We are looking for an experienced Azure platform engineering specialist to support enterprise-scale cloud capabilities. This long-term contract position focuses on shaping, enhancing, and sustaining Azure platform services that enable business-critical applications and technology initiatives. The role calls for a hands-on engineer who can work independently, partner with cross-functional teams, and deliver reliable, secure, and scalable Azure solutions across a broad technical landscape.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Architect, implement, and support Azure platform services that meet enterprise application and infrastructure needs.<br>• Build and enhance Azure environments spanning network connectivity, gateway services, security controls, and container-based platforms.<br>• Develop and maintain Azure management capabilities to improve governance, consistency, and operational efficiency.<br>• Establish and support CI/CD workflows, DevOps practices, and repository standards to streamline platform delivery.<br>• Configure and optimize Azure monitoring solutions to strengthen availability, performance visibility, and incident response.<br>• Contribute to Azure AI and data platform initiatives, including support for modern AI-driven and data-centric services.<br>• Evaluate existing Azure implementations and introduce improvements that raise performance, stability, and functionality.<br>• Translate technical and business objectives into practical Azure platform designs and implementation plans.<br>• Partner with application, infrastructure, and security teams to resolve complex platform issues and support ongoing product delivery.

• Extensive hands-on experience engineering and supporting Microsoft Azure platforms in enterprise environments.<br>• Proven ability to design, deploy, and maintain Azure solutions across networking, security, containers, and integrations.<br>• Strong background in Azure management, governance, and platform administration.<br>• Practical experience building CI/CD pipelines and applying DevOps methods with source code repositories.<br>• Proficiency with Azure monitoring and operational troubleshooting in complex cloud environments.<br>• Ability to work with minimal supervision and make meaningful contributions from the start of the engagement.<br>• Strong collaboration, problem-solving, and communication skills in cross-functional technical settings.<br>• Experience with Azure AI services, data platforms, or custom cloud applications is highly valued.

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