Azure Cloud Engineer (Azure)

TL;DR

Azure Cloud Engineer (Azure/AI): Designing, building, and operating scalable Microsoft Azure cloud platforms with an accent on automation, AI integration, and operational excellence. Focus on implementing AI services, automating infrastructure via IaC, and ensuring high-performance global cloud capabilities.

Location: Must be based in or be able to relocate to East Peoria, IL, Nashville, TN, or Irving, TX. Requires 5 days a week in office. Visa sponsorship is NOT available.

Salary: $81,370 - $122,060

Company

hirify.global is a global leader in manufacturing heavy machinery, focusing on creating sustainable communities and innovative infrastructure solutions.

What you will do

• Design and operate Azure infrastructure for enterprise-scale AI and machine learning workloads.
• Build and manage Azure PaaS solutions, including App Services, Functions, Databases, and Storage.
• Automate infrastructure provisioning and configuration using Infrastructure-as-Code and scripting.
• Deploy and integrate Azure AI services using automation-first practices based on business requirements.
• Troubleshoot and resolve complex cloud infrastructure issues in a globally distributed environment.
• Participate in Agile activities (Scrum/Kanban) and contribute to enterprise cloud governance and standards.

Requirements

• Experience designing, building, and supporting Microsoft Azure solutions in production environments.
• Hands-on experience with Azure AI Foundry, Cognitive Services, App Services, and Azure AI Search.
• Proficiency in automating deployments via PowerShell, Python, ARM templates, and CI/CD pipelines (Azure DevOps/GitHub).
• Strong analytical skills for problem-solving across distributed systems and global networks.
• English: Strong verbal and written communication skills required.

Nice to have

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or a related information technology field.
• Azure certifications such as AZ-900, AZ-104, AZ-500, or AI-900.
• Experience collaborating with IT security teams on compliance and vulnerability remediation.

Culture & Benefits

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Paid time off plan, including vacation, holidays, and volunteer days.
• 401(k) savings plans and Health Savings Account (HSA).
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs) and Health Lifestyle Programs.
• Tuition reimbursement and structured career development.
• Parental leave and adoption benefits.