Senior Cloud Engineer/ Azure

Motion Recruitment - Arlington, VA

Full-time - Senior

Arlington, VA

Administrative and Support Services

About the position

Exciting job opportunity for a senior Azure Cloud Engineer working full-time in Chicago. This growing company is looking for someone to join their team and lead in their cloud transformation journey, to drive Azure initiatives and make a lasting impact. This position offers an exciting opportunity to work with state-of-the-art Microsoft Azure technologies and shape the future of the company's infrastructure. If you are ready to redefine what's possible in the cloud, this company is looking for a creative problem-solver who thrives on continuous learning and isn't afraid to push boundaries. As the Senior Cloud Engineer, you'll have the chance to blend your Azure expertise with on-premises knowledge, creating seamless, secure, and scalable solutions that drive the business forward. This position offers an environment that fosters growth, encourages innovation, and values work-life balance.

Responsibilities

• Lead the cloud transformation journey and drive Azure initiatives.
• Design and implement cloud architecture solutions using Microsoft Azure.
• Automate deployment processes and manage infrastructure as code using Bicep and PowerShell.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to share knowledge and drive innovation.
• Mentor junior team members and assist in capacity planning.

Requirements

• 5+ years of hands-on experience with Azure services (VMs, Azure SQL Database, Azure Functions, Azure Storage, and Azure Networking).
• Proficiency in scripting languages (PowerShell, Python, or similar).
• Strong understanding of cloud security, IAM, and network security.
• Experience with infrastructure as code, particularly Bicep.
• Azure Certification (e.g., Microsoft Certified: Azure Solutions Architect Expert).

Nice-to-haves

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in CS/IS or equivalent experience.
• Microsoft Certified: Azure DevOps Engineer Expert certification.
• Experience with CI/CD pipelines using Azure DevOps.
• Strong problem-solving skills and ability to work collaboratively.
• Excellent communication skills, able to explain technical concepts to various audiences.

Benefits

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