Senior Cloud Administrator Engineer

We are seeking an experienced Senior Cloud Administrator with architecture-level capabilities to join our Infrastructure team. This role is responsible for designing, implementing, and managing scalable, secure, and reliable cloud-based infrastructure solutions while ensuring the stability, security, and performance of hybrid cloud environments.
What will you do?
Cloud Infrastructure Design & Architecture
Design, architect, and implement scalable, secure, and reliable cloud-based infrastructure solutions across public, private, and hybrid cloud environments
Develop cloud architecture blueprints and technical roadmaps aligned with business objectives and industry best practices
Lead cloud migration initiatives and transformation projects, ensuring seamless integration with existing on-premises infrastructure
Architect and implement Infrastructure as Code (IaC) solutions using Terraform, CloudFormation, or similar tools
Cloud Operations & Administration
Monitor and maintain the health, performance, and security of Windows and Linux servers across cloud and hybrid environments
Configure and maintain cloud services, including virtual machines, containers, serverless functions (Lambda), networking, storage, and security components
Administer and optimise Application Load Balancers (ALB), Network Load Balancers (NLB), Web Application Firewalls (WAF), Content Delivery Networks (CDN), and NetScaler
Manage DNS services including Windows DNS and AWS Route 53
Oversee Linux and Windows patch management, system upgrades, and lifecycle management
Automation & DevOps
Design and implement Ansible Automation workflows for infrastructure and application deployment
Provide DevOps support for infrastructure and application deployment pipelines
Develop and maintain automation scripts to streamline routine administrative tasks and improve operational efficiency
Implement and manage CI/CD pipelines for infrastructure provisioning and configuration management
Virtualisation & Middleware
Configure, troubleshoot, and optimise virtualisation platforms including VMware vSphere and Hyper-V
Administer middleware production environments ensuring high availability and performance
Install, configure, and manage Windows and UNIX servers and services across data centres and cloud platforms
Security & Compliance
Implement and manage security tools including encryption solutions, secure key management, and identity access management (IAM)
Ensure compliance with cybersecurity best practices, system hardening standards, and regulatory requirements
Administer ManageEngine and other enterprise management tools
Conduct regular security assessments and implement remediation strategies
Collaboration & Support
Collaborate with cross-functional teams including Network, Security, Application, and DevOps teams to implement enterprise-wide solutions
Provide Level 2 and Level 3 technical support for cloud infrastructure, Unix/Linux, and Windows-related issues
Troubleshoot and resolve complex issues related to cloud infrastructure, network connectivity, and application deployments
Participate in on-call rotation for after-hours support as needed
Documentation & Continuous Improvement
Develop and maintain comprehensive documentation related to cloud architecture, system configurations, processes, and procedures
Participate in capacity planning, infrastructure upgrades, and technology assessments to support organisational growth
Evaluate emerging cloud technologies and recommend improvements based on best practices and changing requirements
Mentor junior team members and share technical knowledge across the team
More than 12 years of hands-on experience in cloud engineering, infrastructure administration, or similar roles
At least 3 years of focused experience designing, deploying, and managing cloud-based solutions and operations (preferably on AWS cloud)
Demonstrated experience in architecting and implementing hybrid cloud environments
Strong proficiency in AWS services: EC2, S3, VPC, Lambda, RDS, CloudWatch, Systems Manager, IAM, CloudFormation
Experience with AWS Cloud Platform is advantageous
Proficiency in Linux Server operating systems (RHEL, Ubuntu, CentOS)
Strong knowledge of Windows Server operating systems (2016/2019/2022)
Understanding of Active Directory, Azure AD, Group Policy, DNS, and DHCP
Expertise in cloud networking, storage solutions, and security configurations
Experience administering Application Load Balancers (ALB), Network Load Balancers (NLB), and NetScaler
Understanding of WAF, CDN, VPN, and hybrid networking architectures
AWS Certified Solutions Architect – Associate or Professional
Preferred certifications in Microsoft Certified: MSCA, VMware Certified Professional (VCP), Red Hat Certified System Administrator (RHCSA) or Red Hat Certified Engineer (RHCE), ITIL Foundation certification
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to troubleshoot complex infrastructure issues
Ability to design end-to-end cloud architectures ensuring compatibility, security, and performance
Excellent organisational and documentation skills
Excellent communication and collaboration abilities across technical and business stakeholders
Customer-oriented mindset with a focus on service excellence
Adaptable, proactive, and committed to continuous improvement
Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively in team environments
Leadership qualities with the ability to mentor and guide junior team members

Employment type
Full-time

Work arrangement
No