Azure Cloud Platform Engineer

If you are an experienced Azure Cloud Platform Engineer we have a new role we would like to discuss with you. Please note this is a hybrid role and will require 3-4 days per week onsite in Watford.

We're looking for a Cloud Platform Engineer to design, secure, and optimise Azure environments at scale. You'll play a key role in cloud transformation, migrating Legacy systems, and driving modern data, AI, and automation capabilities.

What You'll Be Doing

• Design and manage Azure infrastructure (compute, storage, networking, Microsoft Fabric)
• Lead on-prem - Azure migrations with minimal downtime
• Own identity & access (Microsoft Entra ID/Azure AD, hybrid environments)
• Implement API integrations using Azure API Management (APIM)
• Deliver data & analytics solutions (Microsoft Fabric, Power BI, AI services)
• Drive security best practice (Defender suite, Zero Trust, Purview)
• Build automation & IaC (PowerShell, Azure CLI, Terraform)
• Set up monitoring & alerting (Azure Monitor, Log Analytics, Sentinel)
• Manage cost, licensing & governance across Azure estates

What You'll Bring

• Strong hands-on experience with Microsoft Azure (architecture, admin, governance)
• Expertise in Fabric, Power BI, APIs, AI integration & data pipelines
• Solid knowledge of Entra ID, Active Directory, Defender, Purview
• Experience with IaC & automation tools (Terraform, PowerShell, CLI)
• Proven track record delivering secure, scalable cloud solutions
• Experience with cloud migrations and complex environments
• Strong focus on security, compliance, and cost optimisation

Nice to Have (Certifications)

• AZ-104 | AZ-500 | AZ-305
• DP-600 | PL-300 | AI-102
• Work across cloud, security, data & AI
• High-impact role with real ownership and autonomy