Azure Cloud Engineer

About The Company
Hays Technology is a leading global recruitment agency specializing in technology and digital talent acquisition. With a strong reputation for connecting innovative companies with highly skilled professionals, Hays Technology offers comprehensive recruitment solutions across various IT sectors. Our commitment to excellence, integrity, and personalized service has established us as a trusted partner for both employers and job seekers. We pride ourselves on understanding the unique needs of each client and candidate, ensuring the best match for long-term success.
About The Role
Hays is currently seeking a proficient Azure Cloud Migration Engineer to join our client’s dynamic team on a contract basis. The successful candidate will play a pivotal role in supporting the migration of a critical business application from on-premise infrastructure to Microsoft Azure. This role involves collaborating closely with the Lead Technical Architect to design, build, test, and support a secure and resilient Azure environment. The position offers an excellent opportunity for professionals with hands-on experience in cloud migration, infrastructure deployment, and security management to contribute to a strategic project that enhances the company’s cloud capabilities. The role is predominantly remote, with occasional meetings in London, and offers a competitive rate outside IR35.
Qualifications
The ideal candidate will possess a strong background in Azure cloud services and migration projects. Essential qualifications include proven experience with Azure infrastructure components such as compute, storage, and landing zones, along with expertise in Azure Networking and Hybrid Connectivity. Familiarity with Entra ID / Identity & Access Management, Azure Security, and disaster recovery planning is required. Candidates should have experience with Infrastructure as Code tools like Terraform, Bicep, or equivalent, and a solid understanding of Azure DevOps and CI/CD pipelines. Prior exposure to monitoring, logging, and operational support in regulated or mission-critical environments is highly desirable. Relevant certifications such as Microsoft Certified: Azure Solutions Architect or Azure Administrator are advantageous.
Responsibilities
Support discovery, technical assessment, and detailed migration planning to ensure a seamless transition to Azure.
Design, build, and configure Azure infrastructure, including compute, storage, and networking components, adhering to security best practices.
Implement identity management, monitoring, and operational services to maintain a secure and efficient environment.
Coordinate migration activities, including cutover, testing, and rollback procedures, to minimize downtime and ensure data integrity.
Conduct resilience, backup, and disaster recovery testing to validate the robustness of the Azure environment.
Troubleshoot infrastructure and migration issues, providing timely resolutions to maintain project momentum.
Produce comprehensive technical documentation and operational handover materials for ongoing support and maintenance.
Collaborate closely with architects, Microsoft support teams, and third-party vendors throughout the project lifecycle to ensure alignment and successful delivery.
Benefits
Our client offers a competitive daily rate and the opportunity to work on a high-profile cloud migration project. The role provides valuable experience in cutting-edge Azure technologies and migration strategies within a collaborative and innovative environment. Flexibility in working arrangements, including remote work with occasional meetings in London, allows for work-life balance. Additionally, successful candidates will gain exposure to industry best practices in cloud security, infrastructure automation, and operational support, enhancing their professional development and future career prospects.
Equal Opportunity
Hays Technology is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees and applicants. We do not discriminate based on race, ethnicity, gender, age, sexual orientation, disability, religion, or any other protected characteristic. We believe that a diverse workforce fosters innovation and drives success, and we are dedicated to providing equal employment opportunities to all qualified candidates.

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