Senior Cloud Operations Engineer

Job DetailExperience Level Mid LevelDegree Type Bachelor of Science (BS)Employment Full TimeWorking Type HybridJob Reference 0000019565Salary Type AnnuallyIndustry Financial ServicesSelling Points Lead impactful cloud operations projects at a dynamic organization. Drive automation, security, and optimization across scalable Azure environments. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance operational excellence.Job DescriptionOverviewDesign, implement, and manage secure and scalable cloud infrastructure within Microsoft Azure.Collaborate with engineering and security teams to ensure operational excellence and compliance.Focus on automation, cost optimization, and resilient recovery strategies for cloud environments.Enable rapid and reliable delivery through Azure DevOps and CI/CD pipelines.Support identity management and security hardening using Azure Entra ID and Okta integration.Contribute to the design of cloud-native applications and enterprise integrations.Ensure high availability and fault tolerance across critical systems and services.Participate in cost management and optimization initiatives for Azure spending.Key Responsibilities & DutiesAdminister and optimize Azure environments across IaaS and PaaS services.Monitor system health and performance using Azure-native tools.Collaborate with application teams to design cloud-native solutions.Implement and manage CI/CD pipelines using Azure DevOps.Integrate and manage identity across Azure Entra ID and Okta.Enforce security-first architecture aligned with Zero Trust principles.Design and maintain highly available systems across regions and zones.Support AI solution deployment and operationalization within Azure.Job RequirementsBachelor’s degree in information technology or related field.4–7+ years of experience in IT infrastructure or cloud administration.Extensive hands-on experience with Microsoft Azure services.Proficiency in scripting/automation using PowerShell or Python.Knowledge of networking concepts including DNS, TCP/IP, and VPNs.Azure certifications such as Administrator or Security Engineer preferred.Experience with Infrastructure as Code and regulated environments.Strong analytical skills and a focus on automation and efficiency.