Azure Cloud Engineer

at  Digital Waffle

SALARY: £65,000 PER ANNUM

We are looking for a skilled Cloud Engineer with expertise in Azure to join the growing team. This role is ideal for someone experienced in migrating to Azure, particularly with a focus on Azure Virtual Desktops and other VDI solutions, while also having a strong understanding of on-premise infrastructure. If you’re passionate about driving cloud adoption and infrastructure optimisation, we’d love to hear from you!

KEY REQUIREMENTS:

• Proven experience with Azure migrations, particularly involving Azure Virtual Desktops and other VDI technologies.
• Strong understanding of on-premise infrastructure (e.g., networking, servers, storage) and its integration with cloud solutions.
• Hands-on experience with Azure services such as Azure AD, Azure Networking, and Azure Storage.
• Ability to manage and troubleshoot complex cloud infrastructure environments.
• Strong communication skills with the ability to collaborate across teams and present technical information to stakeholders.

DESIRABLE SKILLS:

• Experience with other VDI platforms.
• Knowledge of Azure DevOps, automation, and infrastructure-as-code tools (e.g., ARM Templates, Terraform).
• Relevant certifications such as Microsoft Certified: Azure Solutions Architect Expert or Azure Administrator.

• Lead and execute migrations to Azure, ensuring seamless transition of workloads and infrastructure.
• Design, deploy, and manage Azure Virtual Desktop environments and similar VDI solutions.
• Ensure efficient hybrid infrastructure integration between Azure and on-prem systems.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to architect cloud strategies that align with business goals.
• Troubleshoot and resolve issues related to Azure and on-premise infrastructure.
• Monitor performance, optimise cloud infrastructure, and ensure robust security practices are followed.
• Provide guidance on best practices for cloud adoption, cost management, and scalability.