Cloud Engineer

Job Title: Azure Implementation Engineer

Location: Abu Dhabi

Job Type: Full-time

Job Summary:

We are seeking a highly experienced and motivated Azure Implementation Engineer with 8–10 years of expertise in cloud solutions, infrastructure deployment, and system integration. The ideal candidate will play a key role in architecting, designing, and implementing secure, scalable, and high-performing solutions on Microsoft Azure. This position requires hands-on experience with Azure services, infrastructure-as-code, automation tools, and a strong understanding of enterprise IT environments.

Key Responsibilities:

• Design, implement, and manage cloud infrastructure using Microsoft Azure.
• Collaborate with architects and stakeholders to translate business requirements into scalable cloud solutions.
• Lead the deployment and configuration of Azure services such as Virtual Machines, Azure AD, Azure Networking, Storage Accounts, Azure Monitor, Key Vault, and App Services.
• Implement automation scripts using PowerShell, ARM Templates, Bicep, or Terraform.
• Ensure security and compliance by applying Azure best practices and implementing role-based access controls, encryption, and monitoring.
• Perform cloud migrations from on-premise or other cloud platforms to Azure.
• Troubleshoot and resolve issues related to infrastructure, performance, and connectivity.
• Maintain documentation of architecture, processes, and procedures.
• Provide guidance and mentorship to junior engineers.

Required Skills & Experience:

• 8–10 years of experience in IT infrastructure and cloud services.
• Minimum 5 years of hands-on experience with Microsoft Azure implementation and operations.
• Deep knowledge of Azure core services: Compute, Networking, Storage, Security, and Monitoring.
• Proven experience with infrastructure automation tools (ARM/Bicep, Terraform, PowerShell).
• Strong understanding of Azure Active Directory, Azure Policies, RBAC, and identity and access management.
• Experience in hybrid cloud deployments, VPN gateways, and Azure ExpressRoute.
• Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines and DevOps practices.
• Working knowledge of Windows and Linux server environments.
• Experience with cloud cost management and optimization.
• Azure certifications preferred (e.g., AZ-104, AZ-305, AZ-400).