Role Description : Netcompany is seeking a Senior Azure Cloud Engineer to join its Cloud Operations Team and drive forward our support capability to deliver high-performing solutions to our clients. Based in a brand new purpose-built office in Leeds city centre you will join a forward-thinking organisation that prioritises your personal development.
About the Role : As a Senior Azure Cloud Engineer you will be part of a dynamic team responsible for designing implementing and managing cloud solutions for our prestigious clients. You will leverage your expertise in Azure and Infrastructure as Code to deliver robust scalable and secure cloud environments. This role offers significant opportunities for professional growth and the chance to work on some of the largest most complex and technically innovative programmes in the industry.
Key Skills / Experience
Essential
- Minimum of 3 years extensive experience with Azure cloud services including advanced resource management networking and security implementations
- 2 years hands-on experience with Terraform and Infrastructure as Code methodologies in enterprise environments
- Proven track record of architecting and implementing complex cloud solutions at scale
- Advanced troubleshooting skills with the ability to diagnose and resolve intricate technical issues in production environments
- Strong knowledge in at least one scripting / programming language (PowerShell Python Bash) with demonstrable complex automation implementations
- Experience designing and implementing robust monitoring solutions and advanced alerting strategies
- Strong background in cloud security principles and implementation of security controls in Azure environments
- Demonstrated ability to lead technical discussions with stakeholders and translate business requirements into technical solutions
- Experience mentoring junior engineers and contributing to team knowledge growth
- Excellent project estimation capabilities with a history of delivering complex projects on time
- Strong analytical mindset with exceptional problem-solving abilities
- Must be willing to do UK-based travel for projects
- Right to work in the UK
- Ability to achieve UK Security Clearance
Desirable
Experience designing and implementing sophisticated CI / CD pipelines for enterprise applicationsHands-on experience with Azure DevOps GitHub Actions or similar advanced CI / CD toolsDeep understanding of containerisation technologies and orchestration with Kubernetes in production environmentsExperience with multi-cloud architectures and hybrid cloud solutionsKnowledge of cost optimisation strategies for cloud resourcesExperience with advanced Azure services such as Azure Kubernetes Service (AKS) Azure Synapse Analytics or Azure Cognitive ServicesAzure certifications such as Azure Solutions Architect Expert or DevOps Engineer ExpertExperience with infrastructure monitoring tools like Prometheus Grafana or Azure Monitor at scaleBackground in implementing disaster recovery and high-availability solutions for critical systemsQualifications :
Bachelors or Masters degree in Computer Science Information Technology or related field OR equivalent senior-level professional experienceRelevant professional certifications such as Microsoft Azure certifications (Azure Administrator Azure Solutions Architect Azure DevOps Engineer) are highly desirableAdditional Information :
What We Offer
At Netcompany we believe in empowering our senior engineers to drive innovation and excellence. You will have the autonomy to shape technical solutions while mentoring less experienced team members. We foster a collaborative environment where your expertise will be valued and where you can continue to develop your skills at the forefront of cloud technology.
You will work alongside other senior technical specialists on challenging high-profile projects for prestigious organizations. Our approach combines technical excellence with meaningful responsibility providing you with opportunities to make significant contributions to our clients digital transformation journeys.
Additional Requirements :
Must be reliable and flexible.Hours of work will be between 08 : 00 - 18 : 00 with an 8-hour working day staggered across the 10-hour timeframe.Essentials
Must be willing to do UK based travel for projects.Must have the right to work in the UKMust be able to attain a UK Security ClearanceBenefits include
Hybrid working model with some flexible working25 days holidayPrivate Medical Health care via VitalityPension contribution Life AssuranceProfessional certifications supported as part of learning and development.A range of retail discounts to enhance your lifestyle encompassing restaurants supermarkets travel leisure activities and health and well-being services.Access to our Employee Resource Groups our groups represent diverse backgrounds and provide a platform for colleagues to connect learn and support one another.Company information
Join Netcompany where we proudly hold the 5th position on the esteemed UK Top 50 Best Places to Work in the Glassdoor Employees Choice Awards for 2024.
At Netcompany we pride ourselves on our entrepreneurial spirit and our capacity for doing things differently. Our culture is built on fostering low bureaucracy emphasizing high agility and promoting flexibility enabling everyone to contribute their best.
Our journey began in the UK with the acquisition of Hunter Macdonald in 2017. As one of Northern Europes most accomplished IT companies we have expanded our headcount globally to 7400 employees and have offices in UK Denmark Norway Poland Holland and Vietnam.
Netcompany is committed to providing an inclusive and barrier-free recruitment process for anyone wishing to apply for a job with us. We operate a Disability Confident Interview Scheme which means that we offer guaranteed interviews to all applicants with a disability who meet the minimum criteria for a role. Applicants are asked to opt in so please let us know if you wish your application to be considered under this scheme.
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Remote Work : Employment Type :
Full-time
Key Skills
Change Management,Software Deployment,Cloud Infrastructure,High Availability,IaaS,Firewall,Linux,Middleware,Jboss,Network Architecture,Scripting,Technical Support
Experience : years
Vacancy : 1