Cloud Engineer (Azure)

Job Summary

Our client is seeking an experienced Cloud Engineer to support enterprise Platform Engineering initiatives within a large-scale Azure Cloud environment. This role focuses on infrastructure automation, cloud platform support, Infrastructure as Code (IaC), and Azure cloud operations. The ideal candidate will have strong hands-on experience with Azure, Terraform, Ansible, GitLab, and cloud infrastructure troubleshooting.

Core Responsibilities

• Build and manage Azure cloud infrastructure using Terraform and Azure DevOps
• Develop and maintain Infrastructure as Code (IaC) pipelines utilizing GitLab Runners
• Partner with application teams to gather requirements, troubleshoot issues, and implement platform enhancements
• Convert existing Azure DevOps pipelines into Terraform-based IaC pipelines
• Deploy, manage, and troubleshoot Azure resources including: Azure Data Factory, Virtual Networks (VNETs), Route Tables, Network Security Groups (NSGs), Azure Purview, Azure Storage, Azure Key Vault (AKV), Azure Subscriptions
• Build and maintain custom virtual machine images using Packer
• Deploy and support Azure Windows and Linux Virtual Machines, Scale Sets, and Load Balancers
• Deploy and troubleshoot Azure App Services, Function Apps, and Automation Accounts
• Support production releases during non-business hours as needed
• Create and manage Jira tickets and ServiceNow change requests
• Monitor, troubleshoot, and optimize cloud platform performance and reliability
• Collaborate with engineering teams to deliver scalable, secure, and efficient cloud solutions

Required Skills/Experience (Must-Haves)

• Experience working with Azure cloud platforms in enterprise environments
• Strong understanding of networking concepts including: TCP/IP, VPNs, Firewalls, Routing
• Experience supporting large-scale hosting and cloud infrastructure environments
• Knowledge of cloud security best practices, authentication, authorization, and threat protection
• Understanding of distributed systems and cloud architecture
• Ability to troubleshoot complex infrastructure and application issues
• Strong communication and collaboration skills
• Microsoft Azure
• Terraform
• Azure DevOps (ADO)
• Ansible
• GitLab Runners
• Azure Virtual Machines
• Azure Image Services
• Infrastructure as Code (IaC)
• Kubernetes
• Docker
• GitLab
• Groovy
• Application Security
• Strong troubleshooting and support experience within Azure environments
• Hands-on experience deploying and managing applications in Azure Public Cloud

Preferred Skills/Experience (Nice-to-Haves)

• AWS cloud experience
• Experience with cloud migration projects
• Knowledge of DataDog monitoring tools
• Experience supporting highly regulated enterprise environments
• Python
• HashiCorp technologies
• Packer
• CI/CD automation
• Cloud platform migrations
• Multi-cloud environments

Key Competencies & Behaviors

• Problem Solving & Troubleshooting
• Cross-Functional Collaboration
• Production Support

Work Environment

• Location: San Francisco, CA
• Onsite

Compensation & Benefits

• Pay Range: The approximate pay range for this position is between $65.00 and $77.00. Please note that the pay range provided is a good faith estimate. Final compensation may vary based on factors including but not limited to background, knowledge, skills, and location. We comply with local wage minimums.
• Medical, Dental, & Vision Insurance Plans
• Employee-Owned Profit Sharing (ESOP)
• 401K offered

About KellyMitchell

At KellyMitchell, our culture is world class. We’re movers and shakers! We don’t mind a bit of friendly competition, and we reward hard work with unlimited potential for growth. This is an exciting opportunity to join a company known for innovative solutions and unsurpassed customer service. We're passionate about helping companies solve their biggest IT staffing & project solutions challenges. As an employee-owned, women-led organization serving Fortune 500 companies nationwide, we deliver expert service at a moment's notice.

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