Azure Cloud Engineer

Motion Recruitment - Addison, IL

Full-time - Mid Level

Addison, IL

Administrative and Support Services

About the position

The Azure Cloud Engineer will play a crucial role in driving the cloud infrastructure and DevOps practices for a leading distributor of restaurant equipment, HVAC, and residential appliance parts. This full-time position, based in the Chicago area, seeks a talented individual who can contribute innovative ideas and foster a collaborative team environment. The company values enthusiasm, integrity, and adaptability, offering significant growth potential and the opportunity to work with cutting-edge technologies.

Responsibilities

• Manage and optimize Azure Cloud Infrastructure (40%)
• Implement CI/CD pipeline automation (30%)
• Oversee containerization and orchestration using Docker and Kubernetes (30%)
• Engage in hands-on technical work (60%)
• Collaborate and mentor team members (20%)
• Develop strategies for optimization (20%)

Requirements

• 5+ years of experience in Cloud or DevOps Engineering
• Proficiency with Azure Cloud
• Expertise in CI/CD pipeline automation (Jenkins, GitLab CI, Azure DevOps)
• Strong experience with Infrastructure as Code tools (Terraform, Ansible, Packer)
• Hands-on experience with Docker and Kubernetes
• Deep understanding of cloud networking and security

Nice-to-haves

• Experience with AWS or Google Cloud
• Proficiency with cloud monitoring and logging tools (ELK Stack, Datadog, New Relic)
• Strong background in configuration management and ITSM practices
• Ability to mentor teams on DevOps best practices

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Vacation Time
• Stock Options