Senior Azure Cloud Engineer (Azure)

TL;DR

Senior Azure Cloud Engineer (Azure): Leading the innovation of data analysis tools, automation, and infrastructure within the Microsoft technology stack for a vehicle repair network with an accent on Azure infrastructure design and Power Platform automation. Focus on implementing secure, scalable cloud platforms aligned with the Azure Well-Architected Framework and ensuring operational resilience.

Location: Hybrid (2 days a week in Stansted, United Kingdom)

Salary: GBP £65,000/Yr

Company

hirify.global, owned by Aviva, is one of the UK leaders in vehicle repairs, specializing in high-quality automotive restoration and repair services.

What you will do

• Design, implement, and maintain Azure infrastructure across compute, storage, networking, and identity services.
• Develop automation and Power Platform solutions to improve business processes for various stakeholders.
• Support technical environments including Meraki networking, SaaS solutions, and bespoke workshop management systems.
• Manage IT Change and Problem Management following ITIL v4 guidelines to resolve issues promptly.
• Ensure platforms comply with security, compliance, and governance standards, including RBAC and Key Vault.
• Provide technical guidance to the wider IT team on infrastructure design, build, and performance monitoring.

Requirements

• Strong hands-on experience with Microsoft Azure (Virtual Networks, VMs, Storage, Azure AD, PaaS services).
• Proficiency in scripting using PowerShell, Azure CLI, Bash, or Python.
• Minimum three years’ experience in a similar role.
• Experience working within ITIL v4 or 5 frameworks.
• Relevant apprenticeship or higher education degree.
• Ability to commute to the Stansted office 2 days a week.

Nice to have

• Microsoft Azure certifications: AZ-104, AZ-204, AZ-700, or AZ-305.

Culture & Benefits

• Competitive salary and performance-tied bonus opportunity.
• Company pension scheme with employer contributions.
• 33 days’ holiday with the option to buy or sell up to 5 days.
• Up to 40% discount on Aviva products and other retailer discounts.
• Comprehensive wellbeing focus, including Group Income Protection and 24/7 GP access.