AI Infrastructure Specialist (MS Ecosystem) 12 months Fixed Term at IFS NORTH AMERICA INC

Madrid, Community of Madrid, Spain -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

27 Jan, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

29 Oct, 25

Experience

10 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Azure Architecture, Microsoft 365, Security Engineering, Data Platform Familiarity, DevOps Automation, Observability Engineering, Stakeholder Engagement, Integration Patterns, Identity and Access, Infrastructure, APIs, Scripting, Compliance, Governance, Incident Response, AI/ML Workloads

Industry

Software Development

Description

Company Description IFS is a billion-dollar revenue company with 7000+ employees on all continents. Our leading AI technology is the backbone of our award-winning enterprise software solutions, enabling our customers to be their best when it really matters–at the Moment of Service™. Our commitment to internal AI adoption has allowed us to stay at the forefront of technological advancements, ensuring our colleagues can unlock their creativity and productivity, and our solutions are always cutting-edge. At IFS, we’re flexible, we’re innovative, and we’re focused not only on how we can engage with our customers but on how we can make a real change and have a worldwide impact. We help solve some of society’s greatest challenges, fostering a better future through our agility, collaboration, and trust. We celebrate diversity and understand our responsibility to reflect the diverse world we work in. We are committed to promoting an inclusive workforce that fully represents the many different cultures, backgrounds, and viewpoints of our customers, our partners, and our communities. As a truly international company serving people from around the globe, we realize that our success is tantamount to the respect we have for those different points of view. By joining our team, you will have the opportunity to be part of a global, diverse environment; you will be joining a winning team with a commitment to sustainability; and a company where we get things done so that you can make a positive impact on the world. We’re looking for innovative and original thinkers to work in an environment where you can #MakeYourMoment so that we can help others make theirs. With the power of our AI-driven solutions, we empower our team to change the status quo and make a real difference. If you want to change the status quo, we’ll help you make your moment. Join Team Purple. Join IFS. Job Description We are seeking an experienced Microsoft Specialist spanning Integration, Infrastructure, Security, and Data to enable robust, secure foundations for both AI and non‑AI workloads. You will design and operate Azure landing zones, implement enterprise‑grade security, engineer integrations across Microsoft 365 and enterprise systems, and support data pipelines that power analytics and AI. You will work hands‑on while also advising on architecture and governance, collaborating with Security, Infrastructure, and Product teams to ensure solutions are scalable, compliant, and cost‑effective. You will build automation, observability, and documentation that make our platforms reliable and auditable. This role suits a T‑shaped technologist with depth in at least two domains and breadth across the Microsoft stack, who can navigate ambiguity and deliver pragmatic outcomes. Key Responsibilities Design and operate Azure landing zones, networks, identity, and resource hierarchies following best practices. Implement Infrastructure‑as‑Code (Bicep/Terraform) and CI/CD (Azure DevOps/GitHub) for repeatable environments. Engineer integrations using REST/Graph APIs, webhooks, Logic Apps, and Event Grid/Service Bus patterns. Harden identity and access (Entra ID, Conditional Access, PIM) and implement least‑privilege controls. Deploy and tune security controls (Defender for Cloud, Sentinel) with alerting and incident workflows. Establish governance (Azure Policy, tagging, cost management) and operational runbooks. Support data platforms and pipelines (Azure SQL, Data Factory, Synapse, Databricks) for analytics/AI. Implement monitoring/observability (Azure Monitor, Log Analytics) and SLO/SLI reporting. Collaborate with InfoSec on risk assessments, compliance (GDPR/ISO), and data protection for AI. Provide L3 support and technical guidance; document architectures, standards, and KBs. Qualifications Skills & Competencies Azure architecture (compute, networking, storage), identity, and security fundamentals. Microsoft 365/Graph API, Power Platform, and integration patterns. Security engineering (Defender, Sentinel), governance, and compliance know‑how. Data platform familiarity (Azure SQL, Synapse, Data Factory/Databricks) and data quality practices. DevOps/automation (Bicep/Terraform, pipelines) and scripting (PowerShell). Observability and reliability engineering; incident response and RCA. Strong documentation, stakeholder engagement, and advisory skills. Pragmatic, outcome‑oriented mindset with bias for automation. Experience enabling AI/ML workloads in Azure is a plus. Ability to navigate ambiguity and balance speed, cost, and risk. Qualifications Required: 7+ years across the Microsoft stack (Azure, M365, Power Platform, integration, or data). Depth in at least two domains: Integration, Infrastructure, Security, Data. Hands‑on experience with Azure administration/architecture and identity/security controls. Proficiency with APIs/Graph, scripting (PowerShell), and CI/CD automation. Preferred: Relevant certifications: AZ‑305/104, SC‑200/300, DP‑203 (or similar). Experience in hybrid environments and enterprise networking. Background supporting AI/ML workloads and data governance. Familiarity with cost optimization and FinOps practices. Additional Information Why Join Us Opportunity to be part of a transformative journey shaping the future of our organization. Collaborative and supportive work environment fostering professional growth and development. Competitive compensation package and benefits. Work on impactful AI initiatives at enterprise scale, with global visibility and real customer outcomes. Hybrid and flexible work arrangements with a diverse, international team. For general information about IFS, visit ifs.com In Industrial and Financial Systems Central and Eastern Europe Sp. z o.o., based in Warsaw, the Whistleblowing Procedure is in effect, outlining the methods for reporting legal violations, rules for accepting internal reports and taking follow-up actions, as well as the principles for protecting whistleblowers. Reports can be submitted through the application at https://report.whistleb.com/pl/ifs, available on the website https://www.ifs.com/.

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Responsibilities

Design and operate Azure landing zones, implement enterprise-grade security, and engineer integrations across Microsoft 365 and enterprise systems. Support data pipelines that power analytics and AI while collaborating with various teams to ensure solutions are scalable and compliant.