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.