Azure Cloud Engineer

Monday - Friday 7A - 4P, could have on-call and weekend work to support business projects.

We are seeking a skilled Azure Cloud Engineer to join our dynamic team. The ideal candidate will possess a blend of strong technical expertise and essential soft skills to effectively implement, manage and optimize our cloud infrastructure.

Applicants must have authorization to work in the United States. Please note that we are currently unable to provide or transfer employment visa sponsorship.

Responsibilities

• Design, implement, and manage Azure cloud solutions, including Virtual Machines, Storage, and Networking.
• Develop and maintain cloud architecture to ensure scalability, security, and performance.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate DevOps practices and streamline deployment processes.
• Write and maintain scripts using PowerShell and Python to automate tasks and improve efficiency.
• Manage infrastructure using ARM templates and Terraform, ensuring consistency and reliability.
• Troubleshoot and resolve issues related to cloud services and infrastructure.
• Perform other duties as assigned.
  
  
  

Soft Skills

• Problem-Solving Ability to identify issues and develop effective solutions.
• Communication Skills Strong verbal and written communication skills to interact with team members and stakeholders.
• Analytical Thinking Capability to analyze complex problems and make data-driven decisions.
• Attention to Detail Meticulous approach to ensure accuracy and quality in all tasks.
• Adaptability Flexibility to adapt to changing technologies and business requirements.
  
  
  

Hard Skills

• Azure Services Proficiency in managing Azure Virtual Machines, Storage, and Networking.
• Cloud Architecture Expertise in designing and implementing cloud solutions.
• DevOps Practices Experience with continuous integration and continuous deployment (CI/CD) pipelines.
• Scripting Proficiency in PowerShell and Python for automation.
• Infrastructure Management Knowledge of ARM templates and Terraform for infrastructure as code.
• 2-4 year college degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field.
• Proven experience as an Azure Cloud Engineer or in a similar role.
• Strong understanding of cloud computing concepts and best practices.
• Experience with Azure services and cloud architecture preferred.
• Familiarity with DevOps practices and tools preferred.
• Proficiency in scripting languages such as PowerShell and Python preferred.
• Experience with infrastructure management tools like ARM templates and Terraform preferred.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills.
  
  
  

This position will primarily works in an office environment, there will be times when you are required to go out into the service and warehouse area to work on computers. May, on a continuous basis, sit at desk for a long period of time; intermittently answer telephone and write or use a keyboard to communicate through written means. Must be able to walk, bend, lift up to 50 lbs. and wear appropriate safety equipment (IE- Safety glasses or side shields). The physical demands described above are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

Why Work for Altorfer?

At Altorfer, our iron is just the beginning. Our people make our company successful, and we would not be who we are without them. As a third generation, family-owned company created in 1957, we bring our values into how we do business. Everyone from technicians, sales representatives, administrative professionals, or somewhere in between is part of the “A-Team” and is crucial to our success. Here at Altorfer, we have over 35 locations and 1500 employees with long tenure for you to learn from. We have a collaborative, family valued culture, with a great reputation in the industry. A company that offers competitive pay, excellent benefits, and a remarkable team of people to work with.