Cloud Platform Engineering Leader
We seek an accomplished Cloud Platform Engineering Leader to spearhead the development and maintenance of our cutting-edge cloud infrastructure. As a senior technical expert, you will oversee the design, implementation, and operation of scalable and secure cloud platforms.
Key Responsibilities:
* Design and implement robust cloud infrastructure solutions using Azure, SQL Server, and other relevant technologies.
* Lead uptime management, performance monitoring, and capacity planning efforts to ensure high availability and optimal system performance.
* Develop and maintain CI/CD pipelines, infrastructure as code, and containerized deployments using Docker and Kubernetes.
* Act as the primary escalation point for critical incidents and provide after-hours support and resolution activities.
* Administer SQL databases, manage security, implement encryption and compliance best practices, and support high availability configurations and experience with performance tuning.
* Mentor technical staff, support DevOps maturity, and ensure operational excellence across the stack.
* Engage with development teams, vendors, and customers to align technology and business outcomes.
Requirements:
* 10+ years in senior IT roles with a focus on operations and platform engineering.
* Proven expertise across Microsoft Azure, SQL Server, enterprise networking, and cloud security.
* Proficiency in automation scripting (PowerShell, Bash).
* Proven success in CI/CD pipeline engineering and infrastructure as code (Terraform or ARM).
* Experience in 24x7 SaaS support environments and ISO/IEC 27001-compliant operations.
* Strong communication and incident leadership skills with a customer-centric mindset.
Desirable Skills:
* Experience in HR/Payroll SaaS platforms.
* Familiarity with Docker, Kubernetes (AKS), Prometheus, Grafana, and SQL Profiler.
* Azure SQL Managed Instance
* ITIL knowledge and Microsoft certifications (e.g., Azure Administrator or Database Admin Associate).
* SSIS/SSRS and data integration experience.
What We Offer:
* Individual Performance and Development Plans
* Birthday leave
* Flexible working Arrangements
* Volunteer day
* Free annual flu vaccinations
* Regular social occasions at all offices
* Staff referral program
* Environmentally Responsible Practices
* Plus more...
Seniority level
* Seniority level
Mid-Senior level
Employment type
* Employment type
Full-time
Job function
* Job function
Information Technology
* Industries
IT Services and IT Consulting
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