Cloud Engineer (Azure)

TL;DR

Cloud Engineer (Azure): Leading and executing the migration of on-premises services to Microsoft Azure with an accent on Infrastructure as Code and scalable architecture. Focus on implementing Terraform modules, optimizing cloud spending, and ensuring security compliance across Azure environments.

Location: Remote (Must be based in Costa Rica)

Company

hirify.global is a leader in multi-shore custom application development specializing in high-quality enterprise applications.

What you will do

• Lead and execute the migration of on-premises services to Microsoft Azure with minimal disruption.
• Design scalable, secure, and highly available Azure-based solutions to meet business requirements.
• Implement Infrastructure as Code (IaC) using Terraform to automate provisioning and CI/CD pipelines.
• Maintain security measures, access controls, and compliance standards to safeguard Azure resources.
• Monitor, troubleshoot, and optimize Azure infrastructure for high performance and cost-efficiency.
• Develop comprehensive documentation for Azure architectures, Terraform modules, and CI/CD processes.

Requirements

• Proven experience as an Azure Cloud Engineer with a track record of successful migrations and Terraform development.
• Strong proficiency in Terraform and Infrastructure as Code (IaC) best practices.
• Expertise in Azure services including Virtual Machines, AKS, Azure SQL, and Azure App Service.
• In-depth knowledge of cloud security, compliance, and CI/CD best practices.
• Proficiency in scripting and automation using PowerShell or other languages.
• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, IT, or equivalent professional experience.

Nice to have

• Microsoft Azure certifications.

Culture & Benefits

• Innovation-driven culture emphasizing client service and trust-based relationships.
• Highly stable work environment with under 2% staff turnover.
• Collaborative multi-shore environment working across New Jersey, Boston, Costa Rica, and Eastern Europe.
• Opportunity to mentor peers and junior developers.