Cloud Infrastructure Engineer (Azure)– Volunteer Role

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Cloud Infrastructure Engineer (Azure)
(Cloud Systems, Infrastructure & Platform Management)
The Donovan’s Venom
Remote | Technology | Volunteer Role
We’re Building — And It Needs Infrastructure That Can Scale
The Donovan’s Venom is growing.
Platforms.
Applications.
Users.
But none of it works without the infrastructure behind it.
We are seeking a Cloud Infrastructure Engineer (Azure) to design, build, and manage the cloud environment that powers everything we create.
Because systems don’t scale by accident.
They scale through intentional infrastructure.
The Role
This role is responsible for designing, implementing, and managing the organization’s cloud infrastructure using Microsoft Azure.
You will ensure systems are secure, reliable, and scalable—supporting applications, platforms, and internal operations.
You are not just maintaining cloud systems.
You are building the foundation everything runs on.
This role operates at the intersection of infrastructure, platform engineering, and system performance, ensuring our technology environment can grow and perform.
What You’ll Own
Cloud Infrastructure Design & Deployment
Design and deploy Azure-based infrastructure
Configure
Virtual machines
Networking
Storage solutions
Build scalable and reliable environments
System Performance & Reliability
Monitor system performance and uptime
Identify and resolve performance issues
Ensure high availability and system stability
Scalability & Capacity Planning
Design infrastructure to support growth
Plan for increased usage and system demand
Optimize resource allocation
Security & Configuration Management
Implement secure configurations
Manage access and permissions
Support alignment with security best practices
Automation & Infrastructure as Code
Implement automation for
Deployments
Configuration management
Use Infrastructure as Code (IaC) where applicable
Platform & Application Support
Support applications running in the cloud
Work with engineering teams to optimize performance
Ensure infrastructure aligns with application needs
Monitoring & Incident Response
Set up monitoring and alerting systems
Respond to infrastructure-related issues
Troubleshoot and resolve incidents
Cross-Functional Collaboration
Partner with
Engineering teams
IT Operations
Security teams
Ensure infrastructure supports all systems
Documentation & System Management
Maintain documentation for
Architecture
Configurations
Processes
Ensure clarity and consistency
Cost Optimization
Monitor cloud usage and costs
Identify opportunities to optimize spending
Ensure efficient use of resources
Continuous Improvement
Improve infrastructure performance and reliability
Introduce new tools and best practices
Strengthen overall cloud environment
Who This Is For
This role is for someone who
Thinks in systems, infrastructure, and scalability
Has strong problem-solving and technical skills
Is proactive in identifying and resolving issues
Understands cloud architecture and performance
Thrives in a technical, fast-moving environment
Qualifications
Required
3–5 years of experience in
Cloud infrastructure
Systems engineering
Platform engineering
Experience with
Microsoft Azure
Strong understanding of
Cloud architecture
Networking and system performance
Preferred
Experience with
Infrastructure as Code (e.g., Terraform, ARM templates)
Monitoring and logging tools
Experience in nonprofit or mission-driven organizations
Experience in remote teams
Commitment
10–15 hours per week
Flexible schedule (with responsiveness to system needs)
Participation in engineering and infrastructure discussions required
Fully remote
What You’ll Gain
Experience building and managing cloud infrastructure
Exposure to platform and application environments
Opportunity to design scalable systems
Development in infrastructure engineering and cloud operations
Application Requirements (Read Carefully)
We are building — and scaling in real time.
To ensure alignment
You must be able to start within 10 days
You must complete the full application
You must be ready to contribute immediately
Important Disclaimer
This is a volunteer role.
We are onboarding individuals who are ready to contribute immediately.
Please only apply if you are prepared to begin within the next 10 days.

Work arrangement
No