Azure Network Design Specialist (Azure)

TL;DR

Azure Network Design Specialist (Azure): Designing and implementing complex Microsoft Azure services and network resources across pre-sales and delivery phases with an accent on transforming high-level designs into low-level technical specifications. Focus on deploying Azure services, managing virtual machines, and ensuring security standards for public sector and external clients.

Location: Multiple UK offices (Belfast, Newcastle, Sheffield, Birmingham, London, Manchester). Willingness and ability to obtain UK Security Clearance (SC) is required.

Company

A leading telecommunications and technology provider in the UK.

What you will do

• Manage the full Azure solution lifecycle from pre-sales design to technical delivery.
• Develop high-level and low-level designs for various external customers, including the public sector.
• Conduct pre-sales activities: identify customer requirements, create architectural approaches, and estimate resources/pricing.
• Deploy and configure Azure services and virtual machines.
• Execute technical builds, migrations, and configurations following security and quality standards.
• Collaborate with stakeholders and internal teams to ensure successful delivery.

Requirements

• Multiple years of hands-on experience in Microsoft Azure administration.
• AZ-104 Microsoft Azure Administrator certification or equivalent.
• Deep understanding of core Azure infrastructure and operations.
• Experience deploying Azure solutions in live production environments.
• Ability to obtain UK Security Clearance (SC)

Nice to have

• Azure Solutions Architect certifications (AZ-303/304).
• Previous experience in solution architecture or technical design.
• Experience with pre-sales, sizing, and bid support.
• Existing UK Security Clearance (SC).

Culture & Benefits

• Annual bonus target of 10%.
• Market-leading pension scheme with a 10% employer contribution.
• 24/7 online private GP access for employees and immediate family.
• Enhanced parental leave: 18 weeks full pay and 8 weeks half pay.
• Discounts on EE and BT products.
• Flexible benefit options including health, dental, and gym memberships.