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Cloud Engineer

Gunvor Group Ltd
Posted a month ago, valid for 17 days
Location

Houston, TX 77203, US

Salary

$49.48 - $59.38 per hour

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Contract type

Full Time

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  • The Cloud Engineer role is a permanent position focused on managing and optimizing cloud environments, primarily in Microsoft Azure.
  • Candidates must have a minimum of 5 years of experience in cloud and containerized environments, with relevant certifications preferred.
  • Key responsibilities include managing Azure identity and access, implementing governance policies, and automating resource provisioning using Infrastructure-as-Code tools.
  • The position requires strong skills in Azure Kubernetes Service, Linux administration, and scripting with PowerShell and Bash.
  • The salary for this role is competitive and commensurate with experience, emphasizing the importance of expertise in cloud operations.

Job Title:

Cloud Engineer

Contract Type:

Permanent

Time Type:

Job Description:

The Cloud Engineer is responsible for managing, troubleshooting, licensing, and updating cloud environments.

Main Responsibilities

  • Operate and optimize cloud-native infrastructure, predominantly in Microsoft Azure, with awareness of multi-cloud principles.

  • Manage Azure identity and access (Azure AD, Conditional Access) and integrate with hybrid identity solutions (AD Connect) as needed.

  • Implement and maintain Azure governance policies and compliance controls.

  • Monitor and optimize Azure resource performance, cost, and security posture.

  • Configure and manage Azure monitoring and alerting systems for proactive operations.

  • Automate cloud resource provisioning and configuration using Infrastructure-as-Code (Terraform, Bicep) and scripting.

  • Manage containerized workloads (Azure Kubernetes Service, Azure Container Apps) and ensure high availability and scalability.

  • Implement backup and disaster recovery strategies for cloud resources.

  • Perform security monitoring, vulnerability checks, and compliance audits for cloud-native environments.

  • Collaborate with Global IT teams for cloud integration and operational excellence.

  • Respond to alerts and incidents, ensuring SLA compliance and timely resolution.

  • Support global deployments, including occasional off-hours support across time zones.

  • Prior experience and knowledge of On-premises technologies as needed for migration or integration, though not expecting for operational responsibility.


Profile

  • University degree in IT or related field (or currently studying).

  • Min. 5+ years working with cloud and containerized environments in engineering or operations roles.

  • Relevant certifications (e.g., Microsoft Certified: Azure Administrator, CKNA/CKA/CKAD for Kubernetes, Terraform / Ansible).

  • Proven experience operating Microsoft Azure environments with strong PaaS and containerization knowledge.

  • Hands-on experience with Azure Kubernetes Service (AKS) and container orchestration.

  • Solid understanding of Linux administration in cloud contexts.

  • Familiarity with multi-cloud principles (AWS/GCP) is a plus.

  • Experience with Infrastructure-as-Code and automation tools (Terraform, Bicep, Ansible).

  • Strong PowerShell and Bash scripting skills, ideally having software engineering background.

  • Proficiency in operating containerised workloads (deployment, scaling, monitoring) and experience with

  • Good knowledge of Azure networking, security, and governance.

  • Excellent communication and collaboration skills.

  • Ability to lead assigned small operational initiatives and drive process improvements.

  • Analytical mindset for optimizing cloud operations.

  • Self-motivated and eager to learn emerging cloud technologies.

  • Team-oriented with a customer-focused approach.

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