, and infrastructure code reviews. Technical Skills Required: Strong hands-on experience with Infrastructure as Code (IaC) using Terraform (preferred), Bicep, or ARM templates. Solid understanding of source control systems like Git and experience working with GitHub or Azure Repos. Understanding of and experience with the five pillars of the Azure Well-Architected Framework. Experience in several of the following areas: Azure database architecture, Azure Data Factory, Azure Synapse, ETL, business intelligence, big data, machine learning, advanced analytics. Familiarity with Azure networking and security, including services such as: Azure Front Door Azure Application Gateway Azure Firewall NSGs, VNets, and Private Endpoints Proven ability to collaborate with multidisciplinary teams of business analysts, developers, data scientists, and subject-matter experts. Familiarity with agile methodologies, DevOps practices, and container technologies like Docker and Azure Kubernetes Service (AKS) is a plus. Qualifications: Bachelors degree in computer science, Information Technology, or a related field. Five or more years of experience in architecting, designing, developing, and implementing cloud solutions on Microsoft Azure platforms. Have excellent verbal and written communication skills Demonstrate recent practical experience of the technologies described in the Job Spec. Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment Preferred Certifications: AZ-104: Microsoft Azure Administrator Associate AZ-305: Microsoft Azure Solutions Architect Expert AZ-400: Microsoft DevOps Engineer Expert