Our client is a forward-thinking technology organization committed to driving innovation through cloud transformation. They are looking to add a Senior Cloud Engineer to their team. The team is composed of passionate technologists who thrive on solving complex challenges and delivering scalable, secure, and high-performing cloud solutions. They foster a culture of collaboration, continuous learning, and technical excellence.
Salary / Hourly Rate :
$65 / hr - $85 / hr Depending on experience
Position Overview :
We are seeking a Senior Cloud Engineer with over 6 years of hands-on experience in Microsoft Azure. The ideal candidate is a true thought leader in the cloud space - someone who can architect, implement, and evangelize cutting-edge cloud solutions. This Senior Cloud Engineer role will play a pivotal part in shaping our cloud strategy, mentoring junior engineers, and driving innovation across our cloud platforms.
Responsibilities of the Senior Cloud Engineer :
- Design and implement scalable, secure, and resilient Azure cloud architectures.
- Lead cloud migration and modernization initiatives.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define cloud best practices and governance.
- Develop infrastructure as code (IaC) using tools like Terraform or Bicep.
- Monitor and optimize cloud performance, cost, and security.
- Stay current with Azure advancements and evangelize new technologies internally.
- Mentor Junior Engineers and contribute to technical leadership across the organization.
- Participate in architecture reviews and technical decision-making.
Required Experience / Skills for the Senior Cloud Engineer :
6+ years of hands-on experience with Microsoft Azure in a Senior Cloud Engineer capacity.Proven expertise in Azure services such as Azure Functions, AKS, App Services, Azure DevOps, and ARM templates.Strong background in networking, security, and identity management in Azure.Experience with CI / CD pipelines and automation tools.Proficiency in scripting languages (PowerShell, Python, etc.).Excellent communication and leadership skills.Ability to translate business requirements into technical solutions.Preferred Experience / Skills for the Senior Cloud Engineer :
Azure certifications (e.g., AZ-305, AZ-400).Experience with multi-cloud environments (AWS, GCP).Familiarity with containerization and orchestration (Docker, Kubernetes).Knowledge of FinOps and cloud cost optimization strategies.Public speaking or technical blogging experience.Education Requirements :
Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field (or equivalent experience) is required.Benefits :
Competitive hourly compensation.Flexible work arrangements.Professional development budget and certification reimbursement.Inclusive and innovative company culture.Opportunity to work with cutting-edge cloud technologies in a Senior Cloud Engineer role.