Level 3 Azure Cloud Engineer

📋 Job Overview

We are seeking an experienced Level 3 Azure Cloud Engineer to design, implement, and maintain scalable, secure, and resilient cloud infrastructure within Microsoft Azure. Working as part of an Infrastructure Services team, you will support fast-paced, cloud-focused environments with a strong emphasis on Infrastructure as Code (IaC), containerisation, serverless technologies, automation, and the broader Microsoft Azure and Microsoft 365 ecosystem.

🏢 About Dijital Team

You will be working with an established technology services organisation that delivers modern cloud and infrastructure solutions to a diverse customer base. The organisation operates in fast-moving technology environments and places a strong emphasis on secure cloud architecture, automation, operational excellence, and continuous improvement.

🎯 The Role

This role is well suited to a technically strong cloud professional who can independently deliver production-grade Azure solutions while collaborating effectively with DevOps, software engineering, security, and other technical stakeholders.

✅ Key Responsibilities

• Design, implement, and maintain scalable, secure, and resilient cloud infrastructure within Microsoft Azure.
• Support fast-paced, cloud-focused environments with a strong emphasis on Infrastructure as Code (IaC), containerisation, serverless technologies, automation, and the broader Microsoft Azure and Microsoft 365 ecosystem.
• Collaborate with DevOps, software engineering, security, and other technical stakeholders to deliver production-grade Azure solutions.

📌 Required Qualifications

• Strong expertise across Microsoft Azure services, including Azure Virtual Machines, Azure Kubernetes Service (AKS), Azure Blob Storage, Azure SQL Database, Azure Functions, Azure Virtual Network, and Microsoft Entra ID.
• Strong proficiency in Infrastructure as Code, preferably using Terraform, with familiarity in Bicep or ARM templates.
• Hands-on experience deploying, managing, and optimising containerised workloads using AKS.
• Proficiency with Azure DevOps, including Repos, Pipelines, and Boards.
• Familiarity with CI/CD technologies such as Azure Pipelines, GitHub Actions, and GitLab CI.
• Experience with monitoring and observability platforms including Azure Monitor, Log Analytics, Application Insights, and Grafana.
• Strong understanding of Azure networking, including Virtual Networks, Network Security Groups, Azure Firewall, ExpressRoute, and VPN Gateway.
• Experience with Azure security technologies such as Microsoft Defender for Cloud, Microsoft Sentinel, Key Vault, Azure Policy, and Azure RBAC.
• Experience administering both Windows and Linux environments within Azure.
• Working knowledge of databases and SQL, including Azure SQL Database, Azure Database for PostgreSQL, and Azure Cosmos DB.
• Proficiency with scripting and automation using PowerShell, Python, or Bash.
• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related discipline, or equivalent practical experience.
• Approximately three to five years of professional experience in cloud engineering, DevOps, or a related technical role, preferably with a strong Microsoft Azure focus.
• Proven experience designing and managing production-grade Azure environments.
• Relevant certifications are highly regarded, including Microsoft Certified: Azure Administrator Associate (AZ-104), Azure Solutions Architect Expert (AZ-305), Azure DevOps Engineer Expert (AZ-400), Certified Kubernetes Administrator (CKA), or comparable certifications.

⭐ Desirable Experience

• Proactive and self-motivated, with a strong problem-solving mindset.
• Collaborative and willing to share technical knowledge across teams.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Comfortable working in fast-paced and continuously evolving technical environments.
• Able to prioritise effectively and deliver high-quality outcomes.
• Demonstrates professionalism, sound judgement, and a strong commitment to workplace health and safety.

🎁 Benefits

Competitive salary and benefits package.

🛂 Visa & Eligibility

Not specified.