Azure Applications Engineer

We are looking for an experienced Azure Applications Engineer to join our team in Tallahassee, Florida. In this Contract-to-Permanent position, you will be responsible for designing, implementing, and managing cloud-based solutions on the Microsoft Azure platform. The ideal candidate will possess a strong background in Azure services, client-side scripting, and DevOps practices to deliver scalable and secure applications.

Responsibilities:
• Develop and maintain cloud-native applications utilizing Azure services such as Azure App Service, Azure Functions, and Azure Kubernetes Services (AKS).
• Design and implement user-friendly front-end interfaces using client-side scripting frameworks, including JavaScript, TypeScript, or React.
• Create and integrate RESTful APIs to ensure seamless communication between front-end and back-end systems.
• Optimize application performance and ensure responsive design across various browsers and devices.
• Establish robust CI/CD pipelines using Azure DevOps and automate infrastructure workflows for efficient deployments.
• Monitor application health and performance using tools like Azure Monitor, Application Insights, and Log Analytics.
• Diagnose and resolve technical issues across both front-end and back-end systems.
• Manage security protocols such as OAuth, Azure Key Vault, and Azure Active Directory to safeguard applications and data.
• Implement hybrid cloud solutions that integrate on-premises systems with Azure using tools like ExpressRoute and Virtual Networks.
• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field.
• A minimum of 3 years of experience working with Microsoft Azure cloud services.
• Proficiency in client-side scripting frameworks such as JavaScript, TypeScript, React, Angular, or Vue.js.
• Expertise in Azure services, including App Services, Functions, and Kubernetes.
• Hands-on experience with APIs, microservices, and RESTful architectures.
• Familiarity with DevOps practices, CI/CD pipelines, and infrastructure automation tools like Terraform.
• Knowledge of containerization tools such as Docker and orchestration platforms like Kubernetes.
• Preferred certifications include Microsoft Certified: Azure Developer Associate or Azure Solutions Architect Expert.
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